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What Is OpenAI’s Powerful New Deep Research Tool Capable Of? I Use It to Analyze the Legality of President Trump’s Pause of Federal Grants

Law Sites

Over the weekend, OpenAI released Deep Research, an AI agent capable of completing multi-step research tasks and synthesizing large amounts of online information.

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Email Delegation for Lawyers: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Time

Attorney at Work

Process Improvement Tips | Heres a step-by-step process for effectively delegating your email inbox. The post Email Delegation for Lawyers: 7 Steps to Reclaim Your Time appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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What Happens When a Discovery Order is Violated?

E-Discovery LLC

N. Kelly Hoang Law Firm sued Minh Quant Hoang for $568,000 for allegedly unpaid legal services over roughly five years. N. Kelly Hoang Law Firm v. Hoang , 2023 WL 3150110 (C.D. Cal. Apr. 14, 2023). I. THE DISCOVERY VIOLATION AND COURT ORDER Minh propounded discovery on Kelly. After Kelly failed to respond, Minh moved to compel. The court ordered Kelly to respond.

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Introducing the faster, simpler Lawmatics UI

Lawmatics

Big changes are here, and we couldnt be more excited to share them with you! We decided there was no better way to start the year than by giving Lawmatics a refresh one designed to make your experience smoother and more straightforward. This isnt just a facelift; we made these updates based on extensive research into how our users access different features throughout their day.

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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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A Compendium of Legal Ethics Opinions on Gen AI (As Compiled by – You Guessed It – Gen AI)

Law Sites

This week, I have been experimenting with Deep Research, the AI agent OpenAI released on Sunday that it says is capable of completing multi-step research tasks and synthesizing large amounts of online information.

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Whereas, I Keep Telling Lawyers to Stop Writing Like This

Attorney at Work

Teddy Snyder | You're not writing in the 14th century, so stop trying to sound like a scrivener from 700 years ago. The post Whereas, I Keep Telling Lawyers to Stop Writing Like This appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Reject the Biden Administration’s Eleventh-Hour Patent Power Grab

IP Watchdog

On its way out the door, the Biden administration took a parting shot at America's most innovative companies in a self-described bid to expand equitable patient access to products that emerge from NIH-owned patents.

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In Its Latest Acquisition, Litera Picks Up Peppermint, Provider of Legal SaaS Solutions for Large Law Firms

Law Sites

Litera, fresh off its November acquisition of UK-based document automation company Office & Dragons, said today that it has acquired another UK-based company, Peppermint Technology, a provider of modular, cloud-based technology for law firms, built on and closely integrated with Microsoft cloud technology.

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What the 2025 ACC Chief Legal Officer Survey Tells Us About Retaining and Winning More Business

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | Here are three steps lawyers and law firms can focus on to better align with CLOs' priorities. The post What the 2025 ACC Chief Legal Officer Survey Tells Us About Retaining and Winning More Business appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Texas Stock Exchange Raises $161 Million, Sees 2026 Trading Start

Insurance Journal

TXSE Group Inc., parent company of the proposed Texas Stock Exchange, closed its initial fundraising round at $161 million and said the TXSE has filed for registration as a bourse with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

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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 risks before they become problems.

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How the U.S. Turned Away From the Death Penalty and Toward ‘Death by Incarceration’

The Marshall Project

The number of people imprisoned for life continues to climb, even as the overall prison population declines.

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Nine Years After Its Automated Timekeeping Platform Won the First Startup Alley, Laurel Offers Startups A Vision Of What Is Possible

Law Sites

Voting ends this Friday to pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete in the ninth annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW in April.

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JHC Welcomes Family Law Attorney Courtland Triplett to the Firm

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

NEWS RELEASE For immediate release February 07, 2025 TOPEKA, Kan. Joseph, Hollander & Craft (JHC) is pleased to announce the addition of Courtland Triplett to its family law group, strengthening the firms capacity to serve clients. Courtland attended the University of Kansas , where he earned his Bachelor of General Studies in 2020. He then attended George Washington University School of Law , where he earned his Juris Doctorate in 2023.

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Allstate Q4 Income Up 30% Despite High Hurricane-Related Losses

Insurance Journal

Allstate Corp. fourth quarter net income applicable to common shareholders increased 30% to about $1.9 billion, and the insurer finished 2024 with net income of $4.6 billion compared to a loss of $316 million the prior year.

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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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Firing of EEOC commissioners may test 90-year-old SCOTUS ruling on presidential powers

Legal Dive

Legal experts predict litigation may lead to the overturning of a 1935 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that protects members of independent government boards from being removed by the president at will.

