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Ethics Considerations of Using AI In Personal Injury Law

Attorney at Work

Michael McCready | Personal injury lawyers have eagerly embraced generative AI to improve client outcomes. The post Ethics Considerations of Using AI In Personal Injury Law appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Private Hospital Owner Prospect Medical Files for Bankruptcy

Insurance Journal

Prospect Medical Holdings Inc., once an active buyer of cash-strapped hospitals, filed for bankruptcy after struggling with debt piles and soaring costs.

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The PTAB’s 70% All-Claims Invalidation Rate Continues to Be a Source of Concern

IP Watchdog

The invalidation rate of patents in America Invents Act (AIA) proceedings, particularly inter partes reviews (IPRs), has been extremely high since the inception of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). Currently, a patent reaching a final written decision in an IPR will on average have 78% of its claims found invalid. Perhaps more surprising, when there is a final written decision, 70% of the time all challenged claims in the patent are found invalid.

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Bodies In Landing Gear. Stowaways. Open Doors. What’s Up With Aviation Security?

Insurance Journal

What is going on with aviation security? People have been found dead hiding in the wheel wells of planes twice in the past month. Two stowaways were arrested on different flights in November and December.

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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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The In-House Counsel Resume – Get Traction with Your In-House Search

InHouseBlog

The in-house counsel resume is key to getting traction in your job search. Making the transition from a law firm position to an in-house counsel position is not usually a quick and easy process! There.

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FEMA Maps Lead to Development in Flood-Risk Areas, NC State Study Shows

Insurance Journal

A study by researchers at North Carolina State University supports what some critics of federal flood maps have said for years: That lines drawn on a map give a false sense of security from flooding and have led to increased …

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American Airlines’ ESG-Based Investing for 401(k) Plan Is Illegal, US Judge Rules

Insurance Journal

A federal judge in Texas on Friday said American Airlines violated federal law by basing investment decisions for its employee retirement plan on environmental, social and other non-financial factors. The ruling by U.S.

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Right Decisions from Wrong Decisions: Ethics, Reflection, and Transparency in Leadership

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Nick Mapletofts article, Right Decisions from Wrong Decisions: One Managers Perspective , provides an in-depth exploration of decision-making through the lenses of structured models, ethical principles, and reflective practices. While transparency is not explicitly a central theme, the article implicitly highlights its importance through discussions of fairness, integrity, and open communication.

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US Sues Airbnb After Host Rejected Rental to Mother With Children

Insurance Journal

Airbnb was sued by the U.S. government on Friday over a host’s refusal to rent an apartment to a mother with three school-age children.

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Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai

Legally Speaking

COMING SOON Were taking the Legally Speaking Podcast to Dubai! Big news! We promised to 10X the show in 2025, and were delivering… Next month, were bringing the show to one of the worlds most exciting legal hubs: Dubai.

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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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Vermont School District Settles With US Over Racial Harassment Allegations

Insurance Journal

A Vermont school district’s inadequate response to serious and widespread harassment of Black and biracial students has led to a settlement agreement with the federal government, the U.S. Justice Department said Wednesday.

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People Moves: AM Best Names Johnson Chief Ratings Officer, Holzberger Chief Operating Officer

Insurance Journal

AM Best, headquartered in Oldwick, New Jersey, appointed Kenneth J. Johnson as senior managing director and chief ratings officer. Stefan Holzberger moved into the role of executive vice president and chief operating officer at AM Best Rating Services.

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People Moves: Film Broker Baratta Joins Front Row Insurance in Los Angeles

Insurance Journal

Front Row Insurance Brokers LLC hired film insurance broker Anthony Baratta to its Los Angeles office. Baratta joins Front Row after a 16-year career at Gallagher Entertainment, where he served as area senior vice president.

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Heffernan Insurance Brokers Acquires Green Financial in Washington

Insurance Journal

Heffernan Insurance Brokers acquired Green Financial in Kirkland, Washington. Fred Green, president of Green Financial, and his team have joined Heffernan Insurance Brokers’ small business division, HeffDirect.

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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.