Law Sites
JULY 18, 2024
The law practice management platform Rocket Matter this week rolled out the next generation of its software, a “reimagined” version of the product that emphasizes flexibility and customization to meet the varying needs of different law firms and different practice areas.
Attorney at Work
JULY 15, 2024
Marin McCall | Four questions to ask before launching a social media account for your legal practice. The post Should My Law Firm be on TikTok? 4 Questions to Ask Before Adopting Any Social Media Platform appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Insurance Journal
JULY 18, 2024
An incident at the Vineyard Wind offshore wind energy project this week that scattered shards of fiberglass across Massachusetts beaches was the latest in a series of failures involving wind turbines built by GE Vernova.
IP Watchdog
JULY 16, 2024
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced today that it has updated its Subject Matter Eligibility Guidance to more directly address emerging technologies, specifically artificial intelligence (AI). The guidance also includes three new and detailed examples using hypothetical claims to address common situations, such as “whether a claim recites an abstract idea or whether a claim integrates the abstract idea into a practical application.
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Law Sites
JULY 15, 2024
The law practice management company LEAP Legal Software is today introducing three artificial intelligence features built directly into its all-in-one practice management platform – including one with a unique human-in-the-loop twist.
Attorney at Work
JULY 16, 2024
Ivy Grey | Two powerful grammatical tools help lawyers write about hypotheticals with precision and clarity. The post How to Master the Subjunctive and Conditional for Precise Legal Writing appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
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Complex Discovery
JULY 14, 2024
Editor’s Note: In a bold demonstration of its evolving military prowess, Ukraine has executed a high-stakes drone strike deep within Russian territory, targeting a vital oil depot in Rostov Oblast. This unprecedented action not only disrupts Russian military logistics but also showcases Kyiv’s expanding strategic reach. As the Russo-Ukrainian conflict enters its third year, the complexities of global alliances further intensify, highlighted by the strengthening ties between Russia an
Law Sites
JULY 16, 2024
The law practice management company Clio today unveiled Clio Accounting, providing legal-specific bookkeeping and accounting as an add-on to U.S. customers of its Clio Manage platform.
Attorney at Work
JULY 17, 2024
“Battening down the hatches” has taken on a new impetus as state after state has passed privacy law requirements. The post 18 States Have Passed Privacy Laws: Law Firms Tighten Cybersecurity appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 16, 2024
Yield-hungry insurance firms are adopting an unconventional strategy: they’re skipping mortgage-backed bonds and buying the underlying whole loans outright. It’s a trend that’s picked up pace over the last few years.
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Complex Discovery
JULY 13, 2024
Editor’s Note: In today’s digital age, where convenience and speed are paramount, the risk of cybersecurity breaches continues to grow. This article sheds light on recent cyberattacks targeting prominent restaurant chains and financial institutions, underscoring the pressing need for robust security measures. For professionals in cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery, understanding the intricacies of these breaches and the strategies employed to mitigate them is crucial.
Law Sites
JULY 15, 2024
In a further expansion of the CoCounsel AI legal assistant it acquired last year through its purchase of Casetext, Thomson Reuters today unveiled CoCounsel Drafting, a document drafting tool that works within Microsoft Word and that leverages both the generative AI capabilities of CoCounsel and the practical content of Practical Law.
Attorney at Work
JULY 18, 2024
Marc Lauritsen | We've been “blessed” with a deluge of new tools that make working smart radically easier. How can that not be good news? The post Lawyers: Working Smart Just Got Easier (Oh No!) appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 17, 2024
California will have to build public charging stations at an unprecedented — and some experts say unrealistic — pace to meet the needs of the 7 million electric cars expected on its roads in less than seven years.
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Legal IT Insider
JULY 19, 2024
A global Microsoft Windows outage is impacting banks, law firms, airports and media organisations, with Windows laptops and PCs showing a blue screen, as early reports suggest that a Crowdstrike […] The post Major Windows outage takes organisations globally offline appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
IP Watchdog
JULY 17, 2024
The Administrative Procedure Act (APA), a foundation in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) examination and post grant proceedings, in patent and trademark federal court cases and in International Trade Commission (ITC) proceedings, has been implemented more or less faithfully under U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) scrutiny.
Attorney at Work
JULY 19, 2024
Danielle DavisRoe | Think of Microsoft Bookings as your personal scheduling assistant. Here's how to set it up. The post Microsoft Bookings: Transform the Way You Schedule Client Consultations appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 19, 2024
Estimated industry insured losses to onshore property from wind in the U.S. for Hurricane Beryl will range between $2 billion to $3 billion, Verisk’s Extreme Event Solutions business unit said.
