Sat.Aug 31, 2024

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Is a “Composite” Video Admissible and Can a Police Officer “Narrate” It at Trial? – Part 1 of 2

E-Discovery LLC

Harrod v. State , 261 Md. App. 499 (2024), addressed introduction of a “composite” video as summary evidence and the use of police officers’ testimony describing it. An innocent bystander was fatally shot while she was with her husband on a hotel patio in Annapolis. They had come from Texas to drop off their son for his induction into the United States Naval Academy.

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How Efforts to Cut Long Prison Sentences Have Stalled

The Marshall Project

Crime victim advocates and conservative groups are resisting moves to revisit “truth-in-sentencing” laws.

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Case Summary Involving a Slip, Trip & Fall Expert Witness

Expert Witness Blog

Introduction In the recent case of Impagliazzo v. Judlau Contracting, Inc. , 2023 NY Slip Op 50952(U) (N.Y. App. Div. 2023), the testimony of a Slip, Trip & Fall Expert Witness was crucial. This case involved a worker who tripped and fell on a rebar mat at a construction site, leading to significant injuries.

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OpenAI and Anthropic Collaborate with U.S. AI Safety Institute

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: In a notable development for the fields of cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery, the U.S. Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute (AISI) has established strategic partnerships with AI industry leaders, OpenAI and Anthropic. These collaborations are poised to play a crucial role in advancing the safety and ethical governance of artificial intelligence, particularly in light of the growing regulatory scrutiny and the evolving legislative landscape.

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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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Competence and the Lawyer’s Use of GenAI: ABA formal opinion 512

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

FEATURE ARTICLE: Competence and the Lawyer’s Use of GenAI: ABA formal opinion 512 Author: Professor Michael H. Hoeflich, PhD , Editor-in-Chief Legal Editor: Carrie E. Parker ; Design & Publishing Editor: Matthew T. Stephens This article is featured in Volume 5, Number 8 of the Legal Ethics and Malpractice Reporter , published August 31, 2024.

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Global Data Under Threat: The Strategic Importance of Protecting Undersea Cables

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: In today’s interconnected world, the backbone of global communications lies beneath the oceans. The security of undersea fiber optic cables, which transmit the vast majority of international data, has become a critical concern amid rising geopolitical tensions. Recent warnings from Russia have highlighted the vulnerability of these cables, with potential disruptions posing significant risks to global communication and economic stability.