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‘Substantive Deficiencies’: Judge Grants Big Law Motion Dismissing Ivy League Price-Fixing Claims
"The deficiencies in the Complaint that are the basis for granting the motion to dismiss are substantive in nature," U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson wrote in the court order, "and nothing in the plaintiff's papers suggests that they could amend the Complaint to...
‘Substantive Deficiencies’: Judge Grants Big Law Motion Dismissing Ivy League Price-Fixing Claims
"The deficiencies in the Complaint that are the basis for granting the motion to dismiss are substantive in nature," U.S. District Judge Alvin W. Thompson wrote in the court order, "and nothing in the plaintiff's papers suggests that they could amend the Complaint to...
Ex-Girardi Keese CFO Christopher Kamon, Shackled and Sniffing, Pleads Guilty
Christopher Kamon, 51, pleaded guilty to felony charges that he stole funds from Girardi Keese's operating accounts and conspired with founder Tom Girardi to embezzle at least $15 million in client funds. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
Ex-Girardi Keese CFO Christopher Kamon, Shackled and Sniffing, Pleads Guilty
Christopher Kamon, 51, pleaded guilty to felony charges that he stole funds from Girardi Keese's operating accounts and conspired with founder Tom Girardi to embezzle at least $15 million in client funds. Christopher Kamon, 51, pleaded guilty to felony charges...
Soft-Spoken But No-Nonsense: Retired Del. Supreme Court Justice Vaughn Dead at 75
"Justice Vaughn has left an indelible mark on Delaware's legal landscape," said Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not...
Soft-Spoken But No-Nonsense: Retired Del. Supreme Court Justice Vaughn Dead at 75
"Justice Vaughn has left an indelible mark on Delaware's legal landscape," said Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr. "Justice Vaughn has left an indelible mark on Delaware's legal landscape," said Chief Justice Collins J. Seitz Jr.
NC Attorney Earns Nearly $570K for $3.5M Reverse Discrimination Verdict, Appeal Against Health Care Employer
"Time entries for the unsuccessful issue of punitive damages has been deducted above. Otherwise, plaintiff achieved substantial success—both at trial and on appeal—and further reduction is unwarranted here," U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan C. Rodriguez wrote, awarding...
NC Attorney Earns Nearly $570K for $3.5M Reverse Discrimination Verdict, Appeal Against Health Care Employer
"Time entries for the unsuccessful issue of punitive damages has been deducted above. Otherwise, plaintiff achieved substantial success—both at trial and on appeal—and further reduction is unwarranted here," U.S. Magistrate Judge Susan C. Rodriguez wrote, awarding...
NY Appellate Court Holds Anti-SLAPP Protections Apply to Private Litigation
The Appellate Division, First Department affirmed a 2023 ruling that was the first of its kind to apply anti-SLAPP protections in an action where there were no issues of public interest. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent...
NY Appellate Court Holds Anti-SLAPP Protections Apply to Private Litigation
The Appellate Division, First Department affirmed a 2023 ruling that was the first of its kind to apply anti-SLAPP protections in an action where there were no issues of public interest. The Appellate Division, First Department affirmed a 2023 ruling that was...
Eric Raymon: Pushing the Limits
Eric Raymon is the founder of Raymon Law Group based in New Mexico. We sat down with Raymon to discuss his career and the path that led him to his successful practice. AALM: How did your experiences and interests lead you to practice criminal defense? ER: When I was...
A Privacy Tort Out of Our Wildest Dreams? Will Taylor Swift Defend her Reputation from Donald Trump’s AI Hoax?
Taylor Swift has, again, been thrust into a narrative she would likely much prefer to be excluded from. This time, it is former President Donald Trump’s second bid for reelection. On August 18, Trump shared four images to his Truth Social account, one bearing Swift’s...
Keys to Using GenAI in Your Law Practice? Caution and Common Sense
Stop me if you’ve heard this one: Lawyers get sanctioned for filing bogus cases concocted by GenAI. This storyline is all too familiar to us legal professionals. While these headlines deliver a powerful cautionary message, they should not deter you from using...
