Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
nQ Zebraworks, a company whose “invoices-to-cash” solution automates the billing cycle for large and mid-sized law firms, has closed a $4.5 million funding round, bringing its total investment to $13.5 million.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Secondary Traumatic Stress encompasses the behavioral and emotional responses to continued, indirect exposure to traumatic events. The post Bracing for Impact: The Traumatic Stress Facing Immigration Attorneys in Times of Mass Deportations appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Illinois Supreme Court today released a policy on the use of generative AI in the courts that authorizes its use by attorneys, judges, court staff and others, provided the use complies with legal and ethical standards. The Illinois Supreme Court AI Policy, which will take effect Jan.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In Taylor v. Google LLC , 2024 WL 4947270 (N.D. Cal. Dec. 3, 2024), the court held that plaintiffs have not shown a specific deficiency in Googles document production or a factual basis to believe that Mr. Boyers (or anyone elses) chat messages contain relevant evidence that was not properly preserved, and thus there is no justification for an order requiring Google to run the search terms plaintiffs propose through the documents collections for all Google custodians and witnesses.
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Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
On todays LawNext: we hand over the podcast to NotebookLM to discuss the state of law practice management technology. If you havent heard of NotebookLM, it is a generative AI tool from Google that turns your documents into engaging audio discussions.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The state of U.S. insurance regulation is almost certainly not a topic for most families this holiday season. Yet there is much to be thankful for as well as areas where we can do better.
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Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Tampa Bay Rays secured their future in west-central Florida as county officials approved a crucial bond sale for the team’s proposed new stadium.
Practice Panther
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Deciding how to handle assets and personal wishes is one of the most significant decisions clients face. Estate planning attorneys provide the legal expertise and support needed to help individuals organize their affairs, draft wills and trusts, and prepare for the unexpected. As you build your skills in this area, tools like estate planning software can help you stay organized and prepared for the unique needs of every client.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla. (AP) Almost three dozen high-rise condos and luxury hotels along the beach in South Florida are sinking or settling in unexpected ways, in some cases because of nearby construction, according to a new study.
Complex Discovery
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Editor’s Note: The Department of Defense’s launch of the Artificial Intelligence Rapid Capabilities Cell (AI RCC) signals a transformative moment for military operations through generative AI technologies. This initiative, under the guidance of the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office, builds on the foundational work of Task Force Lima and is poised to redefine operational efficiency and strategic decision-making across the defense landscape.
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Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Millions of U.S. homes are underinsured, not because of any added value in the homes, but because additional structures on the homeowner’s property have gone unreported and are without protection.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The high court said an appeals court would need to consider what effect the reversal of federal agency deference standards had on a Puerto Rico hospital’s labor dispute.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
A U.S. House of Representatives task force on artificial intelligence on Tuesday released a report of more than 250 pages outlining the potential benefits and harms of the technology.
Civil Litigation Brief
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In Ferko v Ealing Magistrates Court & Ors [2024] EWHC 3297 (Admin) Mr Justice Sweeting carried out a summary assessment. In doing so he set out some key principles in relation to the assessment of costs. In particular issues relating.
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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?
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The US government has launched a national-security investigation into TP-Link, the China-founded router maker whose equipment now dominates the American market and has been targeted in repeated Chinese cyber attacks, people familiar with the matter said.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission and the Illinois Attorney General alleged the company deceived customers with junk fees and added restaurants to the platform without permission.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) on Wednesday pitched recommendations for governments to reduce risks around hedge funds, insurers and other non-bank financial intermediaries, which now account for almost half of global financial assets.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The regulator is considering taking legal action against six former officers and 11 former directors of Silicon Valley Bank over their role in the bank’s collapse and $23 billion hit to the Deposit Insurance Fund.
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Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Pressure is building on Amazon.com to come to the bargaining table with the Teamsters union as thousands of workers threaten to strike during the retailer’s busy holiday selling season.
Civil Litigation Brief
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In Milford Investments Ltd v Lanyon Bowdler LLP [2024] EWHC 3227 (Comm) we see yet another example of a witness statement that does not comply with the rules. Although the defendant did not argue that the statement should not be.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The rivers and canals that meander through Hemudu in southeastern China are a vital source of life and community they provide income for fishermen, an after-school hangout spot for kids, and define the town’s landscape.
Ethicking
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Im working on some longer pieces and on my actual job, so for now, a few quick hits: Federal courts: Something troubling, which I would like to address in a longer form when I have some time, is this judicial disciplinary order against Senior Judge Michael A. Ponsor of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts. Back in May, he wrote an opinion piece (paywalled) in the New York Times that criticized the flying of upside-down American flags and an Appeal to Heaven flag outside of h
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Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
CVS Health Corp. pharmacies illegally dispensed controlled substances including opioids, fueling an overdose crisis as short-staffed stores ignored red flags, the US Department of Justice alleged in a lawsuit unsealed Wednesday.
Securities Docket
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced settled charges against Ohio-based Express, Inc., a multi-brand American fashion retailer, for failing to disclose executive compensation it paid to its now former CEO. According to the SECs order, in definitive proxy statements for fiscal years 2019, 2020, and 2021, Express failed to disclose $979,269 worth of perks and personal benefits provided to its CEO, including certain expenses associated with the CEOs authorized use of chartered air
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Louisiana Workers’ Compensation Corporation (LWCC) announced that it will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Prescient National Insurance Company (PNIC) based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Securities Docket
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The judge who killed Elon Musks $56 billion compensation deal handed his courtroom foes a fraction of the legal fees they sought for their success, underscoring a broader reckoning with eye-popping attorney paydays. Facing a torrent of vitriol from the worlds richest man and his fans, the chief judge of Delawares elite business court rejected a request for billions, calling it a bold ask in a case about excessive pay.
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.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
King Risk Partners, one of the largest U.S. insurance brokers, has acquired Talbert Insurance Services in Duluth, Georgia, expanding King’s presence in the Southeast. Talbert, in business in north Georgia since 1982, offers personal and commercial insurance.
Securities Docket
DECEMBER 18, 2024
President Joe Biden said in an interview published in part Tuesday that he is in favor of a ban on stock trading by members of Congress, taking a position on an issue that has been the subject of discussion and proposed legislation in recent years. Speaking with Faiz Shakir, an adviser for Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., in an interview on the progressive nonprofit news site More Perfect Union, Biden said he did not know how lawmakers could trade stocks in good conscience while representing their st
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Ardonagh Group has secured new investment from Stone Point Capital, almost doubling the valuation of the UK insurance broker to $14 billion in three years, according to people familiar with the matter.
E-Discovery Team
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In a recent Washington Post article, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, emphasizes the critical issue of AI control, arguing we face a choice between a democratic future or one dominated by authoritarianism. He advocates for an inclusive and transparent AI approach that benefits all, contrasting this with potential abuse in authoritarian regimes. Altman outlines four key areas needing urgent legal frameworks: security to protect AI systems from misuse, infrastructure investment for resilience, human cap
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