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Gavel Launches Pre-Built Workflows for Document Automation, Starting with Three for California that Are Free to Use

Law Sites

The document automation company Gavel has launched pre-built workflows — sets of automated forms for document generation that are tailored to specific practice areas and jurisdictions, and that are free for any lawyer to test without a Gavel subscription.

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Announcing the Next Evolution in Vendor Collaboration: Shared Matter Updates

Simple Legal

In the ever-evolving legal landscape, effective collaboration is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a necessity. The ability to communicate seamlessly and efficiently with outside counsel is pivotal to driving successful legal outcomes. SimpleLegal, an Onit company and a leader in intuitive e-Billing and matter management solutions, understands this need.

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Felder Part 3 of 4: Defendant’s Overwriting of Video Footage After 14 Days Held Not to be Spoliation

E-Discovery LLC

In Felder v. MGM National Harbor, LLC , 2024 WL 3690779 (D. Md. Aug. 7, 2024)(Simms, J.), an employment discrimination defendant avoided sanctions for overwriting of video footage. Defendant’s information governance policy was to overwrite surveillance video in 14 days unless management reported an incident to the security department. Plaintiff did not notify defendant of her claim for 60 days.

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Yacht Insurer OMAC Is Hull Carrier for Sunken Yacht in Sicily, Sources Say

Insurance Journal

Yacht insurance provider OMAC is the carrier on the hull for the Bayesian, a 56-meter-long (184-ft) sailboat, that was hit by a ferocious storm on Monday, sinking off the northern coast of Sicily, two sources with knowledge of the matter …

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Trellis Launches Trellis AI to Streamline Trial Court Litigation

Trellis AI leverages the largest repository of state trial court data to help litigators evaluate cases, automate brief drafting, suggest winning strategies, and more. Key components: Draft Arguments — Uses similar/successful motions in the Trellis database to generate arguments/citations for your motions seeking dismissal, summary judgment, etc. Case Assessment — Predict the likely outcomes of a case at any stage to help you decide to accept it, guide motion practice, make settlement offers, an

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Saayon Sen Joins Cloud Court

The Cloud Court Blog

We are thrilled to announce that Saayon Sen has joined our team as a Backend Engineer! Saayon brings with him a wealth of experience and a diverse skill set that spans across system architecture, databases, embedded systems, machine learning, and cloud technologies. With a strong background in both full-stack and backend development, Saayon’s expertise is enhancing our technical capabilities and driving innovation within our projects.

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Malawi Gets Insurance Payout of $11.2 Million for El Niño-Linked Drought Disaster

Insurance Journal

The Malawian government has received an insurance payout of $11.2 million for a crippling El Niño-linked drought that led the southern African nation to declare a state of disaster earlier this year.

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Titan Aerospace Acquires Plimsoll Specialty, Boosting Aviation Insurance Range

Insurance Journal

Atlanta-based Titan Aerospace Insurance, one of the larger aviation insurance brokers, has acquired Plimsoll Specialty Markets, a boutique aviation and aerospace brokerage house also based in Atlanta.

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A Trade Secret Case Study: Application of ‘Res judicata’ Across the U.S. Federal and State Court Systems

IP Watchdog

There are two court systems in the United States—the federal court system and the local court system in each state. The federal court system and the state court system each have their own jurisdiction, but they are not completely independent of each other. Some cases are only under the jurisdiction of the federal court, such as patent cases; some cases are only under the jurisdiction of the state court, such as contract cases; and some cases may be under the concurrent jurisdiction of both the f

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Wall Street Regulator Approves Tougher Rules for Accounting ‘Negligence’

Insurance Journal

Wall Street’s top regulator on Tuesday voted 3-2 to bless new rules making it easier for an audit watchdog to hold people responsible for audit firms’ violations. Divided along party lines, the five-member U.S.

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Gen AI and the Practice of Law Report – Download it here now

Legal IT Insider

The legal profession stands at the cusp of a technological revolution, with generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) poised to reshape longstanding practices and working practices. This Legal IT Insider report […] The post Gen AI and the Practice of Law Report – Download it here now appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Trial Prep: What Attorneys Really Want (And How to Deliver It)

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.

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Big Tech Wants AI to Be Regulated. Why Do They Oppose a California AI Bill?

Insurance Journal

California legislators are set to vote on a bill as soon as this week that would broadly regulate how artificial intelligence is developed and deployed in California even as a number of tech giants have voiced broad opposition.

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FTC exceeded its authority with noncompete ban, judge says

Legal Dive

The agency’s rulemaking under Sec 6(g) of the FTC Act is procedural, not substantive, Judge Ada Brown of Texas federal court says, blocking a nationwide rule that would have taken effect shortly.

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RAND Study Eyes Impact of Legal System Abuse and Social Inflation

Insurance Journal

A study from RAND found that rising litigation rates, trial awards and claim severity are consistent with the expected effects of social inflation. The study, What Is the Evidence for Social Inflation?

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U.S. District Court Dismisses Copyright Lawsuit Against Kimmel, ABC For Cameo Clip Segment

IP Watchdog

On Monday, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York granted a motion to dismiss a copyright infringement suit involving a popular late-night talk show. The lawsuit, filed by former U.S. House of Representatives member George Santos, alleged that Jimmy Kimmel, the executive producer and host of Jimmy Kimmel Live!, infringed upon copyrighted material when using multiple Cameo videos made by Santos.

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Visibility Into the Strategy & Supporting Documents of Major US Law Firms

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.

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Boating Accident Claims Lives of 2 Men in Illinois Lake; Girl Survives

Insurance Journal

MARSEILLES, Ill. (AP) — Two Indiana men have died and a 7-year-old girl has been found safe after the boat they were fishing from was found capsized on an eastern Illinois lake.

