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California Department of Insurance Completes Final Review of Wildfire Model

Insurance Journal

The California Department of Insurance completed a review of the state’s first wildfire catastrophe model, marking a dramatic change in the state’s property/casualty insurance ratemaking process.

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Deep Dive Recap: Measuring ROI: Tracking, Reporting, Optimizing

Lawmatics

Firms spend serious time and money bringing in new leads, but when it comes to knowing which efforts actually drive revenue, the picture is often fuzzy. Without reliable source tracking and clear reporting, it’s hard to tell where your marketing budget is paying off and where it’s getting wasted. In this month’s Deep Dive, Product Manager Devon Butler walks through how to set up and optimize marketing attribution in Lawmatics, from source creation to custom ROI reports and dashboards that help y

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LegalOn Closes $50M Series E, Partners with OpenAI to Develop Advanced AI Agents

Law Sites

LegalOn Technologies, a global company that provides AI-driven software for contract review and matter management, has closed a $50 million Series E funding round led by Goldman Sachs Growth Equity, bringing the company’s total funding to $200 million since its founding in 2017.

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Standard for Court-Ordered Forensic Examinations – When Does Misconduct “Cross the Rubicon”?

E-Discovery LLC

A motion for a forensic examination was granted in PlayUp, Inc. v. Mintas , 2025 WL 2017161 (D. Nev. Jul. 18, 2025). On movant’s third try, the court found that the opponent was trying to “gaslight” the court and it granted the motion. While the producing party’s failures were epic, the thoughtful discussion of the governing standard for forensic examinations is important.

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No Objections: Better Case Management with AI for Paralegals

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Join this session to get a fresh look at how AI tools can help you work smarter, faster, and more effectively! Attorney and law professor Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk you through the complete journey of a legal case—from the first client meeting through the final outcome—while showing you how artificial intelligence can transform your daily work at each important step.

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EPO Enlarged Board of Appeal Brings On-Sale Bar Doctrine Closer to United States’

IP Watchdog

In its decision of July 2, 2025, the Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) of the European Patent Office in G 1/23 introduced a shift in European patent law’s treatment of publicly available products, especially where their composition is not fully disclosed or reproducible. G 1/23 has broad implications for patent practitioners across all technical fields, as it reshapes the boundaries of what constitutes prior art under the European Patent Convention and affects how publicly available products, produ

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Top UN Court Says Treaties Compel Wealthy Nations to Curb Global Warming

Insurance Journal

The United Nations’ highest court on Wednesday told wealthy countries they must comply with their international commitments to curb pollution or risk having to pay compensation to nations hard hit by climate change.

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What Happens When Someone Dies Inside One of America’s Worst Jails?

The Marshall Project

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Grammar Changes the Case Outcome — Again

Attorney at Work

Teddy Snyder | Get To The Point has previously discussed how naming a series of items in a document can be a pitfall. Well, it happened again. The post Grammar Changes the Case Outcome — Again appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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COST BITES 260: THE “CLIENT” WAS NOT LIABLE TO PAY THE SOLICITORS BILLS : EACH ENTITY PUT IN ITS TIME AND EFFORT AT ITS OWN RISK

Civil Litigation Brief

Today we are looking at a highly unusual solicitor and own client costs assessment. After hearing evidence over five days the judge decided that there was no retainer between the "client"and the solicitor. The client was not liable to pay.

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Viewpoint: Back to Basics – Risk Transfer Through Contracts and Insurance

Insurance Journal

Along with analyzing risk, a risk manager’s core function is to offload as much risk as possible as cost-effectively as possible.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE CORNER 2: OVER TWO WEEKS IN COURT, A PANOPALY OF EXPERTS – BUT THE CASE CAME DOWN TO “WHO SAID WHAT TO WHO?”

Civil Litigation Brief

The principles relating to clinical negligence cases are well known. The major problem is usually determining the facts. In cases that involve a disputed recollection of what was said and asked in medical consultations this gives rise to major issues. .

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MS Amlin Names Former Brit CUO Dart as CEO, Succeeding Carrier

Insurance Journal

MS Amlin, the Lloyd’s global re/insurer, announced the appointment of Christiern Dart as chief executive officer (CEO). Dart, previously group chief underwriting officer (CUO) at Brit, will take up the role in January 2026, subject to regulatory approval.