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Australian Legal Tech Platform Lawpath Secures $10M Investment As Use of Its Legal AI Expands

Law Sites

Australian legal technology company Lawpath has secured a $10 million strategic investment from Westpac, Australia’s oldest bank, while simultaneously announcing the achievement of 500,000 customers and significant advances in its artificial intelligence capabilities. Lawpath is a company in the vein of LegalZoom, providing legal, accounting and business support for startups and small-to-medium businesses across Australia.

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A SIMPLE SUMMARY OF TRIAL CONCEPTS

Plaintiff Trial Lawyer Tips

I was asked my ideas about trial advocacy. How did I view and approach trials was the question. Here was my very simple response to what is admittedly a complex question. Trial Approach. I have for many years stressed to trial lawyers the most important thing they must understand to be great advocates is: A trial is a battle of impression and not logic.

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City of London Hit Harder Than Rest of Economy Since Brexit Vote

Insurance Journal

The City of London, once considered the crown jewel of Britain’s dominant services sector, has performed even worse than the rest of the economy in the years following the Brexit referendum. Financial and insurance output has grown just 2.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein

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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More Ways for the New Acting Director to Fix the USPTO Fast

IP Watchdog

I liked reading the always-excellent Rob Greenspoon's post about five (almost) instant fixes to the patent system. The next U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director would do well to read that post. Intellectual property rights are greatly important to Americas economy, and an efficient and well-functioning USPTO is critical to ensuring that such rights are protected.

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Legal and Justice Tech Innovator Maya Markovich Joins AAA As VP to Lead Thought Leadership and Research

Law Sites

Maya Markovich, a leading figure in legal and justice technology known for her work in advancing accessible, equitable and innovative legal solutions, has joined the American Arbitration Association and its international division, the International Centre for Dispute Resolution, as vice president of the AAA-ICDR Institute, the organization’s thought leadership and research arm.

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‘Friendly Signs’ Documentary Follows One Man’s Quest to Create Community for Deaf Prisoners

The Marshall Project

Director Rahsaan New York Thomas explores the impact of Tommy Wickerds sign language class at San Quentin and the challenges of prison filmmaking.

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Russia Faces Impending Oil Tanker Crisis as Sanctions Pile Up: Bloomberg Oil Strategist

Insurance Journal

Russia appears to be on the cusp of a debilitating oil-freight transportation problem because of US sanctions, writes Bloomberg oil strategist Julian Lee. On Jan. 10, the US Treasury sanctioned 161 oil tankers for their role in moving Russian oil.

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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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Is Weyland-Yutani Liable for Injuries to Trespassers Who Boarded Their Station?

The Legal Geeks

Disclaimer: This article is for entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Should you maintain property containing facehuggers, the only legal advice I can ethically give is to hire a lawyer. Warning, contains Spoilers from Alien: Romulus and Aliens Fans of the Alien series are likely familiar with the Weyland-Yutani corporation.

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How It Works: Testing NeosAI’s newest updates on our own documents, and exploring AI Chat

Law Sites

Assembly Software recently announced enhancements and additions to NeosAI, a set of generative AI-powered features integrated directly into their Neos case management platform.

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Under Pressure, Cuyahoga County Releases Video of Teen’s Shooting by Deputy

The Marshall Project

After four months, the county provided body cam footage, and is weighing policy changes amid a Marshall Project and News 5 Cleveland investigation.

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Hub Acquires Indiana’s The Rocchio Agency

Insurance Journal

Hub announced that it has acquired the assets of John L. Kiley Agency, Inc. dba DAR The Rocchio Agency (The Rocchio Agency). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

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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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Shielding your organization from AI-related liability

Legal Dive

There are some basic building blocks to ensure your insurance strategy is adequate.

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After Rebranding from ZERO, HerculesAI Unveils An AI-Driven Billing Compliance Tool with An ROI Guarantee

Law Sites

Last year was a big one for the company formerly known as ZERO.

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Why This Physician Testifies in Favor of the Firing Squad

The Marshall Project

James Williams is an ER doctor, a hunter, a gunshot victim and the go-to expert for death row prisoners seeking an alternative to lethal injection.

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State Farm Seeking Interim 22% Rate Hike for Homeowners in Wake of LA Wildfires

Insurance Journal

State Farm General said on Monday it is asking the California Department of Insurance to immediately approve interim rate increases, including 22% average for homeowners.

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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.