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How A New Documentary Aims To Raise Public Awareness Of The Access To Justice Crisis (and the Crowdfunding Campaign to Support It)

Law Sites

On this weeks show: LawNext takes you to the movies. Well, to a specific movie, anyway a documentary being made to raise public awareness and understanding of the access to justice crisis in this country.

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Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | Why small gestures works as well as if not better than grand strategies. The post Relationship-Based Business Development: The Power of Small Gestures appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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DeepJudge Introduces AI Workflows, Connecting Gen AI To Enterprise Search of Law Firms’ Internal Data

Law Sites

DeepJudge, developer of an AI-powered search platform for internal law firm data, has launched AI Workflows, a new feature of its product that allows law firms to deploy AI agents and applications across their internal firm data.

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5 Hospitalized After Small Plane Crashes in Retirement Community Parking Lot

Insurance Journal

A single-engine airplane carrying five people crashed and burst into flames Sunday in the parking lot of a retirement community near a small airport in suburban Pennsylvania, and everyone on board survived, officials and witnesses said.

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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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AffiniPay’s 2025 Legal Industry Report Portrays A Profession At A Technological Crossroads

Law Sites

AffiniPay, the parent company of a group of technology products for managing law practices and accepting online payments, includingLawPayandMyCase, today released its 2025 Legal Industry Report, based on a survey of over 2,800 legal professionals, primarily in solo and small firms, and it reveals a profession at a critical technological crossroads, with generative AI, financial […]

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Girl Scouts Sued Over Alleged Metals, Pesticides in Thin Mints, Other Cookies

Insurance Journal

The Girl Scouts have been sued by consumers over the alleged presence of “heavy metals” and pesticides in its popular Thin Mints and other cookies.

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H&F’s Seeks $30 Billion Valuation of Hub in Fundraising

Insurance Journal

Hellman & Friedman is looking to raise at least $1 billion in equity from investors for Hub International Ltd., in a potential deal valuing the insurance brokerage at $30 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Strength Behind Bars

The Marshall Project

News Inside Issue 19 honors women navigating the correctional system.

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New York Sues National General and Allstate Over Data Breaches

Insurance Journal

New York’s Attorney General filed a lawsuit against National General and its parent Allstate Insurance Co. alleging they have failed to protect New Yorkers’ personal information from cyberattacks.

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Attend to Your Jury

Your Trial Message

By Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm: A couple of weeks ago, I was in court to help pick a jury in a high-value case. During that early phase of jury selection, the gallery was full to capacity with potential jurors, the counsel and parties were present, the clerks bustling, but not much else was happening.

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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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A California City Is Pioneering Urban-Scale Insurance for Climate Disasters

Insurance Journal

“Fire took everything, please help.” The headline was one of hundreds like it on GoFundMe campaigns that launched even as the embers of the fires in the Pacific Palisades and Altadena were still smoldering.

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HaystackID Launches AI-Powered Legal Review, Merging Generative AI with Human Expertise

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: In an era where data volumes are skyrocketing, legal teams are under mounting pressure to balance efficiency with compliance. HaystackIDs launch of Core Intelligence AI Review marks an important moment in eDiscovery, merging generative AI with expert oversight to enhance legal review processes. By integrating deep learning and natural language processing (NLP) into existing legal workflows, this innovation not only accelerates document analysis but also reinforces defensibil

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Private Credit’s Push for Retail Money Stokes New Vulnerability

Insurance Journal

Private credit’s rush to attract money from retail investors is making the sector more vulnerable to the kind of liquidity mismatches found in traditional lenders, the Bank for International Settlements warned in a report on Tuesday.

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Understanding the statute of limitations for accounting malpractice claims

Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

Every successful business decision you make relies on one critical foundation: accurate financial information. Your accounting team does not just track numbers. They provide the financial clarity that guides your strategic planning, tax compliance and ultimately, your company’s growth trajectory. When you partner with accounting professionals, you are placing tremendous trust in their expertise.

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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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People Moves: WSIA Elects Officers; Ryan’s McCrorie Becomes Chair

Insurance Journal

Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA) members elected Phillip McCrorie to serve as 2025-2026 WSIA Chair. McCrorie serves as CEO and chairman of RSUI. He joined the WSIA Board in 2021 and the executive committee in 2024.

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Recent SEC Guidance On Memecoins Suggests Broader Policy Change

Securities Docket

… In the SECs case against Kraken, for example, the agency told a federal court that pooling of resale proceeds by a developer is not required under Howey. The SECs new guidance confirms the opposite. It says that purchasers of memecoins make no investment in a common enterprise because their funds are not pooled together to be deployed by promoters or other third parties for developing the coin or a related enterprise.

