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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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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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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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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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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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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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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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Insurtech Qumis Raises $2.2M to Automate Policy Reviews With AI

Insurance Journal

Qumis, a lawyer-built AI-driven platform designed to transform insurance knowledge work, announced the close of an oversubscribed $2.2 million pre-seed funding round.

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“THIS CASE …HAS COME BEFORE THIS COURT IN SUCH A DISORDERED AND CHAOTIC STATE THAT IT IS SIMPLY IMPOSSIBLE TO PROCEED IN A FAIR WAY

Civil Litigation Brief

In T v T & Ors (Disregard for Procedural Rules, Adjournment) [2025] EWFC 14 (B) Recorder Chandler KC set out a large number of matters on which the applicant had failed to comply with the rules. It is a judgment.

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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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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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Uncovering The Hidden Connections: A Patent Family Survival Guide

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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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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FTC to refund Fashion Nova customers $2.4M

Legal Dive

The agency accused the fast fashion company of suppressing negative consumer reviews.

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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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WHEN A PARTY CITES, AND RELIES, ON CASE LAW THAT “DOES NOT EXIST” :”A MOST UNHAPPY FEATURE OF THIS CASE”

Civil Litigation Brief

There is a very unusual element to the judgment of Mr Justice Kerr in Olsen & Anor v Finansiel Stabilitet A/S [2025] EWHC 42 (KB). The appellants, litigants in person, relied on case law that apparently supported their case. That.

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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 and ethics risks before they become problems.

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Marsh McLennan Reports Organic Growth of 7% During Q4 and Full-Year 2024

Insurance Journal

Marsh McLennan reported fourth quarter net income of $788 million, compared with $756 billion during Q4 2023. For the full-year 2024, MMC had net income of $4.1 billion, compared with $3.8 billion reported for FY 2023.

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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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American Airlines Plane Collision Leaves No Hope for Survivors

Insurance Journal

The collision between an American Airlines Group Inc.

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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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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.

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EU Says Drive to Simplify Will Not Weaken Climate Agenda

Insurance Journal

The European Union’s drive to simplify rules will not weaken the bloc’s climate change goals, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said.

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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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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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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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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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Net Income at Selective Insurance Drops on Unfavorable Casualty Reserve Development

Insurance Journal

Selective Insurance Group reported a 24% drop in fourth quarter 2024 net income as its chief executive admitted the year did “not meet expectations.” Fourth quarter net income was $93.2 million compared to $122.5 million a year ago.

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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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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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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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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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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.

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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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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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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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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.