Law Sites
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In the latest episode of our video series How It Works, we bring you a demonstration of Briefpoint, a solution that uses artificial intelligence to draft discovery responses and discovery requests in litigation. With Briefpoint, a lawyer simply uploads a PDF document and it generates the appropriate discovery requests or response.
Attorney at Work
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Chris Graham | Everyone is nervous talking in front of people. Whether you appear confident depends on what you do with that nervous energy. The post Being a Better Public Speaker as a Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Law Sites
OCTOBER 15, 2024
descrybe.ai, a free legal research platform that uses artificial intelligence to provide enhanced access to the law, today rolled out a major upgrade that includes a redesign of its platform, more nuanced and accurate search results, summaries of judicial opinions in Spanish as well as English, and simplified, plain-language summaries in both English and Spanish.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
By now, most IP practitioners are familiar with the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in June 2023 in Jack Daniel’s Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products, Inc. The highly publicized ruling came after almost a decade of litigation between the parties over VIP’s “Bad Spaniels” parody dog toy designed to mimic a bottle of Jack Daniel’s. The ruling addressed VIP’s defenses to trademark infringement and trademark dilution.
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Law Sites
OCTOBER 15, 2024
We’ve just returned from the Clio Cloud Conference, held this year in Austin, Texas, where, in what has become an annual tradition, LawNext host Bob Ambrogi sat down with Clio founder and CEO Jack Newton for a live interview.
E-Discovery LLC
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In Trusted Sci. & Tech., Inc. v. Evancich , 262 Md. App. 621, 2024 WL 3490547 (Apl. Ct. Md. July 22, 2024), the Court addressed the type of objections that a subpoenaed non-party may make. That was a novel issue in Maryland. The Court held “that [nonparty] TST had standing to challenge the subpoena on grounds that some of the requests were overbroad and not relevant to the subject matter involved in the divorce action.
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Legal IT Insider
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This product demonstration looks at the flow of data between generative AI research solution Lexis+ AI and Microsoft Word drafting tool Create AI, and how they fit within your workflow. […] The post LexisNexis product demonstration: Gen AI in your legal workflow appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Florida’s Hurricane Milton caused private insured losses of about $36 billion, estimated catastrophe modeler Karen Clark & Co.
Complex Discovery
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Editor’s Note: The convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and the rising energy demands of data centers presents a critical challenge for technology giants such as Google, Microsoft, and Nvidia. These industry leaders are not only driving AI advancements but are also facing increasing scrutiny over their environmental impact, as demonstrated by the surge in carbon emissions.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
DEER PARK, Texas (AP) — Two employees killed when hydrogen sulfide leaked at a Houston-area oil refinery were employees of a subcontractor performing maintenance work, the director of Pemex, Mexico’s state-owned oil company that operates the plant, said Friday.
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.
My Shingle
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The following is a guest post by Loyd Bourgeois. Loyd J. Bourgeois is a personal injury and disability attorney with offices in Luling and Metairie,Louisiana. Known for his compassionate and down-to-earth approach, Loyd offers guidance andsupport to clients during their most challenging times handling cases ranging from car accidentsto disability claims.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A Russian missile hit a fourth cargo ship in Ukraine this month, as the Kremlin ramps up its attacks on Kyiv’s trade infrastructure.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
There are two distinct procedures available to parties for resolving patent infringement matters in China: an administrative procedure before the IP office and a civil procedure before the courts. With the ongoing efforts of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), the regulation of patent infringement administrative procedures has become more comprehensive.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Deductibles serve several purposes. They provide some premium relief for the insured.
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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.
SW&L Attorneys Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Contributor: Lee Grossman Understanding Corporate Freeze-Outs Under North Dakota Law Corporate freeze-outs are a significant issue for minority shareholders, particularly in close corporations where the stock is not publicly traded. In these cases, majority shareholders or directors may employ various strategies to diminish the power, influence, or financial benefits of minority shareholders.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Golden hashbrowns, gravy-smothered biscuits and crispy waffles with a hearty helping of maple syrup are among the classic Southern comfort foods.
Legal IT Insider
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A lawyer in Melbourne, Australia has been referred by a federal circuit judge to the Office of the Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner after filing a summary of authorities […] The post Australian lawyer reported to regulator for filing fake Gen AI cases in court appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s cabinet is tapping Italy’s banks and insurers to help finance its budget, according to a new plan designed to deliver on giveaways pledged to voters.
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.
Complex Discovery
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Editor’s Note: The 2023 Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Annual Report, jointly released by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ), highlights critical trends in U.S. merger activity. While the total number of transactions decreased from previous years, nearly 25% of reported deals were valued at over $1 billion, reflecting the growing complexity of mergers.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Chinese state actors have made widespread — and likely successful — efforts to access British critical infrastructure networks, according to UK officials, underscoring fears of vulnerabilities to increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks by foreign powers.
Legal Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The executive insists the tech giant has acted respectfully and responsively in cases against it. That might surprise judges who accuse it of deliberate spoliation of evidence.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Lufthansa has agreed to pay a $4 million penalty for allegedly discriminating against Jewish passengers who were trying to board a connecting flight in Frankfurt in May 2022, the U.S. Transportation Department said on Tuesday.
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Legal Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
A truck driver claims RICO covers the harms he suffered after he lost his job due to a company’s alleged misrepresentation about its product.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B++ (Good) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “bbb+” (Good) of Upland Mutual Insurance, Inc. (Upland) (Junction City, KS).
Legal IT Insider
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Lara Francis, née Rosenthal, has joined Legal IT Insider as senior account manager, helping legal technology businesses globally to promote their brand. For nearly a decade Lara worked with vendors in the legal technology […] The post Legal IT Insider welcomes new senior account manager appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Vermont’s insurance regulator has approved an affiliation of Union Mutual Fire Insurance Co. with the Massachusetts-based mutual insurer Norfolk & Dedham Group.
Legally Speaking
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Meet Gillian Jones, the Co-Head of Red Lion Chambers. She joined me to discuss the significance of being authentic throughout the path to pupillage. We also touched on how to succeed in pupillage applications and interviews, including doing deep dive research, and using rejections as opportunities for reflection and growth.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
WELLINGTON, Fla. (AP) — Tony Brazzale, a diving boat captain who has lived for 10 years in his Wellington home in southeastern Florida, wasn’t worried about Hurricane Milton.
Legal Dive
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Trellix research shows rising cybersecurity demands from the SEC and other government bodies are pushing CISOs even closer to the edge.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
CORTEZ, Fla. (AP) — Floridians recovering from Hurricane Milton, many of whom were journeying home after fleeing hundreds of miles to escape the storm, spent much of Saturday searching for gas as a fuel shortage gripped the state. In St.
My Shingle
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The following is a guest post by Adam Rossen Adam Rossen is the founder and CEO of Rossen Law Firm, one of the largest criminal defense firms in South Florida, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale. Focusing on protecting the rights of people facing charges ranging from DUIs to complex federal crimes, Adam has built a reputation… The post How I Built Rossen Law Firm—From Prosecutor to Visionary CEO appeared first on My Shingle.
Insurance Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Progressive Corp. said it’s third quarter 2024 net income more than doubled compared to last year, to about $2.3 billion. Progressive said it took a hit of $563 million in catastrophe losses in September from Hurricane Helene.
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