Sat.Oct 05, 2024

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Application of Phil Favro & Judge Peck’s Lessons on Search Design

E-Discovery LLC

Rayome v. ABT Electronics, Inc., 2024 WL 4296755 (N.D. Ill. Sept. 24, 2024), applied principles enunciated by the Hon. Andrew J. Peck under the supervision of the court-appointed Special Master, Philip Favro. The parties’ dispute centered on search queries. Defendant asserted that plaintiff’s queries were over broad, excessive in number, and resulted in high hit counts.

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Drug Testing of Pregnant Patients Is Discriminatory, Lawsuit Claims

The Marshall Project

The Marshall Project recently investigated how faulty drug tests at hospitals lead to pregnant women being reported to authorities and at times separated from their children.

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California Takes the Lead in AI Regulation with New Transparency and Accountability Laws

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: The shifting landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) regulation in California signals a crucial turning point for industries reliant on emerging technologies, particularly those in cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery. As California seeks to balance innovation with consumer protection, recent legislative actions—especially Senate Bill 896 and Assembly Bill 2013—demonstrate a forward-thinking approach to regulating AI, including generative AI that is reshap

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Striking Down The Chevron Doctrine: Exploring The Decision Reflecting A New Era Of Administrative Law

SW&L Attorneys Blog

What Was The Chevron Doctrine The Chevron Doctrine was a cornerstone of administrative law in the United States for 40 years. The Chevron Doctrine played a pivotal role in shaping the relationship between the judiciary and administrative agencies, significantly influencing the landscape of federal regulation and administrative governance. The doctrine originated from the landmark Supreme Court case Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v.

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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?