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School Owner Sentenced for Falsifying Asbestos Removal Training Documents

Insurance Journal

The owner of a Rhode Island asbestos abatement training center who falsified documents attesting individuals paid for, attended, and successfully completed an Environmental Protection Administration (EPA)-approved abatement training program has been sentenced to two years’ probation, announced Acting United States …

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COURT REFUSES CLAIMANT’S APPLICATION TO ABRIDGE TIME FOLLOWING LATE SERVICE OF AN OFFER: “THERE IS A POLICY INCENTIVE IN REQUIRING LITIGANTS TO MAKE TIMELY PART 36 OFFERS”

Civil Litigation Brief

The judgment in Henderson & Jones Ltd v Price [2020] EWHC 3276 (Ch) was given in October 2020, but has only recently arrived on BAILII. It concerns late service of a Part 36 offer. This is an issue rarely considered.

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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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Stricken Oil Tanker in North Sea Smolders With Hole in Side

Insurance Journal

A US oil tanker that was struck by a container ship in the North Sea on Monday was smoldering with a gaping hole in its side, footage broadcast by BBC News showed.

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Delegation of Authority to Director of the Division of Enforcement

Securities Docket

The Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission) is amending its regulations with respect to the delegations of authority to the Director of the Division of Enforcement (Director) to eliminate the delegation of authority to issue formal orders of investigation. Formal orders designate the enforcement staff authorized to issue subpoenas in connection with investigations under the Federal securities laws.

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People Moves: Alera Group Appoints Bashford as Managing Director of the Midwest Region

Insurance Journal

Alera Group, headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois, appointed Talicia Bashford as managing director of the Midwest region. Bashford will lead the growth of Alera Group’s capabilities and market share across the Midwest.

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iManage announces 42% growth in annual recurring revenue

Legal IT Insider

iManage today (11 March) announced a 42% year-on-year growth in annual recurring revenue, with steady customer expansion across all segments in 2024. Last year, iManage signed 305 new customer logos […] The post iManage announces 42% growth in annual recurring revenue appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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

Speaker: Andrew Klein and Jennifer Vandenplas

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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Fintech Zolve Raises $251 Million in Largest Funding Round Yet

Insurance Journal

Zolve raised $251 million in its latest equity and debt financing round, the neo bank said on Tuesday, led by Indian private equity firm Creaegis, an existing investor, with participation from names like HSBC and SBI Investment.

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“THIS IS AN UNUSUAL PROBATE CLAIM IN THAT THE DECEASED SAYS SHE IS VERY MUCH ALIVE”: A CHAOTIC TRIAL WHERE NO-ONE SEEMS TO HAVE THE SAME PAGINATION IN THE BUNDLES: AND THATS NOT EVEN HALF OF THE PROBLEMS…

Civil Litigation Brief

The past few weeks have led to a number of cases about bundles. My working theory about trial and application bundles is that problematic bundles often reflect a much deeper malaise in the case itself. Support for that theory can.

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Viewpoint: The Evolution of Homeowners Insurance in California—From Niche to Necessity

Insurance Journal

For many years, the homeowners insurance market operated as a relatively stable and predictable sector in California. Changes were incremental, and the market largely catered to established patterns of risk and pricing.

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Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is Seeking a Patent Agent, Associate, or Of Counsel (Video/Audio Processing and Photonics)

IP Watchdog

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Junior-Senior Level Patent Agent or Associate. This is an exceptional opportunity to join our growing Electrical and Computer Science IP team with a national and international client base. This position can be based out of any of our offices. The Patent Associate must have a minimum of 2 years of IP prosecution experience at a firm or in-house.

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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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Kennedy Wants FDA to Close ‘Self-Affirm’ Safety ‘Loophole’ Used by Food Manufacturers

Insurance Journal

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert Kennedy Jr. directed the Food and Drug Administration on Monday to revise safety rules to help eliminate a provision that allows companies to self-affirm that food ingredients are safe.

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What If I Don’t Want to Litigate? Law Degree Alternatives: Exploring Unconventional Career Paths

The Barrister

When most people think of a law degree, they envision a career in traditional fields such as litigation,corporate law, or criminal defense. However, a law degree offers a versatile skill set that can be applied across various industries and professions. While many law graduates do indeed follow the path of practicing lawyers, the training and knowledge acquired during law school can lead to a wide range of non-traditional career opportunities, such as roles in public policy, legal technology, or

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AM Best Revises Outlooks for Members of Grange Insurance Group in Washington

Insurance Journal

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 Ratings of “bbb+” (Good) of Grange Insurance Association and its reinsured subsidiary Granwest Property & Casualty.

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Two Companies Hit with Separate AI-Washing Securities Lawsuits | The D&O Diary

Securities Docket

A recurring theme at the recent PLUS D&O Symposium related to the risks associated with the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), risks that may among other things translate into D&O claims. Among other AI-related litigation concerns is the fear that companies seeking to catch some of the AI buzz will overstate their AI prospects. Last week, in the latest examples of the kinds of AI-related D&O claims that can arise, two companies were sued in separate securities lawsuits alleging th

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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.