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The Power of List Making

Attorney at Work

Meyling Ly | Start a "Done-List" to track your accomplishments and be prepared to show your value. The post The Power of List Making appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Alexi Says Its New AI Tool for Litigators Is Capable of Advanced Legal Reasoning

Law Sites

The Toronto-based company Alexi, whose platform provides AI-driven tools for litigators, said today that it has launched an “advanced legal reasoning” capability that will “elevate litigators capacity to analyze and understand the full complexities of issues and facts of any given litigation file.

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Asking for Business: The Art of Business Development for Lawyers

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | Being more proactive in your business development creates a win-win for yourself and your contacts. The post Asking for Business: The Art of Business Development for Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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When Can a Party Refer to Produced Records as an Answer to an Interrogatory?

E-Discovery LLC

Red-D-Arc Inc. v AMP 2 LLC , 2025 WL 26648 (M.D. Fl. Jan. 3, 2025), was a breach of contract action. Plaintiff contended that, in response to plaintiffs interrogatories, Defendants improperly refer to hundreds of pages of documents, which is non-responsive, evasive, and in violation of Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 33(d). The Red-D-Arc court wrote: In response, Defendants argue that their reference to documents produced to Plaintiff fully complies with Rule 33(d), and that the documents specif

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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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California Wildfires Will Likely Lead to Large Economic and Insured Losses

Insurance Journal

Active wind-driven wildfires in Southern California that are estimated to have burned more than 1,000 properties and prompted evacuation orders for more than 80,000 residents will likely lead to what industry watchers say will be sizable insured losses.

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PROVING THINGS 254: WHICH EXPERT IS GOING TO BE ACCEPTED? AN IMPORTANT ISSUE CONSIDERED IN A CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE CASE

Civil Litigation Brief

I am grateful to barrister Nadia Whittaker for sending me a copy of the judgment of HHJ Baddeley in Lochrie -v- Edwards (County Court in Sheffield 07/01/2025), a copy of which is available here. Final Lochrie v Edwards Judgment G48YJ355.

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MAKING AN APPLICATION FOR RELIEF FROM SANCTIONS? 10 KEY POINTS TO HELP

Civil Litigation Brief

Periodically I revisit posts on this blog to see whether they remain of relevance – this post (from January 2016) does. It sets out ten key points in making an application for relief from sanctions. Every point made nine years.

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Lloyd’s CEO Neal Appointed Aon CEO of Reinsurance, Chairman of Climate Solutions

Insurance Journal

Insurance broker Aon plc announced the appointment of John Neal as global CEO of Reinsurance and chairman of Climate Solutions, effective following the conclusion of Neal’s notice period at Lloyd’s of London where he has served as CEO since October …

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6 in-house legal trends to watch in 2025

Legal Dive

AI adoption and ROI, interstate litigation and increased settlements in M&A approvals are among the topics in-house counsel can expect to feature prominently in 2025.

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Settlements Eclipse $40 Billion in 2024 as PFAS, Reverse Discrimination Claims Emerge

Insurance Journal

Once again, settlements from class-action litigation topped $40 billion in 2024, according to an extensive analysis of more than 1,400 cases by law firm Duane Morris. Gerald L.

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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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New USPTO Fee Rule for Continuing Applications: Key Changes and Strategic Considerations for Applicants

IP Watchdog

On November 20, 2024, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) published a final rule introducing a significant new fee structure for continuing patent applications. This rule, set to take effect on January 19, 2025, establishes additional fees for any continuing application filed at least six years after its earliest benefit date (EBD). The final rule identifies EBD as the earliest filing date for which benefit is claimed under 35 U.S.C. 120, 121, 365(c), or 386(c) and ?

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Andrade Leaves Everest Group to Become USAA President and CEO

Insurance Journal

Juan C. Andrade is USAA’s new president and chief executive officer, said the insurance provider to millions of active military, veterans, and their families.

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Cyberattacks, tech disruption ranked as top threats to business growth

Legal Dive

Forty percent of executives view data breaches and leaks as the most financially burdensome man-made threats, a Chubb study found.

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Israel Cyber Firms Raise $4 Billion in 2024 on Surge of Cloud, AI Security Needs

Insurance Journal

Israeli cybersecurity firms raised $4 billion in 2024, more than double that of 2023, led by firms seeking to protect the cloud along with a surge in artificial intelligence, global venture capital firm YL Ventures said on Tuesday.

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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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Oil companies agree to record FTC settlement in ‘gun-jumping’ lawsuit

Legal Dive

The agency accused two oil producers of taking over management duties of a company they’d agreed to buy during the required U.S. review period for merger deals.

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Alabama Now Requiring Quarterly Reports From Surplus Lines Brokers

Insurance Journal

Starting this spring, surplus lines brokers in Alabama must file quarterly reports showing all surplus lines transactions, the state Department of Insurance said this week. The rule is in keeping with state law and took effect Jan. 1.

