Law Sites
JULY 24, 2024
In reporting yesterday on the record-setting $900 million investment in law practice management company Clio, I included a list of the 10 largest previous investments in legal tech. It did not take long for me to learn that the list was incomplete. So I set about trying to come up with a more accurate list.
Attorney at Work
JULY 23, 2024
Fear of Zoom can leave you frozen like your Wi-Fi dropped out. But you can conquer Zoom anxiety with these five tips. The post Will Your Paralyzing Fear of Zoom Ruin Your Life? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Insurance Journal
JULY 21, 2024
Reinsurance in Florida’s long-stressed property insurance market was supposed to have stabilized this year – with moderate rate increases and more availability.
Legal Dive
JULY 25, 2024
The grocers have agreed not to close their deal until after the state court rules on a lawsuit brought by Colorado’s attorney general aiming to stop their combination.
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Law Sites
JULY 23, 2024
The law practice management company Clio today announced a record-setting raise of $900 million, at a valuation of a whopping $3 billion, in an oversubscribed Series F investment round that the company says will accelerate its ability to continue to build and develop its multi-product platform and expand its market both to larger firms and […]
Attorney at Work
JULY 26, 2024
Jamie Spannhake | Integrate Zen into your daily routine to enhance your sense of calm and contentedness. The post 5 Ways to Make the Practice of Law More Zen appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Complex Discovery
JULY 20, 2024
Editor’s Note: As the Russo-Ukrainian conflict persists into its third year, the complexities of modern warfare extend beyond the battlefield, encompassing significant geopolitical, humanitarian, and digital dimensions. This article, “The Russo-Ukrainian War: Current Geopolitical Shifts and Digital Challenges,” provides a concise analysis of the evolving situation, highlighting the intricate interplay between military maneuvers, diplomatic efforts, and the critical roles of cyb
Law Sites
JULY 24, 2024
You have been hearing about it in the news, now see how it works. Last month, Henchman, a generative AI-driven platform that promises to deliver “the fastest contract drafting experience ever made,” announced that it was to be acquired by LexisNexis Legal & Professional. Just this week, LexisNexis said it had closed the deal.
Attorney at Work
JULY 25, 2024
Some of the best personal productivity apps to help lawyers get things done. The post Top Personal Productivity Apps for Busy Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 23, 2024
Britain’s Environment Agency on Tuesday lambasted the country’s water companies for spewing sewage into rivers and seas, saying the majority of them were failing to get the basics right, as it outlined plans for a tougher regulatory approach.
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The Marshall Project
JULY 25, 2024
There are more than 100 response teams nationwide, but experts say more research on their impact is needed.
Law Sites
JULY 23, 2024
As the law practice management company Clio today announced a record $900 million funding round, the largest ever for a cloud legal technology company, at a whopping $3 billion valuation, Clio’s founder and CEO Jack Newton joins LawNext for an exclusive podcast interview.
Attorney at Work
JULY 24, 2024
By clearly communicating expectations, you reduce ambiguity, enhance accountability, promote engagement and improve collaboration The post Setting Expectations With Multigenerational Teams and Clients appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 23, 2024
Hackers have leaked internal documents stolen from Leidos Holdings Inc., one of the largest IT services providers to the US government, according to a person familiar with the matter.
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IP Watchdog
JULY 24, 2024
The Special Committee of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) that has been investigating Judge Pauline Newman’s alleged misconduct for the past year today renewed its recommendation to sanction Newman in the form of a suspension from hearing cases at the panel or en banc level for an additional year. The Committee consists of CAFC Chief Judge Moore and Judges Prost and Taranto.
Complex Discovery
JULY 22, 2024
Editor’s Note: This article discusses the first annual review of the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF), which serves as a crucial mechanism for enabling safe and efficient data transfers between the European Union and the United States. Implemented on July 10, 2023, the DPF arose from previous agreements that failed to meet legal scrutiny. The framework represents a significant step in bolstering privacy protections while acknowledging the interdependence of transatlantic trade and inve
Attorney at Work
JULY 26, 2024
For three years running, Linn Freedman of Robinson+Cole has been the most well-read author writing about data privacy and cybersecurity on JD Supra. The post Becoming a Top Legal Blogger appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 21, 2024
Insurers could face a raft of business interruption claims after a worldwide tech outage crippled industries from travel to finance on Friday, insurance industry experts said.