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Snap, Meta and X Defeat Xerox’s Appeal of PTAB Unpatentability Ruling at CAFC

IP Watchdog

Xerox today lost an appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) against Snap, Inc., Meta and X Corp over the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB’s) invalidation of Xerox’s patent on techniques for content delivery. Xerox’s U.S. Patent No. 8,489,599 is titled “Context and Activity-Driven Content Delivery and Interaction” and is directed to “techniques and systems for creating and presenting content based on contextual information.

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Microsoft Says Some SharePoint Server Hackers Now Using Ransomware

Insurance Journal

A cyber-espionage campaign centered on vulnerable versions of Microsoft’s server software now involves the deployment of ransomware, Microsoft said in a late Wednesday blog post.

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Prep with Purpose: How to Build Better Trial Binders

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Get ready to master the art and science of trial preparation organization that top attorneys rely on in this exclusive webinar! Attorney and law professor, Joe Stephens, J.D., will walk through proven systems for creating comprehensive trial notebooks and binders that transform scattered case materials into a powerful command center. Learning Objectives: Strategic Organization 📊 Learn the essential sections every trial notebook needs and how to structure them for maximum clarity and acce

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When an App Shares Data About Your Time of the Month

Practice of Law

Most people reading this share more about themselves with their smartphones than they would with their best friend or spouse. We entrust not just our devices with the details of our lives, but apps on those devices. We hand over tons of personal information into the hands of faceless strangers, believing that the boundaries of privacy will be respected.

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Global Commercial Insurance Rates Drop 4% but Casualty Rates Are Rising: Marsh

Insurance Journal

Global commercial insurance rates fell 4%, on average, in the second quarter of 2025 following a 3% decline in Q1 2025, according to the latest Global Insurance Market Index released by Marsh, the insurance brokerage business of Marsh McLennan.

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Is Common-Law Marriage Recognized in Minnesota or North Dakota?

SW&L Attorneys Blog

By: Benjamin Freedman When couples live together for years, share finances, raise children, and build a life together, many assume that they may be considered “common-law married.” However, this is one of the most misunderstood concepts in family law. If you reside in Minnesota or North Dakota, it’s essential to understand how your relationship is (or is not) recognized under the law.

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AIUC Emerges From Stealth With $15M Seed to Help Enterprises Deploy AI Safely

Insurance Journal

Artificial Intelligence Underwriting Company (AIUC) is coming out of stealth mode with a $15 million seed round.

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The Tech-Savvy Paralegals Playbook: How To Leverage AI

Speaker: Allison Mears, Adela Wekselblatt, and George Socha

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the legal industry, and paralegals are at the forefront of this transformation. As AI becomes more integrated into legal workflows, paralegals can streamline their daily tasks, enhance efficiency, and add greater value to their firms and organizations. But what exactly does AI mean for paralegals today—and how can you leverage it to your advantage?

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COST BITES 258: APPLICANT’S FAILURE TO ACCEPT SUGGESTION IN A LETTER LEADS TO INDEMNITY COSTS BEING MADE AGAINST IT

Civil Litigation Brief

We are looking at a case where the judge found that an applicant should have accepted a suggestion that their application be withdrawn. Because they did not take up that application the applicant was ordered to pay costs on the.

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People Moves: Everest Promotes Beggs as EVP and Reinsurance CEO; Allianz Commercial Appoints Key Global and Regional Leaders, Creating New Nordics Region

Insurance Journal

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Everest Group and Allianz Commercial. A summary of these new hire follows here. Everest Promotes Beggs as EVP and CEO of Reinsurance Everest Group Ltd.

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Crocs Urges SCOTUS Justices to Address 3-2 Circuit Split on False Claims About Intangible Properties

IP Watchdog

Shoe brand Crocs, Inc. filed a petition for a writ of certiorari that was docketed this week asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review a decision that held Section 43(a)(1)(B) of the Lanham Act does apply to a party’s false claims that it holds a patent on a product feature coupled with related advertisements that cause consumers to be misled about the “nature, characteristics, or qualities of its product.

