Attorney at Work

APRIL 2, 2023

Megan Zavieh | These creative cleanups can add polish to your practice and help you turn a tidy profit, too. The post Solo-Style Spring Cleaning Tips appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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Simple Legal

APRIL 5, 2023

Even with more in-house legal departments investing in legal software , many corporate teams are still stuck using outdated, clunky legacy systems. Why? Because they can’t get general counsel approval to bring on a new platform. It’s a GC’s job to manage risk—and making a big change with brand-new technology can definitely feel risky. There’s a lot to consider, from the financial cost to the resources needed for implementation and training.

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Lawmatics

APRIL 5, 2023

Successful marketing enables an organization to connect with its target audience in the right place at the right time. Research indicates that the average U.S. consumer spends over seven hours each day looking at a screen, which makes the internet the best place to meet them. Businesses worldwide are taking advantage of this reality by employing effective digital marketing strategies.

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The TechnoCat eDiscovery Blog

APRIL 4, 2023

Yes, you heard that right - there are sins in the world of electronic discovery, and we're here to guide you through the minefield of potential pitfalls and help you avoid committing the cardinal sins of digital forensic.

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Advertiser: Trellis

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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Attorney at Work

APRIL 5, 2023

Brooke Lively | When your firm isn’t growing fast enough, focus first on these five areas. The post Law Firm Profits: 5 Ways You May Be Sabotaging Your Firm’s Growth appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2023

On Wednesday, April 4, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) denied VLSI’s motion to terminate Intel’s involvement in an inter partes review (IPR) of VLSI’s U.S. Patent No. 7,725,759. In addition to Intel, OpenSky is also a petitioner in the IPR, which pertains to claims 1, 14, 17, 18, 21, 22, and 24 of the ‘759 patent. VLSI argued that a previous March 2021 district court ruling that found Intel had not proven invalidity of claims 14, 17, 18, and 24 of the patent precluded the tech firm from

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My Shingle

APRIL 3, 2023

In October 2022, I wrote about the rise of nano-influencers and how lawyers might use them to market their law firms. Turns out, I was ahead of the curve. As Forbes reports, influencer marketing is becoming more important than ever to boosting SEO. The Forbes article recommends: Ask the influencers you work with to link… The post Starting a Law Firm: Is Influencer Marketing for You?

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 6, 2023

Gray Robinson | This ancient Hawaiian practice helps manage stress — and is a legitimate alternative form of conflict resolution. The post Ho’oponopono: An Ancient Alternative for Personal and Legal Conflict Resolution appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 5, 2023

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) in a precedential opinion today affirmed a district court’s judgment that AT&T Mobility LLC did not infringe an inventor’s wireless communications technology patent but held that AT&T had forfeited its chance to prove the patent is invalid on appeal. Joe Salazar’s U.S. Patent No. 5,802,467 is titled, “Wireless and Wired Communications, Command, Control and Sensing System for Sound And/or Data Transmission and Reception.

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CaseFox

APRIL 7, 2023

In-house legal teams’ traditional job has been to manage risk and provide legal advice to their organizations. In-house legal departments are expected to do much more than just manage risk in the business climate of today, though. Businesses are turning more and more to their legal departments to help increase sales and boost productivity. In this blog post, we’ll look at methods for turning your legal department into a source of income with an emphasis on management and leadership s

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My Shingle

APRIL 4, 2023

Starting a law firm that operates in multiple jurisdictions can be lucrative, but also confusing with multiple, competing ethics rules. In March 2023, the ABA issued Formal Opinion 540 to provide guidance to lawyers who practice in. more than one jurisdiction. Model Rule 8.5 Offers Guidance for Lawyers Running a Firm in Multiple Jurisdictions Formal… The post <strong>ABA Ethics Rules on Choice of Law in Multi-Jurisdiction Practice</strong> appeared first on My Shingle.

