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Introducing MMS Messaging: Collect Client Images Faster and Easier

Lawmatics

When a client needs to send over a copy of their ID or an accident photo, theyre not looking for a complicated process. They dont want to log into a portal, track down your email address, or dust off the household scanner. They want to do what they already do dozens of times a day: take a picture on their phone and hit send. Now, they can directly to your firms text thread.

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Revolutionary AI-Powered Legal Dispute Resolution Solution Bot MediationTM Selected to Present at ABA Tech 2025’s Pitch Competition

Law Sites

Revolutionary AI-Powered Legal Dispute Resolution Solution Bot MediationTM Selected to Present at ABA Tech 2025s Pitch Competition Legal tech startup introduces first-of-its-kind artificial intelligence mediator, making dispute resolution more accessible, efficient, and cost-effective Costa Mesa, CA, Monday 24, 2025 — Bot Mediation announces their groundbreaking Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform is among a select group […]

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Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks to Record Winter Low as Earth Heats Up

Insurance Journal

The Arctic Ocean likely had the smallest winter ice cover in 47 years of satellite records this season, with just 5.53 million square miles of sea ice covering the region at its peak on March 22.

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With You In Every Case: DISCO Launches New Value Proposition

Law Sites

With You In Every Case: DISCO Launches New Value Proposition Focuses on ways partnership drives better outcomes on large and complex matters AUSTIN, Texas March 25, 2025 DISCO (NYSE: LAW), a creator of industry-leading litigation technology, today announced the launch of a new customer value proposition designed to emphasize the companys unique […]

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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SEC Beginning to Onboard DOGE Staff, Email Says

Insurance Journal

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is beginning to onboard officials with billionaire Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, according to an email sent on Friday to department staff.

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ABA Silver Gavel Awards Shine a Light on the Best in Legal Media

Attorney at Work

If you're looking for motivation and inspiration, check out the Silver Gavel Award books and media finalists. The post ABA Silver Gavel Awards Shine a Light on the Best in Legal Media appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Ready-to-Go AI Apps for Legal Use Cases Available Now in the New ndMAX Studio

Attorney at Work

Product Spotlight | NetDocuments. Discover ready-to-use Legal AI Apps in ndMAX Studio. Automate tasks & boost efficiency with AI, tailored for legal use cases. The post Ready-to-Go AI Apps for Legal Use Cases Available Now in the New ndMAX Studio appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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MS&AD Insurance Group Announces Merger of 2 Non-Life Subsidiaries

Insurance Journal

MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc. announced it will merge two of its non-life insurance company subsidiaries Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. Ltd. and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Co. Ltd.

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Anatomy of a Prison Death

The Marshall Project

Its stressful when anyone dies on your wing, especially when no one ever tells you what happened.

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State Farm Has Paid out $2.5 Billion for LA Wildfires

Insurance Journal

State Farm has reported paying out $2.5 billion for the Los Angeles wildfires in January, more than double what the carrier reported paying out weeks earlier.

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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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DAMAGES FOR PAIN, SUFFERING AND LOSS OF AMENITY: RECENT CASES AND LESSONS TO LEARN FROM THEM: WEBINAR 8th APRIL 2025

Civil Litigation Brief

Awards for pain and suffering are made in every personal injury case. However the law and principles relating to these awards are rarely considered by practitioners.

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South Korea Contains Main Blazes in Week-Old Forest Fires

Insurance Journal

South Korean authorities have contained the main blazes in the country’s largest forest fire on record, a minister said on Friday, as rain and better weather allowed more helicopters to fly and dump water, dousing the flames.

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Five Great Reads on Cyber, Data, and Legal Discovery for March 2025

Complex Discovery

Editors Note: March 2025 brings new urgency and opportunity to professionals operating at the fast-evolving nexus of law, technology, and data security. As highlighted in this months ComplexDiscovery O 5 Great Reads newsletter , disruption is not just a backdropits the driver of transformation. From record-breaking law firm profits amid technological upheaval to the strategic implications of cybersecurity breaches, the articles in this edition underscore the urgent need for adaptability, innovat

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Myanmar Junta Asks for Aid as Death Toll From Massive Quake Nears 150

Insurance Journal

Myanmar’s military leader requested international aid on Friday to help deal with the aftermath of a massive earthquake that they said has left at least 144 people dead. The quake on Friday measured 7.

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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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Finra, SEC Face New Attack on Enforcement Power Under Jarkesy

Securities Docket

The SEC and a private financial industry regulator both lacked the authority to impose sanctions in a case seeking civil penalties, a targeted financial consultant told the Sixth Circuit. The appeals court should set aside a Securities and Exchange Commission order sustaining the Financial Industry Regulatory Authoritys decision to impose a securities industry ban and $130,000 in restitution, consulting firm owner Eric Smith said Wednesday.

