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Bloomberg Law Rolls Out Two AI-Powered Legal Research Tools, Emphasizing Accuracy and Source Attribution

Law Sites

Bloomberg Law has launched two new generative AI-powered research tools Bloomberg Law Answers and Bloomberg Law AI Assistant marking the company’s most significant foray into providing its customers with AI-enhanced legal research capabilities.

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Protecting the Judiciary

E-Discovery LLC

Kudos to the Maryland State Bar Association for publishing Articles Launching Unfair Personal Attacks Against Maryland Judiciary Must Stop | Maryland State Bar Association. The article supports a Maryland Judge who was criticized in the media in what the MSBA called an unjustified personal attack against a sitting judge, who, by law, is not allowed to respond.

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Onit Acquires Legal Files, A Provider Of Case and Matter Management Software

Law Sites

Onit, a global provider of AI-enabled workflow automation products for the legal industry, said today it has acquired Legal Files Software, Inc., a company that provides legal case and matter management software for corporate, government and law firm customers.

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Webinar Recap: The 2025 Playbook for Client Attraction, Retention, and Referrals

Lawmatics

Every client interaction today is a chance to stand out or blend in. As client expectations rise, firms have no choice but to double down on strategies that dont just bring in leads but convert them into satisfied clients who stick around and refer others. Host Johnny Bissell, senior director of customer success at Lawmatics, and Andy Stickel, chief marketing officer at SMB Team, tackled this growth opportunity head-on in a webinar packed with actionable strategies to help you secure more clien

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

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

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security risks before they become problems.

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As Two Leading Legal PR Firms Embrace AI, Could This Signal A Major Strategy Shift In How Firms Deliver PR?

Law Sites

Two prominent public relations and marketing firms serving the legal industry announced notable artificial intelligence initiatives this week, signaling a potential transformation in how legal marketing and communications services are delivered.

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Insurance Payouts at $4 Billion and Counting for LA Wildfires

Insurance Journal

Preliminary data show insurance companies have paid out more than $4 billion for losses from the biggest two of the Los Angeles-area wildfires that swept through the region and destroyed tens of thousands of homes earlier this month.

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UK Government Agencies Vulnerable to Cyberattacks, Watchdog Says

Insurance Journal

British government departments have operated hundreds of outdated computer systems and failed to meet their own cybersecurity targets, increasing the risk of a disruptive hack, a watchdog has found.

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Case Summary Involving an Electrical Expert Witness

Expert Witness Blog

In the case of Meemic Insurance Co. v. Hewlett-Packard Co. , 717 F. Supp. 2d 752 (E.D. Mich. 2010), the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan addressed the admissibility of testimony from an electrical engineering expert witness in a subrogation claim following a house fire. Case Background Meemic Insurance Company, the plaintiff, insured a residence that suffered significant damage due to a fire.

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Generali to Pay Out Over €7 Billion in Dividends by 2027

Insurance Journal

Assicurazioni Generali SpA plans to return more than 7 billion ($7.3 billion) in dividends and buy back at least 1.5 billion in shares by 2027, as Chief Executive Officer Philippe Donnet pursues growth in asset management and high-margin insurance.

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Securing the Baltic: NATO’s Maritime Defense Against Cable Sabotage

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Securing undersea infrastructure is more critical than ever as geopolitical tensions heighten the risk of sabotage. The Baltic Sea, a vital nexus for global communications and energy supply, has become a focal point of security concerns with increasing incidents of cable damage. In response, NATO has launched the Baltic Sentry initiative, a decisive step in safeguarding these essential conduits from suspected hybrid threats.

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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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Uber Alleges Fraud Scheme by New York Groups Faking Car-Crash Injuries

Insurance Journal

Ride-sharing giant Uber Technologies Inc. filed a racketeering lawsuit against a group of law firms, doctors and pain-management clinics it claims staged fake car accidents and performed unnecessary surgeries to take advantage of New York’s lucrative no-fault insurance policies.

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Meta’s HR changes reflect widely touted aspirational approach to DEI

Legal Dive

Eliminating hard inclusivity goals won’t protect against reverse discrimination complaints but it will help, legal specialists say.

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People Moves: Tarby Moves to Permanent Plymouth Rock CEO; Inszone Insurance Creates Three Regional President Roles

Insurance Journal

Plymouth Rock Assurance, headquartered in Boston, named Ethan Tarby as president and CEO of Plymouth Rock Assurance Corporation. Tarby served as interim president and CEO since June 2024. He will lead Plymouth Rock’s Independent Agency Group.

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Woman alleges New York bank rolled her money into a ‘zombie CD’

Legal Dive

A lawsuit claims that after a 14-month CD matured, Flagstar Bank put the Florida customer’s funds into a new CD paying 0.02% interest through 2044.

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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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Diminished Value Not Covered by Standard Auto Policy, Massachusetts High Court Says

Insurance Journal

The Massachusetts standard auto policy does not require an insurer to pay inherent diminished value (IDV) to a claimant whose vehicle is damaged by one of its insureds.

