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Recent Reports of Law Schools’ AI Adoption Have Been Greatly Exaggerated

Law Sites

This recent Reuters story caught my attention: “More than half of law schools now offer classes on AI,” it said, citing a new survey conducted by the American Bar Association. Another story said the survey shows that “AI is rapidly making its way into law schools.

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20 Law Practice Empowerment Tips

Attorney at Work

Nuts-and-bolts reminders for running a successful law practice from Peggy Gruenke and Alan Klevan. The post 20 Law Practice Empowerment Tips appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Law.com Radar Now Uses SALI Tags For Greater Precision in Litigation Case Alerts Across Jurisdictions

Law Sites

Law.com Radar, a service that delivers AI-enhanced alerts of new lawsuits filed in more than 2,400 U.S. federal and state courts, is now tagging all new civil filings using the taxonomy developed by the SALI Alliance, a group working to standardize legal data across the industry. By labeling filings using SALI’s taxonomy, Law.

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Privilege Log Required of Materials Agency Withheld From Administrative Record

E-Discovery LLC

In Documents Withheld Under Deliberative Privilege – No Privilege Log Needed? (May 23, 2024), I discussed the holding of Blue Mountains Biodiversity Project v. Jeffries , 99 F.4th 438 (9th Cir. 2024). The Ninth Circuit held that, with one undefined, possible exception of “bad faith or improper [administrative agency] behavior,” an administrative agency withholding documents under the deliberative privilege need not provide a privilege log to a party seeking judicial review of the agency’s de

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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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Client Intake Software

Lawmatics

Client intake in a law firm is an important process for onboarding new clients. Client intake software is technology used by businesses and organizations to streamline the client intake process by collecting information from clients. Legal client intake automation can organize the compilation of essential data, such as personal information, contact details, preferences, and other relevant details, depending on the nature of the business.

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The Deliberative Process or Executive Privilege

E-Discovery LLC

The decision in Estate of LeRoux v. Montg. County, MD, 2024 WL 1703939 (D. Md. Apr. 19, 2024), states that “[t]here is no binding legal authority on the application of deliberative process privilege in the Fourth Circuit.” Id. at *3. In LeRoux, the Hon. Aimel A. Quereshi provided a comprehensive analysis of that privilege. With the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent decision overruling Chevron , there will likely be more challenges to agency action.

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Custom ChatGPTs: Navigating Legal and Ethical Compliance for Public-Facing AI Tools

My Shingle

Abstract This article explores the legal and ethical considerations lawyers must address when creating custom versions of ChatGPT for public use. It discusses the potential applications of these tools, such as educating clients on legal matters or providing preliminary advice to landlords. The article outlines key ethical requirements, including AI disclosure, supervision, attorney-client relationship, confidentiality,… The post Custom ChatGPTs: Navigating Legal and Ethical Compliance for

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The Insurance Industry Faces Rising AI-Litigation: Experts Urge Preparedness

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the insurance industry, it brings a host of legal and regulatory challenges that professionals must navigate. This article delves into the imminent wave of regulatory scrutiny and potential litigation facing insurers as they adopt AI technologies. It emphasizes the necessity for insurers to prioritize fairness and transparency, mitigate algorithmic discrimination, and stay abreast of evolving regulatory expectations.

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US Inventor Urges CAFC to Review Implementation of Rule 36

IP Watchdog

Yesterday, US Inventor, Inc. (USI) filed an amicus brief in Island Intellectual Property LLC v. TD Ameritrade, Inc., urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) to reconsider its use of Rule 36 when affirming decisions. The underlying district court decision was issued in November 2022 by Judge Rodney Gilstrap, who adopted Magistrate Judge Roy Payne’s September 2022 Report and Recommendation and granted TD Ameritrade’s (TD) Motion for Summary Judgment on the patent infringeme

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Novant axes hospital deal after FTC pressure

Legal Dive

The agency has likely exacerbated the problem it’s trying to solve by leaving an under-resourced business with no lifeline to save it, critics say.

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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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AN EXPERT WHO SHOULD LEARN THE RULES BEFORE REPORTING AGAIN: CLAIMANT COMES TO GRIEF

Civil Litigation Brief

We are taking a short break from the detailed examination of issues relating to service of the claim form to look at another common issue on this blog – an expert that failed to comply with the rules. I am.

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OSHA proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat

Legal Dive

The standard would require employers to provide water and rest breaks when high heat creates a hazardous work environment.

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SERVICE OF THE CLAIM FORM – ERRORS AND PROBLEMS 3: AN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN “RELIEF FROM SANCTIONS” IS FUTILE

Civil Litigation Brief

This is the third time (and not the last time) we are looking at the judgment of Occupiers of Samuel Garside House v Bellway Homes Ltd & Anor [2024] EWHC 1579 (KB). The claimants attempted to obtain “relief from sanctions” in.