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Protecting your reputation while pursuing a business lawsuit

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

Pursuing a business lawsuit can protect your company’s interests, but it can also present risks to your reputation. The public nature of legal disputes and the potential for negative publicity call for careful action to protect the business’s image. Established litigation practices serve to help you achieve a favorable outcome with the utmost discretion regarding sensitive information.

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Jury Finds Parents of Texas Student Accused of 2018 Mass Shooting Not Negligent

Insurance Journal

The parents of a former student accused of killing 10 people at a high school near Houston in 2018 do not bear financial responsibility for the shooting, a jury decided Monday.

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Navigating the AI Frontier: Wharton Professor’s Guide to Mastering Generative AI

E-Discovery Team

Ralph Losey. Published August 21, 2024 Ethan Mollick, a Professor at Wharton who teaches entrepreneurship and innovation, has written an insightful book on generative AI, Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI (Portfolio, April 2, 2024). This article aims to entice you to read it by employing unpredictable language and vivid illustrations.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegals Playbook

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.

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Disney Drops Bid to Toss Allergy Suit Because Plaintiff Signed Disney+ Arbitration

Insurance Journal

NEW YORK (AP) — Disney is no longer asking a Florida court to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit on the grounds that the victim’s family had signed up for its streaming service Disney+.

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SEC Approves New and Updated PCAOB Audit Standards and an Amendment to the PCAOB’s Contributory Liability Rule

Securities Docket

The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that it has approved two Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) proposals updating audit standards regarding general responsibilities of the auditor and use of technology-assisted analysis in conducting an audit. The SEC also approved a proposal amending a PCAOB ethics rule governing the liability of an associated person when they directly and substantially contribute to audit firm violations.

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Texans’ Bid to Stay Cool in Heat Lifts Power Use to New High

Insurance Journal

Texans set an unofficial record in electricity use Tuesday as soaring temperatures spurred homeowners, schools and businesses to crank up air conditioners. Power demand on the state grid rose to 85,559 megawatts at 6 p.m.

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ENTERING JUDGMENT IN DEFAULT: NO DUTY ON THE PARTIES TO HELP EACH OTHER: THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING THE RULES

Civil Litigation Brief

There are some interesting observations in the judgment of HHJ Cadwallader (sitting as a Judge of the High Court) in Thiscompany Ltd & Ors v Welsh & Ors [2024] EWHC 2159 (Comm). It was a case where three of the.

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Stay On Top of Newly Filed State & Federal Litigation: Curated Just for You!

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.

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Launched by Spinnaker, Mainsail Now to be Harbored by Emerald Bay Risk

Insurance Journal

One year after it was approved for the Florida market, Mainsail Insurance Co. has been sold to Emerald Bay Risk Solutions, an underwriter and fronting carrier that was launched earlier this year.

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Former Kansas bank CEO gets 24 years in prison

Legal Dive

Shan Hanes pleaded guilty in May to one count of embezzlement as a bank officer after taking $47.1 million from Heartland Tri-State Bank as part of a crypto scheme.

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Florida Peninsula MGA Changes Name to Windward Risk Managers

Insurance Journal

Florida Peninsula Managers, the managing general agency for Florida Peninsula Insurance and Edison Insurance, has officially changed its name to Windward Risk Managers, the name of the company that has managed it for years.

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Thomson Reuters acquires Safe Sign Technologies

Legal IT Insider

Thomson Reuters today (21 August) announced it has acquired Safe Sign Technologies (SST), a UK-based startup that is developing legal-specific large language models (LLMs) and as of just eight months […] The post Thomson Reuters acquires Safe Sign Technologies appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Storm Warnings in Place Across Europe, From Northern Greece to Poland

Insurance Journal

Thunderstorm alerts are in place for a swath of Europe from Poland and Hungary to Italy and Greece. There are orange warnings for northern Greece, as the summer heat gives way to violent storms and the risk of flooding.

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Insurance coverage drives cyber risk reduction for companies

Legal Dive

Companies with cyber coverage are better able to detect and respond to attacks, according to a Forrester report.

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Swiss Re First-Half Profit Beats Estimates on Lower Catastrophe Claims

Insurance Journal

Swiss Re AG’s first-half net income beat estimates, as the re-insurer avoided higher claims from natural catastrophes that have impacted the broader insurance industry. Profit for the second quarter was $996 million, resulting in net income of $2.

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Ex-Goldman Worker’s Tippee Gets Probation in Insider Case – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

The stepbrother of a former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. associate was sentenced to a year of probation for trading on inside tips taken from the investment bank and from Blackstone Inc. Christopher Salamone avoided prison because of his cooperation with prosecutors, including secretly recording his stepbrother, Anthony Viggiano. Salamone, who was sentenced Tuesday by Judge Katherine Polk Failla in Manhattan federal court, also was ordered to forfeit $307,339.

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Markets/Coverages: Rokstone and Accredited Announce Multi-Year Capacity Agreement

Insurance Journal

Rokstone, the Aventum Group’s international re/insurance MGA, announced a multi-year, multi-strategy capacity agreement with Accredited Insurance Program Management, a leading global program manager. The partnership includes both US and international business.

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Crypto Token Holders Approve SEC Settlement Absent Any Charges – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

The crypto token holders that manage Mango Markets voted to approve a settlement with the US Securities and Exchange Commission even though the agency hasn’t charged the DeFi platform with any wrongdoing. In April, a trader accused of exploiting Mango Markets rules to steal $110 million from the decentralized-finance exchange was convicted of fraud in the first US trial involving criminal charges tied to cryptocurrency manipulation.

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