Attorney at Work

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A law firm managing partner has myriad responsibilities and competing pressures, from keeping business operations running smoothly to serving as a chief role model and motivator. If you have been asked to take up the mantle or aspire to lead your firm one day, it would be wise to understand exactly what the position entails: […] The post Top 10 Challenges of Being a Law Firm Managing Partner appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

300

300

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Nuclear verdicts in the United States are breaking records with 27 court cases each awarding compensation of more than US$100 million during 2023, according to Swiss Re executives.

135

135

IP Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Several amici weighed in late last week on a trademark petition to the U.S. Supreme Court that asks whether “an award of a ‘defendant’s profits’ under the Lanham Act…can include an order for the defendant to disgorge the distinct profits of legally separate non-party corporate affiliates.” The Supreme Court granted the petition in Dewberry Group, Inc. v.

Litigation 117

Litigation 117

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

An academic paper published in the Journal of Insurance Regulation seems to have rekindled the debate over how much of an impact litigation and fraud have had on property insurance losses and premiums, particularly in Florida.

Litigation 116

Litigation Insurance 116

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to uncover what attorneys really need from you when it comes to trial prep in this new webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will share proven techniques for anticipating attorney needs, organizing critical documents, and transforming complex information into compelling case presentations. Key Learning Objectives: Organization That Makes Sense 🎯 Learn how to structure and organize case materials in ways that align with how attorneys actually work and think.

Litigation

Complex Discovery

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article is essential reading for professionals in cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery. As deepfakes continue to proliferate, their impact on the legal system will only grow. Understanding how courts may handle AI-generated evidence will be crucial for those responsible for managing digital content, ensuring data integrity, and navigating complex litigation involving digital forensics.

Evidence 111

Evidence Media and Entertainment Jury Deliberation Expert Testimony 111

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A month after Hurricane Debby made landfall in northern Florida, the number of property insurance claims has reached almost 20,000, and total estimated insured losses are more than $121.5 million, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation reported this week.

Insurance 111

Insurance 111

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Kimmi Cantwell, President of the Texas Surplus Lines Association, Inc., announced that TSLA unveiled its new website and management system. This upgrade simplifies event registration, member updates, and membership applications.

110

110

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Washington State Supreme Court orders launch change Staff illustration / source images: © Getty/ayzek; © Getty/adventtr CONTINUING COVERAGE Bar News coverage is continuing—future issues will address investigation and potential implementation of ongoing assessment of lawyers’ competence throughout their careers and potential changes to the character and fitness assessment for lawyer licensure.

Admissibility 101

Admissibility Legal Services Education Insurance 101

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Two Delta Air Lines jets collided on the ground at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport Tuesday, knocking the tail off of the smaller regional plane.

Insurance 111

Insurance 111

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

BY KEVIN PLACHY, LAURIE POWERS, MERF EHMAN, AND KARI PETRASEK As part of its ongoing commitment to expand pathways to rural practice and access to justice in small towns and rural communities, the WSBA Small Town and Rural (STAR) 1 Committee pushed forward several initiatives this year. From kicking off the inaugural Rural Practice Summit in June, attending the National Center for State Courts (NCSC) Legal Deserts Summit in Las Vegas, providing summer grants to law students practicing in STAR co

Legal Services 100

Legal Services Education Technology 100

Advertiser: Trellis

Law Firm Intelligence by Trellis aggregates state trial court data across the Trellis platform enabling users to: look up a particular metric related to a specific law firm (such as, how many cases a law firm had or has against another law firm), and see the actual dockets and documents supporting the metric. Trellis data is maximized in a revolutionary and unique way to provide users an exclusive look into a law firm litigating in state trial courts.

Litigation

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The wife of a California inmate will receive $5.6 million after being sexually violated during a strip search when she tried to visit her husband in prison, her attorneys said.

105

105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Many lawyers lack familiarity with RPC 6.1 and may not realize that their work qualifies as pro bono under this rule. Photo illustration © Getty/porcorex BY GABRIEL HINMAN “Every lawyer has a professional responsibility” to perform pro bono service. Rule of Professional Conduct (RPC) 6.1. Some time ago, the WSBA Pro Bono and Public Service Committee (PBPSC) began reviewing RPC 6.1—the “pro bono rule”—to see if any revisions or updates might aid the WSBA both in encouraging pro bono work and in g

Legal Services 86

Legal Services Education 86

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Taiwan financial conglomerate Taishin said it would raise its offer for peer Shin Kong by 25% to about T$222.4 billion ($7 billion), in a deal that would be Taiwan’s biggest-ever financial services industry merger.

105

105

Next Generation E-Discovery Law & Tech Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

By John Patzakis D omus BWW Funding v. Arch Insurance Company is a recent decision focused mostly on issues and challenges related to preservation of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) in a large enterprise. It is an instructive case for in-house counsel, as it demonstrates how avoidable eDiscovery failures can lead to potentially devastating court sanctions.

Insurance 59

Insurance Jury Instructions Evidence Discovery 59

Speaker: Kaitlyn "The Persnickety Paralegal" Story

Deposition preparation is a critical aspect of a paralegal's role, requiring meticulous attention to detail and proactive management of the case timeline. In this session, participants will explore how effective deposition preparation not only contributes to the success of the legal team but also helps maintain a balanced workflow, minimizing last-minute crises.

Depositions

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

AM Best has downgraded the Financial Strength Rating to C++ (Marginal) from B- (Fair) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to “b” (Marginal) from “bb-” (Fair) of Wolverine Mutual Insurance Company, based in Dowagiac, Michigan.