17 Things I Wish I Knew as a First-Year Associate
When you are a first-year associate in a big law firm the way is fraught with booby-traps. Here are 17 tips to help you become an excellent attorney. A family friend recently graduated from law school and will be starting his career at a large law firm next fall....
How to Master Page Numbers in MS Word
Page numbers can bring even the most stoic attorney to tears, but with these tips, you’ll master MS Word page numbering in no time. Regularly find yourself wrestling with Microsoft Word’s page-numbering feature? You’re not alone. The following tips show you how to...
Managing Partners: Transform Your Law Firm by Leading With Transparency
Wendy Merrill | For firms committed to securing a sustainable future, it falls to their managing partners to set a tone of transparency. The post Managing Partners: Transform Your Law Firm by Leading With Transparency appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law...
Survival Skills for Lawyers Dealing With Chronic Stress
Last month, I kicked off our series on survival skills for lawyers, and stress by discussing emotional resilience, the ability to bounce back from the inevitable disappointments and obstacles encountered in practicing law. In this blog post, we’ll discuss essential...
Hellmuth & Johnson: Celebrating 30 Years
Hellmuth & Johnson: Celebrating 30 Years By Dan Baldwin Founded in 1994, Hellmuth & Johnson began as a two-attorney law firm. Over time, the firm grew to include 70 attorneys operating from four office locations throughout the state, becoming the 12th largest...
Law Firm Financial Management: A 5-Step Checklist to Close Out the Year
This checklist will help you tidy up by the end of the year and give you a clear picture of your firm’s financial performance. The post Law Firm Financial Management: A 5-Step Checklist to Close Out the Year appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Lawyer Conflict Checks: 5 Tips to Tune Up Your Process
Karen Dunn Skinner and David Skinner | Here are five process improvement tips to help you handle conflict checks efficiently and ethically. The post Lawyer Conflict Checks: 5 Tips to Tune Up Your Process appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Rising Crime: Undermining Safety, Creating Chaos & Harming City Tax Bases – Why Is It So Political?
Crime has become a political football, kicked back and forth across the electoral playing field. The public is receiving conflicting narratives about crime. One side argues that crime is increasing, while the other claims crime is on the decline — and that any belief...
The Ethical Ambiguity of AI in Legal Practice
H.G. Wells once wrote, “Adapt or perish, now as ever, is nature’s inexorable imperative.” This statement rings especially true for the legal field right now. AI is here to stay, and successful law firms will find a role for it in their practice. The problem is there...
Law Firm Cybersecurity Awareness: Training for Employees Has Never Been More Critical
One of the most overlooked aspects of cybersecurity is training for law firm employees. The post Law Firm Cybersecurity Awareness: Training for Employees Has Never Been More Critical appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.Employees are a...
How Appealing Weekly Roundup
The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.The week in appellate news. The post How Appealing Weekly Roundup appeared first on Above the Law.
JD Vance’s Yale Law Classmates Donate Money To Undo His Damage To The Springfield, Ohio, Haitian Community
Not all Yale Law graduates support the Republican vice-presidential candidate's debunked rumors concerning the stealing and eating of pets. The post JD Vance’s Yale Law Classmates Donate Money To Undo His Damage To The Springfield, Ohio, Haitian Community appeared...
Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Bullying Endemic To The Profession?
New study finds that one in four lawyers have been bullied on the job. The post Stat(s) Of The Week: Is Bullying Endemic To The Profession? appeared first on Above the Law.New study finds that one in four lawyers have been bullied on the job. The post Stat(s) Of The...
Former Prosecutor Gets Caught With 1,000 Pounds Of Weed At His Law Office
He should have kept his cannabis law practice separate. The post Former Prosecutor Gets Caught With 1,000 Pounds Of Weed At His Law Office appeared first on Above the Law.He should have kept his cannabis law practice separate. The post Former Prosecutor Gets Caught...
