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Some Lawyers Using Venmo Are Exposing Confidential Client Information — and they May Not Even Know It

Law Sites

Multiple lawyers who are using the payments app Venmo in their law practices are exposing client information to the public — and they may not even know it. These accounts expose client names and sometimes other details, such as payment amounts, the nature of the representation, or even the client’s financial straits. Model Rule 1.

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Mindset Shift: Building a Thriving Legal Business

Attorney at Work

Molly McGrath | Control your thoughts and you control your destiny. A law firm leader’s role is to find and develop top talent. This mindset shift helps you see people more clearly and make better decisions. The post Mindset Shift: Building a Thriving Legal Business appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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When Must a Motion to Compel Be Filed?  – Part 2

E-Discovery LLC

A few days ago, I addressed When Must a Motion to Compel Be Filed? (Aug. 26, 2024). The issue was addressed again four days later in Turner v. Apple, Inc., 2024 WL 4008763 (N.D. Ca. Aug. 30, 2024). The Turner court wrote that Turner waited too long to move to compel because a negotiating impasse triggered the duty to file such a motion. While Turner did not move to compel sooner, because the Turner parties continued to engage in good faith negotiations to resolve the discovery disputes, that goo

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Do Law Firms Use Email Marketing?

Lawmatics

In today's fiercely competitive legal market, firms are progressively embracing digital marketing not only to survive but to thrive. Whether it’s building relationships, showcasing expertise, or simply keeping your firm in the client's mind, digital marketing offers a buffet of options tailored to the unique needs of legal professionals. But among a plethora of strategies, which should your firm prioritize?

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Law Practice Management Platform Centerbase Now Automatically Captures Time Spent Working in Microsoft Word and Outlook

Law Sites

For some lawyers, tracking time is so tedious and onerous that they leave their law firms for jobs where hourly billing is not required, such as working inhouse at a corporation.

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Lawyers’ Note-Taking Habits: Analog Attorney Survey Results

Attorney at Work

Recently, Attorney at Work asked readers to share their note-taking habits and favorite note-taking tools. Read on for the results. The post Lawyers’ Note-Taking Habits: Analog Attorney Survey Results appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Court Denied Unopposed Motions for Protective Order and Approval of ESI Protocol

E-Discovery LLC

In Orlando Health, Inc. v. HKS Architects, Inc., 2024 WL 4025379 (M.D. Fl. Sept. 3, 2024), the court denied an unopposed motion to enter a protective order and an unopposed motion to enter an ESI Protocol. The Orlando Health court wrote: “Upon review, the motions fail to establish, by citation to legal authority or otherwise, that the Court’s entry of the proposed orders is necessary or appropriate, particularly in light of the parties’ agreement to the procedures set forth therein.

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The State of Knowledge Management and Innovation in Legal, with Patrick DiDomenico and Joshua Fireman

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Adobe Sign 101: Unlocking the Power of Adobe e-Signatures

Attorney at Work

Danielle DavisRoe | Acrobat Sign, Adobe’s competitor to DocuSign, is included with Adobe Acrobat licensing. The post Adobe Sign 101: Unlocking the Power of Adobe e-Signatures appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Discovery is the Lawyer’s X-Ray; However, an MRI May Not Be Reasonable

E-Discovery LLC

Khan v. County of Cook , 2024 WL 3984263 (N.D. Ill. Aug. 29, 2024), rejected “oceanic” discovery requests, while permitting reasonable ones. In Khan , the hospital for the Cook County jail had terminated a dentist, alleging malfeasance. The dentist disputed the allegation, claimed racial bias was the cause, and sued. The court wrote: “Not surprisingly, discovery in this case, like ‘the course of true love, [has been anything but] smooth.

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Update: NYC’s Largest Cab Insurer Ordered to Explore Sale After Losses

Insurance Journal

New York’s insurance regulator ordered American Transit Insurance Co. to immediately find capital and explore a sale in a damning report laying out its severe financial condition.