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The Human Edge: How AI Can Assist But Never Replace

E-Discovery Team

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) elicits both wonder and concern, as people fear it may surpass or replace human capabilities. However, this fear often arises from misconceptions about AI. While AI excels in specific analytical tasks, it lacks the multifaceted nature of humanity, including emotions, creativity, and empathy. As a non-sentient tool, AI enhances human potential rather than competing with it.

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Woman Found Guilty of Arson After Trying to Burn 3 Homes in Hamptons

Insurance Journal

A jury found an East Quogue, New York woman guilty of arson for attempting to set three homes on fire in Hampton Bays in November 2023. Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A.

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Quinn Emanuel Welcomes Alex Rossmiller in New York

Securities Docket

Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP, the global litigation powerhouse, today announced that Alex Rossmiller has rejoined the firm as of counsel in the New York office. Rossmiller brings years of experience as a trial lawyer and former federal prosecutor, with a proven track record in white-collar criminal defense, securities litigation, and high-stakes investigations.

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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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World Insurance Associates Acquires Stern Insurance Group in Arizona

Insurance Journal

World Insurance Associates LLC has acquired the business of Stern Insurance Group in Scottsdale, Arizona. SIG was founded in 1987 by Daryl Stern. The firm specializes in counseling corporations in the areas of employee benefits and risk management services.

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Davis Polk welcomes back Neil MacBride as White Collar co-chair | Davis Polk

Securities Docket

Davis Polk today announced that preeminent white collar practitioner and former senior government official Neil MacBride has rejoined the firm as a partner in Washington DC. Mr. MacBride, who will become co-chair of Davis Polks White Collar Defense & Investigations practice, returns to the firm after serving for more than two years as General Counsel of the U.S.

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Pennsylvania Says It Blocked $180 Million in Auto, Home, Other P/C Insurance Hikes

Insurance Journal

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) reported that in 2024 it refused to approve $180.3 million in annual property/casualty (P/C) insurance premium increases in the state through its rate review processes.

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Coinbase SEC Appeal Backed by Senate Digital Assets Panel Chair

Securities Docket

Coinbase Inc.s fight against SEC claims that it operated an unregistered securities exchange should go to the Second Circuit, Sen. Cynthia Lummis, who leads a new congressional digital assets subcommittee, said in a court brief. The US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit can provide much-needed guidance for the cryptocurrency industry and the agency, Lummis (R-Wyo.) said.

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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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People Moves: Newfront Names Maisonet Chief People Officer; BenefitMall Adds Kealamakia in Mountain West

Insurance Journal

Newfront Promotes Maisonet to Chief People Officer Newfront promoted Paige Maisonet to chief people officer. Maisonet oversees talent acquisition, people operations and employee experience. Maisonet has more than 15 years of experience in human resources.

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An Uncertain SEC Beats Kraken’s Major Questions Doctrine Defense

Securities Docket

A federal district court in California allowed Kraken to proceed with its fair notice and due process defenses against a Securities and Exchange Commission lawsuit, but ruled that the major questions doctrine does not apply because cryptocurrencies have not yet risen to a level to impose massive influence over the American economy, as the U.S. Supreme Court contemplated.

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Killed Florida TV Reporter’s Parents Sue His Employer, Charter Communications

Insurance Journal

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Yolanda Holtzee (1956-2025)

Securities Docket

I learned today of the passing of yolanda holtzee. When it comes to the vigorous enforcement of the federal securities laws, there almost certainly will never be another like her. She was the embodiment of persistence and knew the micro-cap market like no one else ever had. When you worked at the SEC, her calls, and emails, and the deluge of TCRs could feel overwhelming.

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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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Dubai Developer Plans Luxury Condo Project on Site of 2021 Surfside Collapse

Insurance Journal

SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) A Dubai-based developer plans to build a 12-story luxury condominium project on the South Florida site where a building collapsed in 2021, killing 98 people.

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Sheep in the Steep: Remarks by SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce

Securities Docket

A fifth way to shepherd public companies back to their more suitable flatland habitat would be for the SEC to refrain from using enforcement actions to override managerial decision-making. These actions may seem benign and unassailable at first glancetighter corporate controls are good, right? But, if replicated, they will become a subtle mechanism for the Commission to insinuate itself into corporate management.

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Insurance Group Touts Major Victory Over FCC Rule That Would Have Limited Robocalls

Insurance Journal

A federal appeals court and the Federal Communications Commission, in one of its first actions under the new presidential administration, have handed down major decisions that many in the insurance industry may see as a double-edged sword.

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WHOSE EXPERT EVIDENCE IS GOING TO BE ACCEPTED AT TRIAL (?) PERSONAL INJURY: WEBINAR 7th FEBRUARY 2025

Civil Litigation Brief

This blog regularly features cases where there have been issues, sometimes major problems, with expert evidence. This webinar takes a close look at the factors that the courts take into account when considering which expert’s view should be accepted. It.

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Risk Strategies Acquires Michigan’s Comprehensive Benefits, Gabrielson Insurance

Insurance Journal

Risk Strategies announced the acquisition of Comprehensive Benefits, Inc. and Gabrielson Insurance & Financial Services, both located in the Greater Detroit area.