Insurance 105

Insurance 105

Legal IT Insider

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In this product demonstration we take a look at knowledge management platform Tiger Eye Blueprint, speaking to Tiger Eye’s founder and managing director Dave Wilson and product manager Rob Taylor, […] The post Product demo: Tiger Eye Blueprint – A knowledge platform built for UX, configurability and curation appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

58

58

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A Ridgefield Park, New Jersey-based labor union for longshoremen, healthcare, maintenance and other workers has reported a cyber incident that may have exposed some members’ private information.

Healthcare 105

Healthcare 105

Legal IT Insider

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

TechLaw.Fest 2024, the conference organised by Singapore’s Academy of Law (SAL) and Ministry of Law (MOL), has become the focal point for a number of significant announcements, including a GenAI […] The post TechLaw.Fest in Singapore: New collaborations for the Academy and Ministry of Law with Microsoft and Lupl appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

58

58

Advertiser: Trellis

With Daily Filings Report by Trellis you will receive an email and csv file daily with all new cases filed in the jurisdictions you're tracking. Each new case will include all case metadata like judge, parties, counsel, practice area, and even direct links to the full docket and complaint. Trellis Daily Filings Reports provide direct access to newly filed state and federal litigation curated just for you.

Litigation

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Five professional models who sued long after a state’s three year statute of limitations expired may pursue their defamation claims against an adult entertainment nightclub for posting their images to the giant social media site Facebook without their permission.

Discovery 105

Discovery 105

Legal Dive

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The terms of the management team’s equity pool could include a “tail” that lets executives who leave reap their unvested compensation after the company is sold.

52

52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

U.S. utilities faced a near 70% jump in cyberattacks this year over the same period in 2023, according to data from Check Point Research, underlining the escalating threat to a critical infrastructure. The utilities and power infrastructure across the U.S.

105

105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

News, Information, and Resources of Interest to WSBA Members. Pilot Test of Entity Regulation > Technology is quickly changing the legal landscape, including the way online companies and innovative business models are delivering legal services to the public. It’s happening already and will undoubtedly expand in prevalence and sophistication in the coming years.

Legal Services 52

Legal Services Admissibility Technology Insurance 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Cities often get more rain and experience extreme rainfall more often compared to surrounding areas, a new study finds, a phenomenon that compounds other risk factors for urban flooding.

105

105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The WSBA Board of Governors determines the Bar’s general policies and approves its annual budget MORE ONLINE > The agenda, materials, and video recording from this Board of Governors meeting, as well as past meetings, are online here: www.wsba.org/about-wsba/who-we-are/board-of-governors. July 17-18, 2024 TOP MEETING TAKEAWAYS Honoring Native Practitioners The Board held a business meeting for the first time on an Indian reservation, convening in Nespelem at the Colville Confederated Tribes’

Admissibility 52

Admissibility Legal Services Technology Education 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Electronic-payment gateway Slim CD has notified customers that its systems were hacked starting more than a year ago, potentially exposing the names, addresses, and credit card information of nearly 1.7 million individuals.

105

105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Bar Number: 18182 I’ve practiced law for many years, first with the government, then large and small law firms, and now private business. My current employer, Land Services USA, writes title insurance and closes large commercial real estate transactions. Although not as glamorous as high-stakes litigation, we solve problems and help real estate markets trade more efficiently and with less risk.

Real Estate 52

Real Estate Burden Of Proof Litigation Insurance 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Treaty reinsurance written in the London company market grew by almost one-third in 2023, with the sector generating premiums of £10.889 billion (US$14.2 billion), up from £8.248 billion ($10.8 billion) in 2022, according to the International Underwriting Association (IUA).

105

105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

COLUMN > Ethics & the Law BY MARK J. FUCILE [R]equests for sanctions should not turn into satellite litigation or become a ‘cottage industry’ for lawyers.” — Washington State Physicians Ins. Exchange v. Fisons, 122 Wn.2d 299, 356, 858 P.2d 1054 (1993) “Sanctions litigation has not become the “cottage industry” the Washington Supreme Court warned against 31 years ago in its seminal Fisons decision.

Discovery 52

Discovery Arbitration Pleadings Litigation 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In its latest court filing to keep alive a lawsuit against start-up Dellwood Insurance, American International Group said its new competitor failed to explain why the suit cannot go on. AIG argued in a brief filed yesterday in U.S.

Insurance 105

Insurance 105

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Learn to boost job satisfaction and enhance well-being BY ADELY RUIZ AND MARGEAUX GREEN As a legal professional, you face a multitude of tasks more complex than merely checking boxes; your responsibilities demand meticulous organization, unwavering motivation, and sustained productivity. When you operate efficiently, it sets off a positive chain reaction—boosting job satisfaction, fostering a sense of accomplishment, and even contributing to overall happiness.

Nonprofit Organizations 52

Nonprofit Organizations Objections Technology Evidence 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Two organizations recently expressed optimism that the softening cyber market that emerged in 2023 will remain favorable into the future. In separate reports, Moody’s Ratings and Amwins Brokerage offered insights on the sector’s landscape.

104

104

WA Bar News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The Acknowledging Professional Excellence (APEX) Awards honor exemplary members of the legal community, including legal professionals, judges, and members of the public Passing the Baton: Introduction by a Former APEX Award Winner BY MICHAEL GOLDENKRANZ It’s that time of year when the baton gets passed. Current bar leaders become “emeritus” and hand off the torch to their successors.

Legal Services 52

Legal Services Education Litigation Admissibility 52

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Deteriorating market conditions and rising loss costs led to a 60 percent increase in rating downgrades of AM Best-rated U.S.-based insurers in 2023 compared with two years earlier, according to a newly issued report.

Insurance 104

Insurance 104