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How to Satisfy Constitutional and Statutory Standing Requirements in Patent Infringement Actions

IP Watchdog

The Federal Circuit’s precedential opinion in Intellectual Tech, LLC. v. Zebra Technologies Corporation is the most recent decision in a series of cases clarifying the requirements for when standing is proper for a patent infringement action. Intell. Tech., LLC. v. Zebra Techs. Corp., 101 F.4th 807 (Fed. Cir. 2024) (Zebra). Specifically, when addressing the standing question, Zebra provides guidance on which rights a patent owner may have granted to third parties without losing its most importan

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Strengthening Client Relationships: The Power of Q4 Non-Billable Meetings

Attorney at Work

Jay Harrington | One great way to add value for business clients is having a Q4 “off the clock” meeting to discuss the coming year. The post Strengthening Client Relationships: The Power of Q4 Non-Billable Meetings appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Is a “Composite” Video Admissible and Can a Police Officer “Narrate” It at Trial? – Part 2 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. A prior blog addressed the admissibility of a “composite” video prepared by the prosecution. This second blog will address the use of a police officer to narrate the composite video at trial.

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How One Florida Engineer Charged Others With Fraudulent Insurance Reports, Testimony

Insurance Journal

He’s been called “eccentric,” a “do-gooder,” a “troublemaker” and a whistleblower. And he may be the best friend the Florida property insurance industry has.

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Other Barks & Bites for Friday, September 6: House Version of PERA Introduced; Judicial Council Confirms Extension of Newman Suspension; OpenAI Asks Court to Dismiss Claims and Focus on Fair Use in Copyright Battle

IP Watchdog

This week in Other Barks & Bites: A House version of the Patent Eligibility Restoration Act (PERA) is introduced; Judge Pauline Newman’s suspension from hearing cases at the Federal Circuit, on which she has served for 40 years, is officially extended by the court’s Judicial Council; OpenAI asks a New York court to dismiss several claims in one of its copyright infringement lawsuits in order to focus on fair use; China strengthens IP ties with Belt and Road Initiative Partners; and a Texas

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Legal AI adoption needs specific use cases, trials and patience, expert panel says

Legal Dive

Lawyers have realized that integrating AI into their work will be challenging, but a strategic approach to how the software is used can help.

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EDRM Mentorship in Action: Holley Robinson’s Path in eDiscovery

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: EDRM’s commitment to mentorship is a key driver of success in the eDiscovery industry. Holley Robinson’s story highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and support in fostering new talent. For professionals entering the field, EDRM offers invaluable opportunities to learn from industry veterans, contribute to significant projects, and grow within a supportive network.

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Canada’s Insurance Sector Faces Deluge of Climate-Related Catastrophe Claims

Insurance Journal

Hotter summers in Canada that have sparked wildfires in tourist areas, intense hailstorms and thunderstorms with severe flooding in major cities, all likely linked to climate change, are leading to personnel shortages and potentially claims adjustment delays, according to insurance …

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SoftView Petitions Full Federal Circuit to Rehear Decision on Patentee Estoppel at USPTO

IP Watchdog

On August 30, SoftView LLC filed a petition for en banc rehearing with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC), arguing that the court’s recent decision incorrectly applied the doctrine of collateral estoppel/issue preclusion to a series of amended claims. In the original ruling, which was covered in a separate article, the CAFC held that the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) properly applied the estoppel provision of 37 CFR § 42.73(d)(3)(i) in invalidating SoftView’s amended

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Retail workers hail New York’s new panic-button law

Legal Dive

But the bill signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, which requires a host of safety measures to address store-based crime, was opposed by key trade groups.

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North Dakota DUI: The Administrative Consequences

SW&L Attorneys Blog

Since North Dakota is a rural state without a robust system of public transportation, the ability to drive is all but essential for most of its citizens. Driving enables us to make a living, shop for groceries, transport our children to and from school, visit friends and family, and perform countless other daily tasks. That’s why, despite the significant criminal penalties that may result from a DUI, the loss of driving privileges [1] as an administrative sanction can often be the harshest conse

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New York Regulator Orders Taxi Insurer to Weigh Sale After Losses

Insurance Journal

New York’s insurance regulator issued a damning report laying out the severely flawed financial condition of New York’s largest insurer of taxis and for-hire vehicles, as well as dozens of potential financial improprieties and accounting problems, warning that the consequences …

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Breaking the Status Quo: Why Legal Technology Providers Must Rethink the CTO Role

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: The role of the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) has traditionally been focused on managing infrastructure, security, and compliance. However, as the legal technology landscape evolves, limiting the CTO to this operational scope risks stifling innovation and business growth. Additionally, many legal technology providers face financial constraints that hinder investment in long-term innovation.

