Law Sites
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Similar to regulatory reform initiatives in Utah and Arizona, the Washington Supreme Court has entered an order approving a pilot program that will allow companies and nonprofits that are not owned by lawyers to provide legal services under carefully monitored conditions. The court’s order (Order 25700-B-721), entered Dec.
Simple Legal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Picture this: An attorney spends five hours on a flight to take an out-of-town deposition for Client A. During that time, the attorney works on IP management research to use for projects for both Client B and Client C. How many billable hours can the attorney invoice for, and which client(s) should receive the bill? This may sound like one of those word problems from your high school math class, but its actually a great example of how double billing happens all the time.
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Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Ari Kaplan interviews speaks with Laura Leopard of Leopard Solutions, a law firm data platform and a SurePoint company. The post How the Selection of Outside Counsel Is Changing appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 19, 2024
In In re Outpatient Medical Center Employee Antitrust Litigation , 2024 WL 4679083 (N.D. Ill. Nov. 5, 2024), the court explained the application of Subsections (b) and (d) of Fed.R.Evid. 502. The parties proposed a Rule 502(d) order and it was entered on an agreed motion. Id. at *1. Plaintiffs later noted the deposition of a non-party, Dr. Fanning on March 29, 2024.
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Law Sites
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Join us live today at 3 p.m. ET for Legaltech Week, where today’s agenda includes the big reveal of the legal tech word of the year, a look back at some of the year’s top trends, and our panelists’ picks of the top stories of the week in legal tech and legal innovation.
Lawmatics
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Picture this: Its late at night, and a potential client is frantically Googling best criminal defense attorney near me after an unexpected run-in with the law. Now imagine your firm isnt even on the first page of results. Thats not just a missed opportunity its a client for your competitor. The reality is that 46% of all Google searches have local intent ( Saga Pixel ).
Trial Strategy Today brings together the best content for law professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 19, 2024
In Walker v. AIU Ins. Co., 2024 WL 4607473 (D. Ariz. Oct. 29, 2024), Plaintiff Walker served a subpoena duces tecum on non-party JBHH, which had represented defendant AIU in workers compensation proceedings involving Mr. Walker. The subpoena requested a complete copy of the file in Mr. Walkers case. JBHH moved to quash the subpoena and also noted objections.
Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The Illinois Supreme Court today released a policy on the use of generative AI in the courts that authorizes its use by attorneys, judges, court staff and others, provided the use complies with legal and ethical standards. The Illinois Supreme Court AI Policy, which will take effect Jan.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 15, 2024
When analysts at AM Best reviewed outlooks for the property/casualty insurance and reinsurance sectors this week, recent good news of a change in outlook for personal linesand for the personal auto insurancewere the first highlights.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Secondary Traumatic Stress encompasses the behavioral and emotional responses to continued, indirect exposure to traumatic events. The post Bracing for Impact: The Traumatic Stress Facing Immigration Attorneys in Times of Mass Deportations appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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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.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 18, 2024
In Taylor v. Google LLC , 2024 WL 4947270 (N.D. Cal. Dec. 3, 2024), the court held that plaintiffs have not shown a specific deficiency in Googles document production or a factual basis to believe that Mr. Boyers (or anyone elses) chat messages contain relevant evidence that was not properly preserved, and thus there is no justification for an order requiring Google to run the search terms plaintiffs propose through the documents collections for all Google custodians and witnesses.
Law Sites
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Saying there is a critical need for changes to the ethics rule, the Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers has submitted a letter to the president of the American Bar Association urging significant revisions to Model Rule 5.4, the long-standing prohibition on lawyers sharing fees with non-lawyers. The Dec.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Magistrates say lawyers must understand how their AI tools work, supervise their teams, check results carefully and not fear experimenting with ways to use them.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 17, 2024
Katie Barnard | It's easy to fall prey to terms that could leave you without control over your most fundamental assets. The post Starting Your Own Law Firm in 2025? Two Costly Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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.
E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 17, 2024
In Jackson v. Tesla, Inc., 2024 WL 5011620 (N.D. Ca. Dec. 6, 2024), the court held that the work of a non-testifying consultant that was provided to a testifying expert was discoverable. The non-testifying consultant reviewed unintended acceleration complaints in a federal (NHTSA) database. The consultant used criteria supplied by plaintiffs testifying expert, Dr.
Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
nQ Zebraworks, a company whose “invoices-to-cash” solution automates the billing cycle for large and mid-sized law firms, has closed a $4.5 million funding round, bringing its total investment to $13.5 million.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Liberty Mutual Holding Co. is considering a sale of its businesses in Thailand and Vietnam as the US insurer seeks to streamline its operations, according to people familiar with the matter.
Attorney at Work
DECEMBER 16, 2024
Attorney Susan Cohodes shares wisdom from her long career in small firm practice and her transition to "less-than-full-time" practice. The post Lessons From Year One: The Less-Than-Full-Time Lawyer Life appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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E-Discovery LLC
DECEMBER 16, 2024
In Etame v. Nguh , 2024 WL 5102931 (Apl. Ct. Md. Dec. 13, 2024)(unreported), and Benton v. Hartley Hall Nursing & Rehabilitation Ctr., Inc., 2024 WL 4890854 (Apl. Ct. Md. Nov. 26, 2024)(unreported), dismissals for discovery violations were affirmed. ETAME Etame arose out of a trustees sale of real property. During a partition and sale proceeding, Ms.
Law Sites
DECEMBER 18, 2024
On todays LawNext: we hand over the podcast to NotebookLM to discuss the state of law practice management technology. If you havent heard of NotebookLM, it is a generative AI tool from Google that turns your documents into engaging audio discussions.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Tesla said on Friday it was recalling 694,304 vehicles in the United States over an issue with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS).
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 19, 2024
The pharmacy chain pressed staff to churn out prescriptions, ignoring red flags amid the US opioid epidemic, the DOJ claims. CVS decried the suit’s “false narrative.
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The Marshall Project
DECEMBER 19, 2024
A Marshall Project and News 5 investigation inspired a bipartisan bill to address the license suspension crisis affecting hundreds of thousands of Ohioans.
Lawmatics
DECEMBER 19, 2024
Why SEO matters: The mindset of todays legal consumer Imagine youre a potential client searching for a lawyer. Youve just been in a car accident, and your insurance company is dragging its feet. Whats the first thing you do? You pull out your phone and type something like, best personal injury lawyer near me. This moment when someone searches for a solution to their legal problem is what SEO is all about.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
US authorities have reached a settlement to resolve a whistleblower case alleging that a New York state health insurer systematically defrauded the federal Medicare program by exaggerating how sick members were in order to boost profits.
Civil Litigation Brief
DECEMBER 20, 2024
InAlan Prescott-Brann v Chelsea and Westminsters Hostpital NHS Foundation Trust & Anor[2024] EWHC 3314 (KB) Mr Justice Sweeting allowed and appeal and thus permitted the claimant in a clinical negligence case to rely on a new expert on key issues.
IP Watchdog
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Copyright law provided an arena for some of the most interesting legal battles in 2024. We review some highlights from 2024 below, as well as some cases to watch in 2025.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Companies whose agreements need paring down in scope can expect some help but if the agreements need a major rewrite, courts are likely to balk, a Chancery Court ruling suggests.
Insurance Journal
DECEMBER 19, 2024
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WA Bar News
DECEMBER 17, 2024
An Intro to Your Local Female Maritime Bar BY CAREY GEPHART AND MOLLY HENRY The maritime industry plays an integral role in Washington state. Women have been historically underrepresented in the industry, 1 and this is mirrored in the practice of maritime law. 2 Maritime means connected with the sea, and maritime law governs the unique circumstances surrounding those peoples, places, and things so connected.
Practice Panther
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Deciding how to handle assets and personal wishes is one of the most significant decisions clients face. Estate planning attorneys provide the legal expertise and support needed to help individuals organize their affairs, draft wills and trusts, and prepare for the unexpected. As you build your skills in this area, tools like estate planning software can help you stay organized and prepared for the unique needs of every client.
Legal Dive
DECEMBER 16, 2024
The ChatGPT researcher had publicly expressed concerns about fair use for AI model training and might have played a witness role in copyright lawsuit.
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