The Real Reason To Go In-House
Most people agree. The post The Real Reason To Go In-House appeared first on Above the Law.Most people agree. The post The Real Reason To Go In-House appeared first on Above the Law.
Cravath Who?! — See Also
This Boutique Firm Is Above Market!: You get paid how much!? Show US The Money!: when do you think your firm will hand out bonuses? Development In Shooting Of Judge Mullins: The motive remains unknown. Turley Better Watch Out!: A new jester is on the loose with...
Corporate Bankruptcies Slow Down in Q3 as Weil, Davis Polk and Sidley Earn Major Retentions
The year is still on track to surpass 2023's business bankruptcy filings by 25%, a new report shows. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz...
Corporate Bankruptcies Slow Down in Q3 as Weil, Davis Polk and Sidley Earn Major Retentions
The year is still on track to surpass 2023's business bankruptcy filings by 25%, a new report shows. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz...
4th Circuit Revives Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit Against Biden’s HHS Secretary
"[Tijuana] Decoster properly placed both the merits and remedy of her retaliation claim at issue by filing her complaint containing allegations which sufficiently state a claim of retaliation under Title VII," Judge DeAndrea Gist Benjamin wrote in her opinion for the...
4th Circuit Revives Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit Against Biden’s HHS Secretary
"[Tijuana] Decoster properly placed both the merits and remedy of her retaliation claim at issue by filing her complaint containing allegations which sufficiently state a claim of retaliation under Title VII," Judge DeAndrea Gist Benjamin wrote in her opinion for the...
Federal Judge Preliminary Approves $10M Settlement Against Citgo’s ‘Marriage Penalty’ in Pensions Benefits
A Chicago federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement providing $10 million in increased pension payments for Citgo retirees. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third...
Federal Judge Preliminary Approves $10M Settlement Against Citgo’s ‘Marriage Penalty’ in Pensions Benefits
A Chicago federal judge preliminarily approved a settlement providing $10 million in increased pension payments for Citgo retirees. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third...
Former Mayer Brown Chair Bob Helman, Who Steered the Firm Through Turbulent Time, Dies at 90
"His successes on behalf of clients are legion, including his representation of Santa Fe Pacific in a merger that created the largest North American rail network," the firm said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Former Mayer Brown Chair Bob Helman, Who Steered the Firm Through Turbulent Time, Dies at 90
"His successes on behalf of clients are legion, including his representation of Santa Fe Pacific in a merger that created the largest North American rail network," the firm said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was...
Cravath’s Len Teti on the Human Side of Tax Law
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Cravath, Swaine & Moore tax partner Len Teti discusses the firm's only podcast, "On Tax", which he hosts. Teti has now been doing the show for eight 'seasons', and the podcast has been a hit. Here, Teti explains its genesis, why...
Cravath’s Len Teti on the Human Side of Tax Law
In this week's Legal Speak episode, Cravath, Swaine & Moore tax partner Len Teti discusses the firm's only podcast, "On Tax", which he hosts. Teti has now been doing the show for eight 'seasons', and the podcast has been a hit. Here, Teti explains its genesis, why...
Law Firm Library and Research Roles, Long Endangered, Are Making a Comeback
AI is one likely driver behind the "greatest shake-up" in law firm staffing over the last year. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz to...
Law Firm Library and Research Roles, Long Endangered, Are Making a Comeback
AI is one likely driver behind the "greatest shake-up" in law firm staffing over the last year. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using FeedBlitz to...
Motorola Accused of Infringing on Camera Technology in Smartphones, Tablets
The complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third...
Motorola Accused of Infringing on Camera Technology in Smartphones, Tablets
The complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third...
Law Firms Move to Remote Work, Await Reopenings After Asheville Flooding
"The writing was on the wall that we needed to get out of there. It forced us to make a decision," said Asheville office managing partner Adam Peoples of Hall Booth Smith. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz....