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Brown & Brown (Europe) Agrees to Acquire UK-Based Bloodstock Broker

Insurance Journal

Brown & Brown (Europe) Ltd., part of Brown & Brown, Inc., has agreed to acquire Weatherbys Hamilton LLP, a leading UK-based insurance broker specializing in private client, bloodstock, and farm & estate insurance.

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Fresh Out of School: How to Become an Expert Paralegal

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

The difference between a paralegal and an exceptional paralegal isn't just competence—it's the bold initiative to anticipate needs, master hidden firm dynamics, and transform challenges into opportunities that showcase your indispensable value. Join this webinar with attorney Joe Stephens to get an insider's perspective into how you can become a strategic asset to your practice!

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Idaho Senators Once Again Propose Bill To Split Ninth Circuit

Practice of Law

If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. If you're a congressman from Idaho, your version of the proverb from 1840 might be, "If at first you don't succeed, try, try, try, try, try, try, try again." Echoing the type of persistence suggested by the state motto of "Esto Perpetua," U.S. senators Mike Crapo and Jim Risch are boldly going where Idaho congressmen have gone before (and failed) with the proposal of the Judicial Reorganization Act of 2025 on July 21, 2025.

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People Moves: Pharmacists Mutual Appoints Mosher to Board of Directors

Insurance Journal

Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company announced the appointment of Matthew Mosher, former President and CEO of AM Best Rating Services, Inc., to its Board of Directors.

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COST BITES 259: COSTS FOLLOWING AN APPEAL : SHOULD COSTS BE ON THE INDEMNITY BASIS? WAS THIS A “HEAVY” CASE? SUMMARY ASSESSMENT IN ACTION

Civil Litigation Brief

It is always interesting to look at the awards that are actually made following an assessment of costs. Whilst each case is fact specific it is possible for litigators to pick up important points. Here we have a consideration of.

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Long-Standing Problems Led Up to Deadly Texas Floods, Lawmakers Told

Insurance Journal

No minimum qualifications for local emergency management coordinators. No easy way to know if local officials are getting weather warnings. Difficulty getting all first responders on the same radio communication channel.

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Smarter Patent Family Research: The Tools And Tactics You Need Now

Speaker: Andrew Klein

Are there mysteries lurking in your family tree? 🕵 No, not a long-lost half-brother - I'm talking about a patent family tree! IP paralegals need fast and easy ways to verify and report on essential data about foreign equivalents of US assets. Join us to master the global scope of key assets to support prosecution, portfolio management, litigation, licensing, competitive monitoring and more!

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KEY OMISSIONS AND WITNESS EVIDENCE: A FAILURE TO MENTION KEY POINTS IN THE STATEMENT DOES NOT HELP THE WITNESS: A WORKING EXAMPLE

Civil Litigation Brief

The theme for several of the posts today is how important it is to put information, that could be viewed as adverse to the witness, into a witness statement. If such information is left out, but revealed in cross-examination this.

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Smoking or Oxygen Machine Eyed as Possible Causes of Assisted Living Home Fire

Insurance Journal

A fire that killed 10 people at a Massachusetts assisted-living facility was unintentionally caused by either someone smoking or an electrical issue with an oxygen machine, investigators said Tuesday.

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MATTERS “NOT MENTIONED IN THE WITNESS STATEMENT”: ANOTHER EXAMPLE OF OMISSIONS GIIVING RISE TO ADVERSE CONCLUSIONS

Civil Litigation Brief

We are looking again at the significance of matters not mentioned in a witness statement. This is another case where the judge found that there had been significant omissions in the claimant's evidence. Again it is a case where these omissions.

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Kentucky DOI Posts Rules on Wind-Mitigation Grant Program

Insurance Journal

The Kentucky Department of Insurance has posted new rules on the Strengthen Kentucky Homes wind-mitigation grant program, in keeping with statutes approved in 2024.

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AI for Paralegals: Everything You Need to Know (and How to Use It Safely)

Speaker: Joe Stephens, J.D., Attorney and Law Professor

Ready to cut through the AI hype and learn exactly how to use these tools in your legal work? Join this webinar to get practical guidance from attorney and AI legal expert, Joe Stephens, who understands what really matters for legal professionals! What You'll Learn: Evaluate AI Tools Like a Pro 🔍 Learn which tools are worth your time and how to spot potential security and ethics risks before they become problems.