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The Right Way to Use AI for Authentic, Human-Centered Law Firm Content

Attorney at Work

David Arato | Here are three human-centered strategies to balance GenAi's efficiency with your authentic legal voice. The post The Right Way to Use AI for Authentic, Human-Centered Law Firm Content appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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LawNext: Turning Legal Spend Into Performance: PERSUIT Founder Jim Delkousis On His Company’s Acquisition of Apperio

Law Sites

On May 5, 2025, PERSUIT, a technology company that specializes in helping corporate legal departments select and manage outside counsel, announced that it had acquired Apperio, a spend-management platform for corporate legal, in a move designed to create an end-to-end workflow solution spanning everything from matter intake to invoice payment.

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“MyPillow CEO Can’t Delay Defamation Trial Over Atty AI Errors”

E-Discovery LLC

In MyPillow CEO Can’t Delay Defamation Trial Over Atty AI Errors – Law360 (May 14, 2025), Dorothy Atkins wrote that the Judge denied MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell’s request to continue a defamation jury trial set for early June, finding her threat of discipline and media attention over mistakes stemming from defense counsel’s use of artificial intelligence in drafting briefs don’t warrant delaying trial in the lawsuit.

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Uncounted: Ohio’s Failure to Track Lost Pregnancies in Jails Spurs Questions Over Care

The Marshall Project

One womans pregnancy ended in the Cuyahoga County Jail amid ignored cries for help and an egregious performance failure by medical staff.

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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 powerful litigation tools. 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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Estonia Says Russia Sent Jet After Attempt to Stop Sanction-Breaking Ship

Insurance Journal

Estonia said on Thursday that Moscow had briefly sent a fighter jet into NATO airspace over the Baltic Sea during an attempt to stop a Russian-bound oil tanker thought to be part of a “shadow fleet” defying Western sanctions on …

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Newark Mayor Ras Baraka's Arrested for Trespassing. What Does the Video Evidence Show?

Practice of Law

Ras Baraka, the mayor of Newark and current candidate for governor of New Jersey, was arrested at the Delaney Hall immigration detention center in his own city on May 9. Federal authorities are charging him with trespassing, which refers to entering or remaining on private property without authorization. What Is Trespassing? The crime of trespass occurs when a person enters or remains on private property without the owner's consent.

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Senate IP Subcommittee Talks Legislative Fixes for China’s Threats to American Innovation Leadership

IP Watchdog

Yesterday, the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciarys Subcommittee on Intellectual Property held a hearing titled Foreign Threats to American Innovation and Economic Leadership, featuring testimony from private businesses on the myriad challenges facing American intellectual property (IP) owners in the face of illegal activities sponsored by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).

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Coterie Relocating Headquarters to Appleton, Wisconsin

Insurance Journal

Coterie, a small business MGA, announced it is relocating its headquarters from Cincinnati to Appleton, Wisconsin. Coterie said relocating the company’s headquarters to Appleton provides a reduction in operational costs and improved efficiencies.

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Federal Circuit Affirms USPTO’s Rejection of Application for Diagnostic Testing Patent

IP Watchdog

Two patent applicants struck out at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) Thursday when the court affirmed a Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) decision upholding a U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) examiners rejection of their application for a diagnostic testing patent. Patent application No. 12/925,221 is directed to collect[ing] a sample of a volatile material (e.g., breath or urine) produced by a living entity (e.g., person or animal) and then analyz[ing] the sam

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‘Synchronization’ of Europe’s Financial Rules With US, UK Is a Priority: France’s Macron

Insurance Journal

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that getting European regulation to be more in sync with the United States and the United Kingdom was one of his priorities for the banking and insurance sectors.

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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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ANOTHER (YES ANOTHER) CASE OF FAKE AUTHORITIES BEING CITED TO THE COURT: APPEAL STRUCK OUT AS AN ABUSE OF PROCESS

Civil Litigation Brief

Unbelievably we are looking at another case where the court found that false authorities had been cited to it. The appeal was struck out as an abuse of process. “In my judgment, the Court needs to take decisive action.

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People Moves: Zurich NA Promotes Fox to Lead National Accounts, Caminiti CUO

Insurance Journal

Zurich North America announced key leadership changes within U.S. national accounts and underwriting as Heather Fox has been promoted to lead national accounts and Peter Caminiti was promoted to chief underwriting officer.

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PERSONAL INJURY POINTS 3: A SOLICITOR INJURED AT WORK FAILS TO ESTABLISH LIABILITY: A DOOR IS NOT WORK EQUIPMENT

Civil Litigation Brief

The question of what is work equipment can be a fairly fundamental one for personal injury lawyers. There can still be something akin to strict liability under the provisions of the Employer’s Liability (Defective Equipment) Act 1969. Here we consider.

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People Moves: AIG Taps Colombo From Swiss Re as CEO, Latin America and Caribbean; Willis Names Former Allianz Exec Vosloh as Head of Cyber for EMEA

Insurance Journal

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at American International Group and Willis. A summary of these new hires follows here.

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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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THE DEFENDANT’S DELAY LEADS TO COURT OF APPEAL REFUSING TO SET ASIDE DEFAULT JUDGMENT: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING PROMPT

Civil Litigation Brief

Today we are looking at a case where a defendant waited 16 months before applying to set aside a default judgment. That application to set aside was successful at first instance but overturned by the Court of Appeal. The Court.

