Fri.Dec 20, 2024

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What Was the Legal Tech Word of the Year? Hear About that and Other Stories Today on Legaltech Week Live

Law Sites

Join us live today at 3 p.m. ET for Legaltech Week, where today’s agenda includes the big reveal of the legal tech word of the year, a look back at some of the year’s top trends, and our panelists’ picks of the top stories of the week in legal tech and legal innovation.

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10 Best Legal Directories for Law Firms in 2025 + How To Choose One

MyCase

Legal directories are online platforms where attorneys and law firms showcase their expertise, credentials, and services. These directories serve as a vital resource for potential clients seeking legal help, offering quick access to detailed attorney profiles categorized by practice area, location, and reviews. Maintaining an up-to-date presence on law firm directories can enhance visibility while helping you build credibility and attract new leads.

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Generative AI is great for legal work — but make sure it’s monitored, judges say

Legal Dive

Magistrates say lawyers must understand how their AI tools work, supervise their teams, check results carefully and not fear experimenting with ways to use them.

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How to Prepare a 1099 for Attorney Fees and Settlements

MyCase

For solo attorneys and small law firms, maintaining Form 1099 compliance is essential to running a successful practice. However, navigating the complexities of the IRS Form 1099 reporting process throughout the year can be challenging. In this blog, youll learn the essential steps for preparing Form 1099 correctly. Well cover specific circumstances under which Form 1099 is required, such as a 1099 for attorney fees or payments to independent contractors, the differences between Form 1099-MISC an

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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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Liberty Mutual Weighs Sale of Thailand, Vietnam Assets

Insurance Journal

Liberty Mutual Holding Co. is considering a sale of its businesses in Thailand and Vietnam as the US insurer seeks to streamline its operations, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Other Barks & Bites for Friday, December 20: CAFC Affirms Orange Book Delisting; House IP Subcommittee Discusses Unfair SEP Licensing Practices in China; and the UK Considers AI and Copyright

IP Watchdog

This week on Other Barks & Bites: the Second Circuit affirmed a district courts summary judgment dismissing trademark infringement claims against PepsiCos MTN Dew Rise Energy drink; witnesses urged the House IP Subcommittee to address long-standing unfair practices in China related to standard-essential patents; the Senate holds a hearing on RESTORE, which proposes make it much easier for victorious patent owners to obtain a permanent injunction; the Ninth Circuit corrects Northern Californ

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Cops Took My Christmas Bike. Now I Give Kids the Freedom To Ride.

The Marshall Project

For formerly incarcerated activist Dorsey Nunn, the most wonderful time of the year is a holiday bicycle giveaway for kids with parents in prison.

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Global Warming Can’t Be Ignored, Montana’s Top Court Says, Upholding Landmark Climate Case

Insurance Journal

Montana’s Supreme Court upheld a landmark climate ruling that said the state was violating residents’ constitutional right to a clean environment by permitting oil, gas and coal projects without regard for global warming.

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COURT ALLOWS A CLAIMANT IN A CLINICAL NEGLIGENCE CASE TO CHANGE EXPERTS: THIS WAS NOT CASE OF “EXPERT SHOPPING”

Civil Litigation Brief

InAlan Prescott-Brann v Chelsea and Westminsters Hostpital NHS Foundation Trust & Anor[2024] EWHC 3314 (KB) Mr Justice Sweeting allowed and appeal and thus permitted the claimant in a clinical negligence case to rely on a new expert on key issues.

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Swiss Re’s Business Unit CEOs Share Views on Key Risk Themes of 2025

Insurance Journal

Social inflation will continue to be a top concern for insurers and reinsurers in 2025 with US liability claims increasing by 57% during the past decade and nuclear verdicts rising in frequency, said Swiss Re, pointing to jury awards above …

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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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Copyright on the Calendar: Top Cases of 2024 and What to Watch in 2025

IP Watchdog

Copyright law provided an arena for some of the most interesting legal battles in 2024. We review some highlights from 2024 below, as well as some cases to watch in 2025.

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Safeco to Stop Writing New Condo and Renter Policies in California

Insurance Journal

It appears another insurance carrier is turning sour on wildfire-prone California. Safeco, a Liberty subsidiary, is preparing to stop writing new condo and rental policies in California at the beginning of next year.

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Super Lawyers 2025

E-Discovery LLC

It is an honor to again be named as a Maryland Super Lawyer.

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G-7 Considers Options to Harden Price Cap on Russian Oil

Insurance Journal

Group of Seven nations are exploring ways to toughen the price cap on Russian oil as they seek to better target Moscow’s ability to fund its war against Ukraine, according to people familiar with the matter.

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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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How Big Tech’s AI arms race threatens data security

Legal Dive

The data security industry exists to secure its customers’ records. With some security companies selling data for AI training, it might be time for a quasi-governmental regulator to step in with standards.