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Weather Service Merges Units as Staffing Pressure Rises

Insurance Journal

The US National Weather Service will merge two of its largest forecasting units as it prepares for the loss of as many as 1,000 staffers.

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What is the Purpose of the SEC? – SEC ACTIONS

Securities Docket

Yesterday the Commission stipulated to the dismissal of the Kraken case with no explanation. The initial complaint was a virtual litany of violations of the federal securities laws… The complaint goes on for about 90 pages detailing the wrongful conduct Defendants were alleged to have engaged in that harmed market and investors. None of the issues cited in the initial complaint are addressed in the stipulation dismissing the Kraken action published yesterday by the agency.

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Rate Reductions Begin to Fade for D&O Buyers: Lockton

Insurance Journal

Broker Lockton early this week issued its outlook of the mostly buyer-friendly U.S. property/casualty market with eye on potential changes in directors and officers liability.

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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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Former NFL Head Coach Asks Second Circuit To Move Discrimination Suit to Federal Court

Practice of Law

Most people filing a discrimination lawsuit against their employer probably wouldn't want the CEO as the arbitrator of the case. Former National Football League (NFL) head coach Brian Flores is definitely in that camp as he appeals a decision to the Second Circuit, seeking to have his case heard in federal court instead of by the league's commissioner.

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Study: Economic Uncertainty Diverting Executive Attention From Sustainability

Insurance Journal

It’s the economy stupid, and it seems that a lot of executives are using their brain power on their current worries rather than on the climate concerns of tomorrowdespite those concerns materializing in the here and now.

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Legally On the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai – Sabrine Makkes – E12

Legally Speaking

In this episode of Legally on the Move: Careers, Tech & Insights from Dubai, we speak to Sabrine Makkes, Founder of Women in Mentoring, a community she initiated to support female law and compliance students.

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Nevada Man Charged in Connection with Violent Tesla Arson in Las Vegas

Insurance Journal

A Las Vegas resident appeared in U.S. District Court in Las Vegas, Nevada, to face federal charges related to an arson at a Tesla collision business.

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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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ICO fines Advanced £3m following 2022 ransomware attack – Comment

Legal IT Insider

The Information Commissioner’s Office this week fined Advanced 3.07m for security failings following a ransomware attack in 2022. While this fine focuses on the impact to 79,404 Advanced healthcare customers, […] The post ICO fines Advanced 3m following 2022 ransomware attack – Comment appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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Concerns Raised Over Contamination of Farm Fields with PFAS-laden Biosolids

Insurance Journal

What goes down your toilet can end up on farm fields across the United States. Biosolids, or sewage sludge, are the solid byproducts of the wastewater treatment process.

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Spencer Fane Welcomes Distinguished Securities Litigator in Denver – Spencer Fane

Securities Docket

Spencer Fane LLP is pleased to announce Michael MacPhail joined the firms Denver office as a partner in the Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice group. Mike is a securities industry defense lawyer who represents investment advisors, broker-dealers, publicly traded corporations, transfer agents, accounting firms, law firms, and licensed individuals in a wide variety of high-stakes civil and criminal investigations, enforcement actions, and private litigation.

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Texas Investigating Medicaid Insurer Accused of Spying on Citizens

Insurance Journal

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced Thursday that he has launched an investigation into one of the state’s Medicaid insurance providers after allegations that the company illegally spied on Texans.

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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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SCOTUS Upholds Ghost Gun Regulations

Practice of Law

In 2022, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) claimed The Gun Control Act of 1968 permitted it to regulate so-called " ghost guns." Ghost guns are untraceable firearms often created using kits or 3D printers that do not have a serial number attached to them. ATF claims that these guns have soared in popularity in recent years, particularly among people otherwise prohibited from owning a firearm.

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Consumer Watchdog Seeks to Vacate Discrimination Case it Already Won

Insurance Journal

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Chicago Archdiocese Files Lawsuit Against Alleged Abuse Grifters

Practice of Law

For years, Father Daniel McCormack preyed on boys and young men. As the pastor of St. Agatha's Parish in Chicago, his roles as a spiritual leader, teacher, and head of a youth basketball program allowed him unsupervised access to minors, which led to multiple instances of sexual assaults. He pled guilty to five counts of sexual abuse in 2007. The Chicago Archdiocese has paid over $20 million in damages to settle suits over McCormack's crimes and their decision not to remove him once allegations

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15% of WR Berkely Shares to Be Acquired by Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance

Insurance Journal

W.R. Berkely Corp. said Friday that Japanese property/casualty insurer Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. will buy a 15% stake in the company through open market purchases or private transactions with third parties. W.R.

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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.