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Discovery From Former Attorney About Disputed Quid Pro Quo Offer to Opponent

E-Discovery LLC

408(a)(“Evidence of [a statement made during compromise negotiations about the claim] is not admissible – – on behalf of any party – -… to impeach by a prior inconsistent statement or a contradiction”). See Fed.R.Evid.

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How is AI Used in Legal Technology?

Lawmatics

Predictive Analytics AI can predict case outcomes based on historical data and legal precedents to help lawyers and clients make more informed decisions about litigation strategies, settlement negotiations, and risk assessment.

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Legal Turmoil in the Pharmaceutical Industry: AbbVie, Purdue, and Beyond

Complex Discovery

This settlement would have shielded the Sackler family, Purdue’s wealthy owners, from future civil lawsuits in exchange for a $6 billion payout to opioid crisis victims. Purdue, currently engaged in renewed settlement negotiations, faces increased pressure from a court-appointed committee of creditors.

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What Is a Litigator? And the Differences From a Lawyer

CaseFox

Their focus is on advocating for clients in trials, hearings, and settlement negotiations. In contrast, litigators specialize in litigation and are primarily involved in courtroom proceedings. However, litigators require additional skills specific to their courtroom-centered role.

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Top Gun: Interview with Anita Ventrelli

The Successful Lawyer

Someone once said that a bad settlement is better than a good verdict, and there's some truth to that. Her skilled listening and knowledge of human motivation bear fruit in settlement negotiations. From what I observed, this is where Anita's wisdom and people management skills shine.

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Forecasting the Forecasters: Upcoming Trends in Judicial Analytics

Attorney at Work

The information gives me a sense of who has leverage during settlement negotiations.”. As one attorney from Locke Lord explained, “it [litigation analytics] also helps me predict, based on prior rulings, how the judge may rule on the motion. Case outcomes.