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DOJ amends RealPage complaint to include 6 major landlords

Legal Dive

The Justice Department alleges that the companies participated in a pricing scheme to decrease competition.

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Oil Tanker Linked to Subsea Cable Damage Has Serious Deficiencies, Finland Says

Insurance Journal

Finland’s public transport agency said on Wednesday that an oil tanker suspected of damaging undersea cables in the Baltic Sea has been found to have serious deficiencies and will not be allowed to operate until repairs have been made.

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Deposition Prep Like a Pro: Insights from a Paralegal's 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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CVS successfully converts commercial pharmacy contracts to “cost plus” model

Legal Dive

CVS’ efforts to reform how its pharmacies are paid have reached a significant milestone that should stabilize flagging margins.

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Tibet Earthquake Kills at Least 126 People, Leaves Many Trapped

Insurance Journal

A strong earthquake shook a high-altitude region of western China and areas of Nepal on Tuesday, damaging hundreds of houses, littering streets with rubble and killing at least 126 people in Tibet.

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10 Tips to Increase Customer Reviews for Law Firms

Practice Panther

Having quality customer reviews for law firms is vital to the reputation of any business, but especially law firms. The importance of customer reviews for law firms lies heavily on relationships, confidentiality, and the success of the matter. In many cases, clients place an enormous amount of trust in their lawyer to handle their personal and sensitive information.

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People Moves: The Piexus Group Names Fawcett as President

Insurance Journal

The Plexus Groupe, a national commercial insurance brokerage and consulting firm, announced the appointment of Gerald Fawcett as President. Fawcett joined Plexus in February 2020 to lead the Industry and Specialty Practices.

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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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Upskilling for Tomorrow: Insights from the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025

Complex Discovery

Editors Note: The World Economic Forums Future of Jobs Report 2025 presents a critical analysis of the shifting global job landscape, emphasizing the profound interplay between technological innovation, demographic changes, and economic trends. This report offers invaluable insights for cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery professionals by highlighting the roles and skills that will dominate the evolving workforce.

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Symbol Will Indicate When Connected Devices Are Cyber Secure

Insurance Journal

Consumers may soon be able to buy electronic products with a label indicating they are “cyber secure,” according to US officials.

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Blackstone Enters CPA Industry Through Stake in Citrin Cooperman

Securities Docket

Blackstone, the worlds largest alternative asset manager, will enter the accounting market with a deal to acquire an equity stake in Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC, a top 20 US accounting and consulting firm. An investor group led by Blackstone announced Tuesday it will acquire a majority ownership in the firm, which serves privately held mid-market businesses and high net worth individuals.

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Virginia’s Andrew Agency Acquires Richmond Insurance Agency

Insurance Journal

The Andrew Agency has acquired Garriques, Lloyd & McMahon in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 1963, GLM Insurance is a third-generation family-owned agency providing personal and commercial insurance throughout Virginia and North Carolina.

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JPMorgan to Bring Workers Back to Office 5 Days a Week, End Hybrid Option

Securities Docket

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is preparing to tell all its employees to return to the office five days a week, ending a hybrid-work option for thousands of staff and returning to the attendance policy that was in place before the pandemic. The largest US bank, which employs more than 300,000 people globally, is expected to announce the change in coming weeks, replacing an existing three-day mandate for many of its workers, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be named discus

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DOJ: Oklahoma City Police Discriminate Against People With Behavioral Disabilities

Insurance Journal

Oklahoma City and its police department have discriminated against people with behavioral health disabilities, the U.S. Department of Justice said last week after releasing the latest in a series of investigations into state and local law enforcement agencies.

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USPTO Brief in Inventor’s CAFC Appeal Raises Questions About Viability of Sotera Stipulations

IP Watchdog

On December 30, Acting U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Derrick Brent filed an intervenors brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in an appeal brought by inventor Carrie Hafeman, following several inter partes review (IPR) proceedings filed against her patents by tech giants Google and Microsoft. While Hafeman seeks the reversal of final written decisions invalidating her patent claims due to the violation of a Sotera stipulation that had led to the PTABs i

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Berkshire Shareholder Seeks Committee to Oversee AI at Buffett’s Company

Insurance Journal

A Berkshire Hathaway shareholder wants a committee of independent directors to oversee risks associated with artificial intelligence at the dozens of companies in Warren Buffett’s conglomerate.

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$5 Wrench Attack – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

If you do financial crimes, the government might put you in prison and take your money. If your money is in a bank, the government can go to the bank with a court order saying it can take your money, and the bank will cheerfully hand over the money. (If it didnt, it would get in trouble.) If your money is in Bitcoin, though, there is no one for the government to go to with a court order: Your money is on a decentralized, censorship-resistant blockchain, impervious to the demands of the governmen

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Winter Storm Heading for Texas Grounds Flights and Menaces Grid

Insurance Journal

Flight cancellations are already piling up as a winter storm bears down on Texas and the US South, bringing snow and ice that could coat power lines and trigger blackouts. As of 7:30 a.m.

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