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People Moves: Chubb’s Westchester Announces New Head of Programs, COO

Insurance Journal

Westchester, a Chubb Company and Chubb’s excess and surplus lines division, named Nick Gatt, previously chief operating officer (COO) for Westchester Programs, as head of Westchester Programs. Gatt will oversee strategy, underwriting and profitability.

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The Shadow Code: Uncovering the Hidden Power Structures Behind AI in Journalism

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Artificial intelligence is reshaping the journalism landscape, offering tools to enhance transparency and accuracy in reporting. Yet, as this groundbreaking study from the Media and Journalism Research Center highlights, a concerning paradox exists: many AI companies serving newsrooms fail to practice the same transparency they claim to promote.

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Singapore’s bolttech, Valued at $2.1 Billion, Raises More Than $100 Million

Insurance Journal

Singapore-headquartered insurance technology firm bolttech has raised more than $100 million in its latest funding round, led by Dragon Fund of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and fintech direct lender Liquidity Group, it said on Friday.

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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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Wearables at work can break the law if employers aren’t careful, EEOC warns

Legal Dive

A newly released fact sheet by the commission explains how employers may approach and use wearable technology, like smart watches, in the workplace.

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Self-Proclaimed Bitcoin Inventor Found in Contempt of Court After Lawsuit Loss

Insurance Journal

A computer scientist who falsely claims to be the inventor of Bitcoin was handed a suspended prison termafter being found in contemptof court by a London judge after a stinging lawsuit loss.

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CFPB sues JPMorgan, Bank of America, Wells Fargo over Zelle

Legal Dive

Zelle operator Early Warning Services rushed the platform to market to compete with the likes of Venmo and CashApp but without effective safeguards, the agency said.

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Palm Beach Revolt Forces Sylvester Stallone to Abandon Mansion Sea Barrier

Insurance Journal

In his movies, Sylvester Stallone has taken on drug cartels, Soviet troops and boxer Apollo Creed. But in real life, he had to beat a retreat against the Palm Beach Town Council.

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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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SEC Charges Silver Point Capital with Policy Failures Regarding Receipt of Material Nonpublic Information About Bonds Issued by Puerto Rico

Securities Docket

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged registered investment adviser Silver Point Capital L.P. with failing to establish, implement, and enforce written policies and procedures reasonably designed to prevent the misuse of material nonpublic information (MNPI) relating to its participation on creditors committees. According to the SECs complaint, one of Silver Points core strategies was to invest in distressed companies.

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Ships Canceled, Smelter Hit As Mozambique Braces for More Post-Election Disruption

Insurance Journal

Post-election protests rocking Mozambique since late October have interrupted trade and hampered a major aluminum smelter, with the southeast African nation braced for more disruption next week. The Constitutional Council is set to validate the disputed vote by Dec.

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Fraud Case Tied to $100 Million NJ Deli Ends in Guilty Pleas

Securities Docket

The last two defendants charged with scheming to inflate the value of a small New Jersey deli to more than $100 million pleaded guilty to fraud charges, a year after the ringleader of the plot confessed. Peter Coker Sr. and his son Peter Coker Jr. entered their pleas to securities fraud and conspiracy to commit securities fraud on Thursday before a federal judge in Camden, New Jersey, prosecutors said in a statement.

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Chicago Restaurant Owners to Pay $125K in Overtime Back Wages

Insurance Journal

The U.S. Department of Labor obtained a consent judgment and order in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois on Dec. 2, 2024, that requires D’Nuez Corp.

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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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THE WITNESS SUMMARY AT TRIAL: THE OLD FASHIONED APPROACH MAY WELL BE BEST

Civil Litigation Brief

In Waite v Skilton & Ors [2024] EWHC 3153 (Ch) Mr Recorder Adrian Jack (sitting as a High Court Judge) considered the practical problems that can arise where a witness gives evidence at trial following service of a witness summary.

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Grubhub to Pay $25M in Deceptive Business Settlement With Illinois AG and FTC

Insurance Journal

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) Grubhub Inc., an online food ordering and delivery platform, will pay $25 million to settle a dispute over alleged deceptive business practices with the Illinois attorney general and the Federal Trade Commission, officials said Tuesday.

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North Korean Hackers Stole Record $1.3 Billion in Crypto in 2024 – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

North Korea-linked hackers stole more from cryptocurrency platforms this year than ever before, according to Chainalysis Inc., showcasing rising capabilities that researchers say threaten US national security. Digital thieves linked to North Korea utilize advanced methods such as manipulating remote work opportunities and are responsible for more than half of the total $2.2 billion stolen from platforms in 2024, the blockchain analytics company said in a report Thursday.

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Cleveland Clinic Plans New Hospital, Larger Outpatient Center in South Florida

Insurance Journal

The Cleveland Clinic, a health care system with hospitals and clinics around the world, said it plans to build a 150-bed hospital in the Palm Beach area and will quadruple the size of an outpatient clinic there.

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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.