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WIPO Report: Global Intangible Assets Reach Nearly $7 Trillion in 2023 Investment Surge

IP Watchdog

In 2024, WIPO and Italy’s Luiss Business School (LBS) established Global INTAN-Invest, a database that measures the growing interest and investment in intangible assets. These results, released annually via the World Intangible Investment Highlights, emphasize the importance of intangible assets and evaluate how companies can optimize their investments for competitive advantages.

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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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Chevron ruling adds new wrinkle to US cybersecurity efforts

Legal Dive

The Supreme Court decision could have major ramifications for federal agencies that rely on old laws to tackle digital-era policy challenges, legal analysts said.

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Chairman of Publicly Traded Health Care Company Convicted of Insider Trading

Securities Docket

A federal jury in Los Angeles convicted the former CEO, executive chairman, and chairman of the board of directors of Ontrak Inc., a publicly traded health care company, for engaging in an insider trading scheme using Rule 10b5?1 trading plans. “When Terren Peizer learned significant negative news about Ontrak, he set up Rule 10b5-1 trading plans to sell shares before the news became public and to conceal that he was trading on inside information,” said Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney Genera

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Bird & Bird kicks off Leya POC after firmwide upskilling programme

Legal IT Insider

Bird & Bird has launched a proof of concept across multiple offices with Leya, a Swedish AI legal tech startup that has found success in Europe and recently officially entered […] The post Bird & Bird kicks off Leya POC after firmwide upskilling programme appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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SEC Charges Silvergate Capital, Former CEO for Misleading Investors about Compliance Program

Securities Docket

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged Silvergate Capital Corporation, its former CEO Alan Lane, and former Chief Risk Officer (CRO) Kathleen Fraher with misleading investors about the strength of the Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) compliance program and the monitoring of crypto customers, including FTX, by Silvergate’s wholly owned subsidiary, Silvergate Bank.

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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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Silvergate pays $63M to settle with SEC, Fed, California regulator

Legal Dive

The company and two of its executives settled allegations against them. Silvergate’s former CFO, however, did not, and eyes a civil trial.

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Next attack on federal agency power is already before the US Supreme Court | Reuters

Securities Docket

In a little-noticed June 14 petition to the justices, two educational groups that brought a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit against the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission asked the Supreme Court to take up the question of whether precedent dating back to 1935 shields commissioners heading modern-day federal agencies from being fired at the whim of the U.S. president.

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Cyber insurance prices fall amid rising competition: report

Legal Dive

The pricing relief comes even as cyberattacks are escalating and businesses are paying more to recover from them.

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Syncly joins forces with Thomson Reuters in partnership to watch

Legal IT Insider

Data integration platform Syncly has entered a partnership with Thomson Reuters, paving the way for Syncly to help firms integrate HighQ with their document management system and the Microsoft 365 stack. […] The post Syncly joins forces with Thomson Reuters in partnership to watch appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Hindenburg Made Just $4 Million From $153 Billion Adani Rout – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

It was one of the most impactful short-seller reports ever: Hindenburg Research’s 2023 broadside against the Adani Group erased as much as $153 billion of market value. But it turns out the US short-seller’s gains from the saga were tiny by comparison — just over $4 million.

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SCOTUS 'Places a Tombstone' on Chevron

Practice of Law

At the beginning of the year, after the U.S. Supreme Court decided to take up a case about fishing, many legal minds were concerned that a seemingly ordinary case could actually have pretty significant effects downstream. We wrote a blog describing why many predicted that the eventual ruling in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo could be the nail in the coffin for the longstanding but hotly-contested Chevron doctrine.

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Learn from Joe Biden’s Debate Destruction: 5 Nonverbal Don’ts

Your Trial Message

By Dr. Ken Broda-Bahm: At last week’s Presidential debate, incumbent Joe Biden performed about as poorly as the worst predictions. In the panicked aftermath, calls have mounted for the 81-year-old President to gracefully exit his party’s nomination stage in order to allow fresher leaders to take his place.

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Donald Trump, crypto take aim at SEC as Biden allies raise alarms

Securities Docket

In recent weeks, crypto investors have raised several names of potential nominees for SEC commissioner, in the event that Trump is elected to a second term, according to three people who have knowledge of the conversations. These names include two former chairs of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission during the Trump administration: J. Christopher Giancarlo and Heath Tarbert.

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Civil Rights Law Superstar Robbie Kaplan Leaves Her Own Firm After Allegations of Workplace Mistreatment

Practice of Law

The highly accomplished attorney Roberta “Robbie” Kaplan is leaving the firm she started in the wake of the #MeToo movement. She’s a highly respected attorney known for her significant contributions to civil rights law, particularly in the realm of women’s and LGBTQ+ rights. Her career is marked by a series of landmark cases and notable achievements, and she’s been known to stand up to bullies.