Law Firms Move to Remote Work, Await Reopenings After Asheville Flooding
"The writing was on the wall that we needed to get out of there. It forced us to make a decision," said Asheville office managing partner Adam Peoples of Hall Booth Smith. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz....
Georgia July Bar Exam Results: Highest Overall Passing Rate in 10 Years
This year is also the first that the overall pass rate for July applicants reached 70% since 2014, with the lowest rate of the last 10 years being 61.2% in 2018. This year is also the first that the overall pass rate for July applicants reached 70% since 2014,...
Georgia July Bar Exam Results: Highest Overall Passing Rate in 10 Years
This year is also the first that the overall pass rate for July applicants reached 70% since 2014, with the lowest rate of the last 10 years being 61.2% in 2018. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Lawsuit Alleging $23 Million Contract Breach Against Biogen Moves Forward
Acting Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Anar Rathod Patel last week denied a motion to dismiss from defendants Reata and Biogen, finding that fact questions remained. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Lawsuit Alleging $23 Million Contract Breach Against Biogen Moves Forward
Acting Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Anar Rathod Patel last week denied a motion to dismiss from defendants Reata and Biogen, finding that fact questions remained. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was...
Morning Docket: 10.04.24
* Starbucks CEO broke labor law telling employees considering unionizing that they "can go work for another company." If you're one of those people who don't see that as an explicitly anti-union message, this is a company that refuses to use small, medium, and large...
First Do No Harm: Support Legislative Efforts To Combat The Adverse Drug Event Epidemic
The Hippocratic oath can’t stop with direct patient care; the healthcare industry and its key stakeholders must address persistent public health problems systematically. We have the tools to reduce medication harm by half or more; it is long past time to make this a...
LAPD Raids Medical Lab For (Nonexistent) Weed, Get Gun Stuck In An MRI Machine
From the keystone-kops-handling-the-Drug-War dept The post LAPD Raids Medical Lab For (Nonexistent) Weed, Get Gun Stuck In An MRI Machine appeared first on Above the Law.From the keystone-kops-handling-the-Drug-War dept The post LAPD Raids Medical Lab For...
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Ranking The Law Firms Lawyers Love [Sponsored]
We’re pleased to introduce our list of Most Desirable Firms, along with other insights from our survey of more than 700 attorneys. The post Ranking The Law Firms Lawyers Love appeared first on Above the Law.We’re pleased to introduce our list of Most Desirable Firms,...
Boutique Firm Beats Cravath Scale, Showering Associates With Eye-Popping Salaries Of Up To $475K
These huge raises are an October surprise that everyone can get behind! The post Boutique Firm Beats Cravath Scale, Showering Associates With Eye-Popping Salaries Of Up To $475K appeared first on Above the Law.These huge raises are an October surprise that everyone...
More Details Emerge In Small Town Murder Of Judge
We're still learning what was behind the crime. The post More Details Emerge In Small Town Murder Of Judge appeared first on Above the Law.We're still learning what was behind the crime. The post More Details Emerge In Small Town Murder Of Judge appeared first on...
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How Do You Know You Need A Case Management Upgrade? [Sponsored]
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Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump’s Favorite Legal Analyst
Move over, Turley! Take a seat, Dershowitz! Donald Trump may have a new favorite cable news law talkin' guy. The post Elie Honig Makes Pitch To Become Donald Trump’s Favorite Legal Analyst appeared first on Above the Law.Move over, Turley! Take a seat, Dershowitz!...
Yeah, The Timing Of The Special Counsel Brief Is Political, And You Can Thank Chief Justice Roberts For That
Kwitcherbitchin. The post Yeah, The Timing Of The Special Counsel Brief Is Political, And You Can Thank Chief Justice Roberts For That appeared first on Above the Law.Kwitcherbitchin. The post Yeah, The Timing Of The Special Counsel Brief Is Political, And You Can...
Calling All Biglaw Associates: 2024 Bonus Season Awaits
Make your predictions and share your thoughts in our annual bonus season survey. The post Calling All Biglaw Associates: 2024 Bonus Season Awaits appeared first on Above the Law.Make your predictions and share your thoughts in our annual bonus season survey. The post...