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Civil Litigation Brief
JULY 15, 2024
In Invenia Technical Computing Corporation & Anor v Hudson [2024] EWHC 1481 (KB) Mr Justice Knowles held that a party that had refused a reasonable request for an extension of time should pay the costs of that application.
IP Watchdog
JULY 15, 2024
While obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) has a long history, Supreme Court precedent and common sense make it clear that the time has come to put ODP to rest. The original rationale for it has long passed, and it is a judicially-created exception to the patent statute that cannot stand. This dinosaur policy of patent law should be put down by the Federal Circuit, Congressional action, or the Supreme Court.
Complex Discovery
JULY 18, 2024
Editor’s Note: In the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity, staying ahead of emerging threats and ensuring comprehensive protection for all organizations is critical. This article delves into the successes and challenges of the Cyber Essentials certification a decade after its launch in the U.K. It also highlights the pressing cybersecurity issues faced by businesses in Hong Kong.
Insurance Journal
JULY 18, 2024
A new report warns that compounding natural disasters introduce new, interconnected, and complex risk scenarios — and points to a need to reimagine efforts that support disaster preparedness, mitigation, and recovery “in an era of intensifying extreme weather-climate events and …
The Marshall Project
JULY 13, 2024
Another court must now decide how the landmark ruling will impact the Boy Scouts abuse settlement, which involves victims of police sexual abuse.
IP Watchdog
JULY 14, 2024
On July 12, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a precedential opinion in Natera, Inc. v. NeoGenomics Laboratories, Inc. affirming a grant of preliminary injunction that prevents NeoGenomics from making or selling its RaDaR oncology testing assay. The Federal Circuit’s opinion, authored by Chief Judge Kimberly Moore, found no legal error in the district court conducting an infringement analysis without claim construction, and no clear error in finding that NeoGenomics failed
Complex Discovery
JULY 14, 2024
Editor’s Note: This article highlights the European Commission’s preliminary findings against X for breaching the Digital Services Act. These findings underscore critical issues of transparency and accountability that are central to the DSA, particularly in relation to content moderation, advertising transparency, and data access for researchers.
Insurance Journal
JULY 16, 2024
A once in 200-years storm dumped 11 inches of rain over four hours on the central Massachusetts town of Leominster in September, washing away culverts, creating a sinkhole that swallowed cars at a dealership and flooding the city council chambers …
The Marshall Project
JULY 19, 2024
Jules and Samantha Werkheiser fought their wrongful convictions for over a decade. Here’s their journey of survival — and motherhood — in pictures.
Practice Panther
JULY 16, 2024
Newsletters are a popular way for people to interact with their favorite brands, and that includes law firms. A law firm newsletter adds value for legal clients and establishes trust, positioning your firm as a leader in your local market. From defining goals, choosing law firm newsletter content, and segmenting your audience — continue reading to learn how to effectively start a law firm newsletter that builds strong client relationships, defines your firm’s brand, and generates new business.
Complex Discovery
JULY 13, 2024
Editor’s Note: Defense AI startup Helsing GmbH has raised €450 million in a Series C funding round, valuing the company at €4.95 billion. Led by General Catalyst and other prominent investors, this funding will support Helsing’s R&D and expansion along NATO’s eastern flank. The company’s advanced AI solutions aim to enhance modern weapons systems and improve battlefield decision-making, reinforcing European security amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Insurance Journal
JULY 16, 2024
Progressive Corp. today reported second quarter 2024 results of about $1.5 billion and a combined ratio of 91.9. Results for the Mayfield Village, Ohio-based insurer are in comparison to second quarter 2023 net income of $345.
The Marshall Project
JULY 17, 2024
On immigration and criminal justice, Vance has defended and legislated former President Donald Trump’s policy goals.
Civil Litigation Brief
JULY 16, 2024
On the 18th July I am giving a webinar “Drafting witness statements in high value personal injury claims: A guide for Grade C fee earners (and those who supervise them)”, booking details are available here. THE REASON FOR THE WEBINAR.
Complex Discovery
JULY 17, 2024
Editor’s Note: In a startling development, AT&T has revealed a substantial data breach affecting the call and text records of over 100 million customers, including users of MVNOs like Cricket and Boost Mobile. This incident, spanning from May 2022 to early 2023, highlights critical vulnerabilities in data security practices. With threat actors accessing information via a third-party cloud platform, this breach underscores the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures in protecting
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