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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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Legal Fun With Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's Alleged "Breakup Plan"

Practice of Law

The internet has been abuzz with speculation after a "leaked" memo on Reddit appeared to reveal a comprehensive media plan for a supposed breakup between celebrities Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on September 28. This has led to renewed calls that the entire relationship was a PR stunt. So, was the memo real? Is the relationship? What are the legal implications?

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New York City’s Biggest Taxi Insurer Is Insolvent, Risking Transit Meltdown

Insurance Journal

In an unassuming white and blue office building in Freeport, a few miles into Nassau County, sits the headquarters of American Transit Insurance Co.

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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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A Serious Case of Prison Visit Blues

The Marshall Project

Tariq MaQbool reflects on disruptive COVID-era visitation restrictions that remain in effect at New Jersey State Prison.

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eBay, Its Effects, and the RESTORE Patent Rights Act

IP Watchdog

If the essence of patent rights—the right to exclude—is ever to be restored post-eBay, a new legislative vehicle for doing so has arrived in Congress. The Realizing Engineering, Science, and Technology Opportunities by Restoring Exclusive (RESTORE) Patent Rights Act is bipartisan and bicameral, as well as short and sweet—less than four pages.

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Risks Too Big for Insurers Just Fed a $200 Billion Market Boom in Captives

Insurance Journal

As the market for in-house insurance surpasses a record $200 billion, the underlying reasons for that boom show how a hotter, less stable planet is redrawing the risk map for corporations.

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High-Stakes Legal Battle: Potential Impacts of the Kroger-Albertsons Merger

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: The ongoing legal battle over Kroger’s proposed $25 billion acquisition of Albertsons has captured the attention of industry professionals and consumers alike, marking a potentially transformative moment for the U.S. grocery sector. As the largest supermarket merger in American history, this case is more than just a business transaction—it’s a high-stakes conflict that pits the Federal Trade Commission’s concerns about competition and consumer welfare again

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Generative Search Engines: Providing Answers Not Links

E-Discovery Team

Generative Search Engines (GSE) powered by AI are set to revolutionize online search. Unlike traditional keyword-based search, GSEs provide real-time, conversational responses without the need for specific keywords. These advanced engines can remember context, synthesize answers from multiple sources, and generate personalized, multimedia content. Despite their potential, GSEs face challenges such as reliability, biases, and errors inherent in AI models.

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In Win for Amazon, CAFC Okays Alice Step Two Inquiry at Alice Step One

IP Watchdog

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) today issued a precedential decision affirming a district court’s finding that patent claims directed to “receiving metadata and organizing the display of video content based on that metadata” are abstract. The CAFC also rejected the patent owner’s argument that the district court improperly performed an Alice step two inquiry at Alice step one.

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Landlords Face a $1.5 Trillion Commercial Real Estate Maturity Wall

Insurance Journal

Landlords for offices, apartment complexes and other commercial real estate have $1.5 trillion of debt due by the end of next year, and about a quarter of that borrowing could be hard to refinance, according to Jones Lang LaSalle Inc.

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Ex-Discover exec alleges age, gender bias in lawsuit

Legal Dive

Diane Offereins is suing the card network over roughly $7 million in clawed-back equity, claiming she was a “convenient scapegoat” for Discover’s card misclassification issue.

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Origin Story- How I Got Started in Personal Injury Law: A Journey of Mentorship, Humility, and a Wardrobe Malfunction

My Shingle

Adrianos Facchetti is a personal injury lawyer in Burbank, California, who brings a sincere and practical approach to cases, from auto accidents and dog bites to premises liability. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, Adrianos connects with a diverse client base. Fun fact: He first shared his legal insights on MyShingle.com back in 2009! Find out… The post Origin Story- How I Got Started in Personal Injury Law: A Journey of Mentorship, Humility, and a Wardrobe Malfunction appeared first on M

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