Legaltech News Editor-in-Chief Stephanie Wilkins Moves to Legaltech Hub
Stephanie Wilkins, who has been editor-in-chief of Legaltech News at ALM since 2022, today moves to Legaltech Hub, where she will be director of content. In her new role, Wilkins will be responsible for helping to develop a drive the content strategy for Legaltech Hub...
Legalpioneer Donates Its Dataset of 13K Legal Tech Companies to GitHub
Legalpioneer, a website that lists law-related companies in areas such as legal tech, justice tech and governance, has donated its entire data set of more than 13,000 companies to GitHub, a platform that allows developers to store, share and collaborate on code. The...
Legaltech Week: Catch Us Live on Tuesday at ClioCon (and Watch Our Regular Show Today)
If you are going to the Clio Cloud Conference in Austin starting Monday (or watching it virtually), do not miss our live-on-stage version of Legaltech Week, with a full panel of our regulars plus a special guest. Many of you are regulars for our weekly Friday live...
Tales From the Trenches: What Outside Counsel Do That GCs Find Inexcusable
"I had this one outside counsel where every time I'd ask him to weigh in, he'd be like, 'That's a business issue," said Michele Kloeppel, a partner at Thompson Coburn who formerly was corporate counsel at Panera. "I had this one outside counsel where every time...
High Court Turns Away Industry Challenges to EPA Rules Curbing Pollution
Friday's denials are a noticeable break from the court's decisions last term to take up, and ultimately rule in favor of, an emergency docket industry and state challenge to an EPA rule regulating air quality standards in upwind states. The U.S. Supreme Court on...
DOJ’s Visa Antitrust Suit Hands Class Action Lawyers New Line of Attack Against Payments Giant
The same day the Department of Justice sued Visa, the company set aside another $1.5 billion for its U.S. litigation escrow fund. The same day the Department of Justice sued Visa, the company set aside another $1.5 billion for its U.S. litigation escrow...
Ex-Assistant State Attorney Suspended for One Year for Dishonesty on Judicial Application, Job Interviews
"If respondent's colleagues had believed him, and had hired him based on his statements during the interview, it would have damaged the criminal justice system," the hearing board's report said. A former prosecutor will begin his one-year license suspension next...
‘Stereophonic’ Accused of Copyright Infringement From Fleetwood Mac ‘Rumours’ Producer
"'Stereophonic' is undoubtedly a play based on plaintiffs' memoir 'Making Rumours' because substantial similarities exist between the two works, a reality that has been independently confirmed by those familiar with plaintiffs' book who have also had the opportunity...
Unlocking the Full Potential of Microsoft Teams: 3 Essential Hacks for Lawyers
Turn Microsoft Teams into a collaboration powerhouse with these hacks for Channels, Co-Authoring and Task Management. The post Unlocking the Full Potential of Microsoft Teams: 3 Essential Hacks for Lawyers appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Recapping Relativity Fest
The press gathers to discuss discovery. The post Recapping Relativity Fest appeared first on Above the Law.The press gathers to discuss discovery. The post Recapping Relativity Fest appeared first on Above the Law.
Deleting Evidence? Think Again: Lessons From The Eric Adams Scandal
More and more relevant data travels through phones, as this case shows. The post Deleting Evidence? Think Again: Lessons From The Eric Adams Scandal appeared first on Above the Law.More and more relevant data travels through phones, as this case shows. The post...
Relaunched <em>Matlock</em> Should Be Disbarred
The plot twist isn't good for real lawyers. The post Relaunched <em>Matlock</em> Should Be Disbarred appeared first on Above the Law.The plot twist isn't good for real lawyers. The post Relaunched <em>Matlock</em> Should Be Disbarred appeared...
Why Is The YSL Trial Taking So Long?