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 7, 2023

Chris DeMatteo | Good phone call protocol keeps prospects from calling the next firm — especially if you stick to the script! The post Five Ways to Dial Up Your Phone Game appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 3, 2023

On March 31, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a precedential decision in Philip Morris Products S.A. v. International Trade Commission affirming a Section 337 ruling by the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) that blocked the importation and sale of electronic vape tobacco products infringing patents owned by R.J. Reynolds Vapor Company.

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CaseFox

APRIL 5, 2023

Clear communication is a critical aspect of any business and it is especially important in the legal industry. As a lawyer or law firm, it is essential to keep your clients informed about their case status, billing information, and upcoming deadlines. However, keeping track of all these details manually can be a time-consuming and challenging task. That’s where legal billing software with automated reminders comes in.

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InHouseBlog

APRIL 1, 2023

Whether it is due to the pandemic, advances in legal tech or the rapid development of practical AI tools to speed legal processes, one thing is clear – headcount in legal departments is going to be affected. And for in-house generalists, the writing on the wall is not particularly rosy, according to an updated report from Gartner. In many sectors, the “jack of all trades, master of none” often is seen as a value-add, as the individual can fill multiple needs and perform in dive

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Attorney at Work

APRIL 4, 2023

Get to the Point! | Including a pronoun preference in an email signature is now widely accepted in big business. Good reasons to add your pronoun preference. The post Should You Use Personal Pronouns in Email Signatures? appeared first on Attorney at Work.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 6, 2023

On Wednesday, April 5, the United States Solicitor General (SG) recommended that the U.S. Supreme Court grant certiorari in two patent eligibility cases in order to “clarify the proper reach and application of the abstract-idea exception to patent eligibility under Section 101.” The SG filed the same brief in each of the two cases, Interactive Wearables, LLC v.

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CaseFox

APRIL 4, 2023

The global legal billing software market size was valued at $1.23 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach $2.79 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 10.6% from 2021 to 2028. As a legal professional, managing your billing process can be a daunting task, and without a proper law firm billing software, it can take up a significant amount of your time and effort.

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Optima Juris

APRIL 5, 2023

This welcoming island is a perfect destination for a U.S. deposition. There are no restrictions as long as your witness is willing to appear. Here’s a quick overview of everything you need to know before planning your deposition or arbitration in Ireland. Deposition Restrictions. The good news — taking U.S. depositions in Ireland is permissible.

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Sound Jury Blog

APRIL 4, 2023

An attorney once described emails as “the cockroaches of litigation” – they are pervasive, lurking in the dark to show their faces when you least expect it. And they refuse to die. They come out at the most inopportune times and leave a terrible impression on your jury. So, what do you do if you find yourself facing a few bad emails (and hopefully not much more)?

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 2, 2023

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on Friday issued a precedential decision holding that the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) correctly found Roku, Inc. had failed to prove the challenged claims of Universal Electronics, Inc.’s patent obvious. Judge Stoll authored the majority opinion and Judge Newman dissented, citing both procedural and substantive problems with the majority’s analysis.

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CaseFox

APRIL 2, 2023

As a law firm, it’s crucial to have a robust accounting system in place. Proper law firm accounting methods not only ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements but also provides insights into the financial health of the firm. In this blog post, we’ll explore various aspects of legal accounting that law firms need to consider.

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Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

APRIL 4, 2023

Contracts form the backbone of many professional and personal relationships, and business owners might not always know how to handle them. Navigating the complexities of contracts can be challenging, but understanding when to pursue a breach of contract claim is crucial to protecting your interests. Understanding the severity of the breach A contract breach occurs when one party fails to fulfill its obligations as outlined in the agreement.

