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Discovery From Former Attorney About Disputed Quid Pro Quo Offer to Opponent

E-Discovery LLC

11, 2024), involved a request for discovery from a former Town attorney concerning an offer that he allegedly made to plaintiffs. The court: set out the governing standard for discovery from an attorney and, denied a request to depose the attorney; but, authorized a limited interrogatory to him. Albra , 2024 WL 4471672 (S.D.N.Y.

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How is AI Used in Legal Technology?

Lawmatics

Predictive Analytics AI can predict case outcomes based on historical data and legal precedents to help lawyers and clients make more informed decisions about litigation strategies, settlement negotiations, and risk assessment.

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Legal Turmoil in the Pharmaceutical Industry: AbbVie, Purdue, and Beyond

Complex Discovery

This settlement would have shielded the Sackler family, Purdue’s wealthy owners, from future civil lawsuits in exchange for a $6 billion payout to opioid crisis victims. Purdue, currently engaged in renewed settlement negotiations, faces increased pressure from a court-appointed committee of creditors.

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What Is a Litigator? And the Differences From a Lawyer

CaseFox

Litigators conduct thorough legal research , draft pleadings and motions, and engage in pre-trial procedures like discovery. Their focus is on advocating for clients in trials, hearings, and settlement negotiations. In contrast, litigators specialize in litigation and are primarily involved in courtroom proceedings.