Let's wrap this up! The post Why Is The YSL Trial Taking So Long? appeared first on Above the Law.Let's wrap this up! The post Why Is The YSL Trial Taking So Long? appeared first on Above the Law.
The Biglaw Firm Making Major Strides In The Rankings
Mergers can really help a firm's bottom line. The post The Biglaw Firm Making Major Strides In The Rankings appeared first on Above the Law.Mergers can really help a firm's bottom line. The post The Biglaw Firm Making Major Strides In The Rankings appeared first on...
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Those Threats Won’t Fly — See Also
Since When Can You Do That?: Biglaw firm gets in trouble for their legal strategy. Time To Pony Up: Colorado is saddled with the 303 Creative legal fees. Keeping Things Relative: Check out the Relativity Recap! Deleting Isn't As Permanent As You Think!: Learn from...
The 12th Clio Cloud Conference, Starting Monday, Will Be the Largest Yet, with A Heavy Emphasis on AI
Monday marks the start of the 12th Clio Cloud Conference, and as the company that produces it, Clio, continues to grow and expand, so too does the conference, with its largest-ever number of attendees and its move from a single host hotel to the Austin, Texas,...
After Guiding Illumina Through Harrowing Merger Fight, GC Charles Dadswell to Depart
"I've watched and been a part of Illumina growing from a startup to one of the most important and innovative companies in the world, and I'm proud to have been a part of that journey," Dadswell said in a statement. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you...
Perkins Coie Renovates Portland Office With Focus on Equal Attorney Space, Hoteling
The firm's recently renewed 12-year lease in Portland reduced its footprint to under 30,000 square feet. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is not using...
Supreme Court Will Begin New Term Dogged by Old Issues
The high court finds itself under as much scrutiny as ever as it prepares to reconvene Monday for the start of the October 2024 term. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third...
6th Circuit Judge Readler Cautions Against Shaming Lawyers Over Election Challenges
"True, some cases pursued by Trump supporters seemed frivolous from the start and were swiftly dismissed," Chad Readler said. "Yet even where cases had some potential merit, lawyers were criticized even to the point of being a target of the cancel culture...
Meta Directors Accused of Deleting Emails Discussing Cambridge Analytica, FTC Settlement
A motion, first filed under seal on Sept. 25, asks the court to institute spoliation sanctions and grant curative relief. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown third party who is...
First Lawsuit Filed Alleging Contraceptive Depo-Provera Caused Brain Tumor
Ellen Relkin, who filed the first case on Tuesday, predicts thousands of lawsuits after a French study in March found the contraceptive Depo-Provera had a 550% higher chance of developing brain tumors. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just...
State Law Requiring Sex Offenders Display ‘No Candy or Treats at This Residence’ Sign Deemed Unconstitutional
"Defendants require the use of private property to reflect their own message 'for the express purpose that it be observed and read by the public,' thereby depriving registered offenders of their freedom to speak in their own words or to not speak at all," wrote U.S....
Has the Bankruptcy Practice Scandal Harmed Jackson Walker’s Business or Reputation?
A spokesperson for Texas' Jackson Walker said the firm is "on track" for a record-breaking year, even as it has coped over the last year with fallout from news that a former bankruptcy partner was engaged in a romantic relationship with a former bankruptcy judge in...
‘Stock Car Monopoly’?: Winston Lawsuit Alleges NASCAR Anticompetitive Scheme
NASCAR requires stock car race teams to sign "one-sided contracts" preventing them from competing elsewhere in violation of the Sherman Act, according to the complaint submitted by Winston partner Danielle T. Williams on behalf of two race teams. Hi there.The...
The Growing Tension—And Opportunity—in Big Law Nonequity Tiers
Large law firms continue expanding their nonequity tiers each year, as firm management exerts tighter control over who receives firm profits. Hi there.The email you just opened, or link you just clicked, was not sent by FeedBlitz. It was junk, sent by an unknown...
Morning Docket: 10.03.24
* Latest redacted filing in Trump case paints an overwhelming portrait of criminality that the Supreme Court will make up even more new rules to squelch. [New Republic] * Judge who handcuffed innocent teen is back presiding over cases. [ABA Journal] * Eight states...