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MyCase

APRIL 3, 2023

Managing a law firm requires overseeing several moving pieces—with everything from keeping on top of casework, to keeping clients informed, to managing your firm, and all that happens in between—it can be a lot. Fortunately, there are tools that can do much of the heavy lifting for you. Let’s talk task management solutions. MyCase is continuously striving to offer best-in-class technology to our users.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 6, 2023

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on Thursday issued a precedential decision holding that SAS Institute , Inc. failed to establish copyrightability of its asserted software program elements. Judge Newman dissented, arguing the ruling “contravenes the Copyright Act and departs from the long-established precedent and practice of copyrightability of computer programs” and that it represents a “far-reaching change.

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Hanzo Blog

APRIL 4, 2023

Last month, I reported on five new privacy laws going into effect in 2023. Well, now we can add one more to the list of US state privacy laws on the books.

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Newport Beach California Business Litigation Law B

APRIL 3, 2023

Accountant negligence is a substantial liability for companies. Recognizing the signs of accounting malpractice could save your business from costly damages and debilitating litigation. Accounting malpractice defined Actionable accounting malpractice occurs when an accountant or department breaches the duty of care owed to a client while providing accounting services.

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Legally Speaking

APRIL 2, 2023

London International Disputes Week brings together dispute resolution specialists from around the world to explore and debate the future of dispute resolution and London’s role in it. The fourth annual London International Disputes Week will take place over five days and will focus on how disputes professionals are adjusting to a changing environment through a series of keynote lectures, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 4, 2023

The owner of the trademark for APPLE JAZZ has won his appeal from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB), which dismissed his opposition to Apple, Inc.’s application to register the mark APPLE MUSIC. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) said the TTAB legally erred in allowing Apple to claim absolute priority for all of the services listed in its application based on a showing of priority for one service.

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3 Geeks and a Law Blog

APRIL 7, 2023

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating story of ⁠ Kristina Kashtanova ⁠ , author of “ ⁠ Zarya of the Dawn ⁠ ,” a comic book that she illustrated using AI-generated images. Kristina shares her personal struggles during the pandemic, including losing loved ones, being unemployed, and undergoing dental surgery. She talks about how she discovered the power of AI-generated images through OpenAI DALL-E and how it helped her overcome her pain and isolation.

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Evidence at Trial

APRIL 7, 2023

A few months ago, the Los Angeles Times ran a story about a lawsuit recently filed against Steven Tyler. The plaintiff alleges she met the Aerosmith frontman backstage in 1973, and she chronicles their relationship that evening and thereafter. According to the plaintiff, Tyler talked her into joining him on the road (after she finished her sophomore year in high school) and "persuaded [her] into believing this was a 'romantic love affair.

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The Cloud Court Blog

APRIL 5, 2023

If you follow Cloud Court, you know we’ve written many times about Testimony Intelligence , our TI solution – Gibson – and how it delivers extraordinary advantages in large volume litigation. Today, I want to take a beat and illustrate how Gibson picks up where traditional eDiscovery tools leave off. eDiscovery tools are indispensable in document-dense litigation matters.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 5, 2023

On March 30, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Kathi Vidal issued a decision on sua sponte Director review that vacated a decision of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB), which had previously denied institution of inter partes review (IPR) proceedings brought by semiconductor company Wolfspeed. In her latest in a series of sua sponte decisions, Director Vidal ruled that the PTAB erred in determining that prior art asserted by Wolfspeed was essentially the same as other prior

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Lawmatics

APRIL 6, 2023

On average, lawyers perform just two-and-a-half hours of billable work in an average eight-hour workday. Although most attorneys put in significantly more than 40 hours during the typical work week, unfortunately only a fraction of these hours are billable and generate revenue. Many lawyers waste time performing non-billable administrative, financial, or marketing tasks instead of working on their cases.

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2023

This week in Other Barks & Bites, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) rules against Apple in a trademark dispute; Arbutus and Genevant Sciences file a patent infringement lawsuit against Pfizer related to the COVID-19 vaccine; and Sweetgreen promptly changes the name of a menu item after Chipotle files a trademark lawsuit against the salad chain.

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