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Coinbase Hackers Had Access to Customer Data Since January

Insurance Journal

Hackers had near-constant access to some of Coinbase Global Inc.’s most valuable customer data since January, according to a person familiar with the incident who asked not to be named discussing company matters.

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Uncovering Hidden Assets in a Divorce

Joseph, Hollander & Craft

Divorce proceedings are complex at the best of times, but if one spouse has hidden assets, the process can become even more involved. Finding hidden assets requires looking into all aspects of your spouses finances with the help of the experienced Kansas City divorce attorneys at Joseph, Hollander & Craft. What Is a Marital Asset? One of the most important aspects of divorce is the division of assets.

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Cyberattack-Hit M&S Says Food Availability Improving Every Day

Insurance Journal

British retailer Marks & Spencer said on Thursday food volumes flowing from its distribution centers to its stores were back to normal levels after product availability was hit by last month’s cyberattack.

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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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Can Your Next of Kin Deny Your Organ Donation Request?

Practice of Law

Organ donation is a legally binding decision if the potential donor is 18 years or older and has registered as a donor through an advanced medical directive, donor registry, or organ donor card. However, recent Arkansas legislation now allows family members to amend or revoke an organ donation. April is recognized as Donate Life Month, honoring organ donors and transplant recipients on waiting lists.

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Pilot’s Lack of Oxygen Cited as Likely Factor in 2023 Private Jet Crash in Virginia

Insurance Journal

A lack of oxygen that incapacitated the pilot and three passengers is likely what caused a private jet to become unresponsive before flying over the nation’s capital and prompting the military to scramble fighter jets in 2023, according to a …

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Florida Gets Served by Hamburger Chain Over Drag Ban

Practice of Law

Hamburger Mary's just served Florida's anti-drag law a major legal defeat. The LGBTQ-friendly restaurant successfully challenged Governor DeSantis's controversial measure, with an appeals court upholding a statewide stop to its enforcement. Florida Takes a Dragnet to 'Obscene' Performances If youve been to a Hamburger Marys, youll know that while the name might sound generic, the chain is far from your typical greasy spoon.

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People Moves: Delos Insurance Solutions Names Coffman CRO; Venbrook Promotes Lang

Insurance Journal

Delos Insurance Solutions Appoints Coffman CRO Delos Insurance Solutions appointed Jeremy Coffman to the newly created role of chief revenue officer.

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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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The AI Mullet: Transforming Government with Hybrid Intelligence

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Artificial intelligence continues to redefine the contours of public sector innovation. A standout development is the rise of hybrid AI architecturespairing Small Language Models (SLMs) with Large Language Models (LLMs)a strategic approach playfully dubbed the AI mullet. This trend, detailed by Wes Green of Invisible Technologies, reflects a maturing understanding of AIs role in balancing compliance, cost, and capability.

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Morton Salt Settles Ohio Discrimination Case with $75,000 Payment

Insurance Journal

Morton Salt, Inc. will pay $75,000 and provide other relief to settle a race, disability and retaliation discrimination case filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the federal agency announced.

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People Moves: Advocus Names Moore SVP of Illinois Operations

Insurance Journal

Advocus National Title Insurance Company, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, named Mike Moore senior vice president of Illinois operations.

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Three Killed in Fiery Truck-Car Pileup on Georgia Interstate

Insurance Journal

CALHOUN, Ga. (AP) Three people were killed and two others injured in a fiery wreck involving multiple vehicles and semi-trailers on the interstate that connects Atlanta to Chattanooga, Tennessee, authorities said.

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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.

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Sweltering Heat Wave Hits U.S. from Dakotas to Texas

Insurance Journal

Sweltering heat more commonly seen in the throes of summer than in the spring was making an unwelcome visit this week to a large portion of the U.S.

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US House Bill Reintroduced to Rid Federal Insurance Office of Subpoena Power

Insurance Journal

Rep. Scott Fitzgerald today reintroduced a bill to eliminate the subpoena power of the Federal Insurance Office (FIO). The Insurance Data Protection Act was first presented by Fitzgerald, R-Wis., to the U.S. House of Representatives in September 2023.

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Coinbase Says Bribed Workers Leaked Data to Hacker Seeking $20 Million in Ransom

Insurance Journal

Coinbase Global Inc. said hackers bribed contractors or employees outside the US to steal sensitive customer data and demanded a $20 million ransom, in one of the most high-profile security breaches of a crypto trading platform.

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People Moves: CRC Names New Underwriting Leaders and Senior VP

Insurance Journal

Birmingham-based CRC Group, a wholesale and specialty insurance broker, announced new hires in underwriting and company leadership. JV Franks, with some 25 years in the insurance brokerage business, was named underwriting team leader, based in New Orleans.

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The New Way of Conducting Patent Research: Proven Strategies For Efficient Due Diligence

Speaker: Andrew Klein and Jennifer Vandenplas

Patent due diligence processes take too long. The information you need is publicly available but accessing it is often tedious & inefficient, requiring you to wade through dozens of PTO websites or for-free tools to gather what you need. Plus, it frequently occurs late in the game, leaving professionals under pressure, sifting through chaotic 100-page PDFs, and frustrated with poorly formatted information & patent numbers.