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Joseph, Hollander & Craft
JULY 23, 2024
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – Joseph, Hollander & Craft (JHC) is proud to announce that Overland Park criminal defense attorney Dionne Scherff recently received the 2024 Clarence Darrow Award from the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (KACDL). Founded in 1988, KACDL is a non-profit organization of criminal defense lawyers and related professionals in Kansas.
Complex Discovery
JULY 25, 2024
Editor’s Note: In the dynamic landscape of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), staying abreast of Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act transactions and economic trends is essential for eDiscovery professionals. In this concise analysis, we highlight the latest HSR transaction data for June 2024 and recent economic updates from the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).
Attorney at Work
JULY 26, 2024
Rocket Matter Product Spotlight | Rocket Matter NextGen. Built to make a law firm’s day-to-day a whole lot easier, no matter the size of your law firm. The post The Best Way for Growing Law Firms to Expand Their Practice appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 26, 2024
California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said on Friday that he and the California Fair Plan have agreed to establishing a new high value commercial coverage option with limits up to $20 million per building and other steps that he said …
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IP Watchdog
JULY 23, 2024
The House Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet today held a hearing, titled “IP Litigation and the U.S. International Trade Commission” (ITC), featuring four witnesses, most of whom were advocating for reforms to the current ITC process that many would characterize as anti-patent. Subcommittee Chair Darrell Issa (R-CA) explained that “recently there has been a growing chorus of voices suggesting the ITC is being misused for purposes other than its
Complex Discovery
JULY 26, 2024
Editor’s Note: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into business operations is transforming industries and driving innovation. However, this rapid advancement necessitates a robust regulatory framework to ensure ethical and responsible AI use. This article provides a concise analysis of the evolving regulatory landscape in the European Union (EU) and the United States (US), focusing on the EU’s landmark Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act) and emerging state-specific legi
Practice Panther
JULY 24, 2024
When setting a contingency fee, you’ll want to consider several factors to ensure it’s fair to both you and your client. Typically, contingency fees range from 25% to 40% of the total recovery amount. The standard often hovers around 33.3% , particularly for personal injury cases. However, the specifics can vary depending on the complexity of the case, the risk involved, and the jurisdiction.
Insurance Journal
JULY 23, 2024
The highest court in Massachusetts has ruled that rainwater accumulation on roofs of buildings does not constitute “surface waters” within the meaning of “flood” in property insurance policies.
IP Watchdog
JULY 21, 2024
With exquisitely bad timing, the National Institutes of Heath (NIH) floated a new policy governing licensing inventions made by its scientists subtitled “Promoting Equity in Access Planning.”. With stakeholders still stunned by the Administration’s attempt to misuse the Bayh-Dole Act to impose Washington price controls on products based on federally funded inventions, the new plan could hardly have been floated at a worse time.
Complex Discovery
JULY 24, 2024
Editor’s Note: In an era where data is the new oil, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a significant step to address the potentially exploitative practice known as “surveillance pricing.” By investigating how eight major firms utilize consumer data to set individualized prices, the FTC aims to shed light on the intricate and often opaque mechanisms behind dynamic pricing strategies.
MyCase
JULY 22, 2024
Law firm productivity relates to a firm’s overall efficiency, a key factor in profitability. A productive law firm uses minimal resources to complete essential tasks accurately. Essential tasks include case-related actions and required administrative duties, such as billing. Productivity optimization can improve law firm profitability, client satisfaction, and workplace morale.
Insurance Journal
JULY 23, 2024
A growing homeowners insurance crisis for Californians is straining brokers who must work harder to get increasingly expensive and more frequently unavailable coverage for their clients, a crisis many of them blame on regulations and wildfires.
IP Watchdog
JULY 22, 2024
Today, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) issued a precedential decision in ZyXEL Communications Corp. v. UNM Rainforest Innovations affirming obviousness findings entered by the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) over UNM Rainforest Innovations’ (UNMRI) arguments that ZyXEL’s expert witness misrepresented his contributions to an expert report relied upon by the Board.
Complex Discovery
JULY 20, 2024
Editor’s Note: In an unprecedented event, a recent update from CrowdStrike has led to a significant global IT outage, impacting industries across the board—from airlines and banks to healthcare providers and broadcasters. This article delves into the far-reaching consequences of the incident, shedding light on how a single software update could disrupt operations worldwide.
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