Forging A Noncompete Policy That Works for Healthcare
A more measured approach to noncompete clauses can be fair to physicians and provider organizations, and also serve patients better. Here are four elements for a policy on noncompetes that will work for healthcare. The post Forging A Noncompete Policy That Works for...
Mastering Legal Operations: 3 Unexpected Lessons For Success In A Dynamic Field
Adam Becker's path is a testament to the evolution of the legal field and offers valuable lessons. The post Mastering Legal Operations: 3 Unexpected Lessons For Success In A Dynamic Field appeared first on Above the Law.Adam Becker's path is a testament to the...
Prominent Law Firm Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Litigation Tactics
The firm has vowed to fight the case. The post Prominent Law Firm Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Litigation Tactics appeared first on Above the Law.The firm has vowed to fight the case. The post Prominent Law Firm Hit With Lawsuit Over Alleged Litigation Tactics...
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CoCounsel Drafting: An AI-Powered Game Changer For Legal Professionals [Sponsored]
Leverage AI for drafting documents. The post CoCounsel Drafting: An AI-Powered Game Changer For Legal Professionals appeared first on Above the Law.Leverage AI for drafting documents. The post CoCounsel Drafting: An AI-Powered Game Changer For Legal Professionals...
You Can Go Ahead And Bet On The 2024 Election
Betting on democracy? What's more American than that? The post You Can Go Ahead And Bet On The 2024 Election appeared first on Above the Law.Betting on democracy? What's more American than that? The post You Can Go Ahead And Bet On The 2024 Election appeared first on...
Colorado Loses Again, Has To Pay 303 Creative’s Legal Fees
Shame they can't "Free Speech" their way out of this tab. The post Colorado Loses Again, Has To Pay 303 Creative’s Legal Fees appeared first on Above the Law.Shame they can't "Free Speech" their way out of this tab. The post Colorado Loses Again, Has To Pay 303...
MyCase Announces New AI, Accounting, And Immigration Features, Plus Update on Smart Spend
Earlier this week, the law practice management platform MyCase rolled out three exciting product updates. The post MyCase Announces New AI, Accounting, And Immigration Features, Plus Update on Smart Spend appeared first on Above the Law.The law practice management...
Nominations Are Now Open for the Alli Gerkman Legal Visionary Award; Deadline is Nov. 1
Nominations are now open for the Alli Gerkman Legal Visionary Award, which recognizes an innovator who has made significant impacts early in their career toward making the American legal system work better for everyone. That describes the person for whom the award is...
A Commentary on AI and Patent Law
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been newsworthy in our recent, 24/7 news cycles. Will AI harm us? Will AI eliminate human jobs, or provide shelter, food, and clothing so humans need not work? Some suggest that AI may turn against humans. You can rest easy; we will...
FTC Goes After AI Tool That Has Capability to Mass Produce Fake Reviews
"Treating as categorically illegal a generative AI tool merely because of the possibility that someone might use it for fraud is inconsistent with our precedents and common sense," GOP Commissioner Andrew Ferguson said in his dissent. "Treating as categorically...
Amazon.com, Canon File Trademark Suit Over Counterfeit Products Sold Online
The complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and federal courts. The complaint was first surfaced by Law.com Radar, ALM's source for immediate alerting on just-filed cases in state and...
Regain Control Over Your Workday in One Minute
Ivy Grey | It may surprise you to learn that one minute can mean the difference between successfully completing two tasks or fumbling them both. The post Regain Control Over Your Workday in One Minute appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and...
Artificial Intelligence Can Make Iconic Characters Immortal But It Can Create Legal Problems For Studios And Actors
James Earl Jones has entered the cornfield after completing the circle of life. But Darth Vader’s voice is still available in this galaxy thanks to AI. The post Artificial Intelligence Can Make Iconic Characters Immortal But It Can Create Legal Problems For Studios...