July, 2025

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The Next Legal Nightmare: Compliance Risks of Unmanaged AI and SaaS Access

Attorney at Work

Excessive permissions, orphaned accounts, and unsanctioned AI tools operating in the shadows — all of which create a minefield of regulatory and litigation exposure. The post The Next Legal Nightmare: Compliance Risks of Unmanaged AI and SaaS Access appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Three Motions for Sanctions Denied Under ESI Rule and Common Law

E-Discovery LLC

In two related decisions, plaintiff’s motions for sanctions for spoliation of a cell phone and for destruction of drug testing swabs, were denied. Cooper v. Baltimore Gas & Electric Co., 2025 WL 1403350 (D. Md. May 15, 2025)(Coulson, J.)( “ Cooper I ”); Cooper v. Baltimore Gas & Electric Co., 2025 WL 1403334 (D. Md. May 15, 2025)(Coulson, J.)(“ Cooper II ”).

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EvenUp Enhances Its Platform for PI Lawyers with Two New Features: AI Playbooks and Voice Agent

Law Sites

EvenUp, a legal technology company leveraging AI to transform personal injury law, today announced two new products that expand the capabilities of its platform for performing case analysis and for keeping in contact with clients: AI Playbooks and Voice Agent.

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Mexico Criminals Rob Truck Full of Gold, Silver Concentrate

Insurance Journal

Armed thieves robbed a truck carrying 33 tons of gold and silver concentrate belonging to Grupo Minero Bacis, costing the company millions of dollars in losses.

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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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10 Important Tips for Scheduling an International Deposition (Updated)

Planet Depos

The process of scheduling an international deposition can have several moving pieces, from counsel’s and the witness’ schedule to arranging for a court reporter, videographer, and/or interpreter. And then there’s finding an appropriate location, coordinating travel, organizing exhibits, setting up special services, as well as planning for the necessary technology needed to make the deposition run smoothly.

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Perspectives on the PTAB’s 70% All Claims Invalidation Rate

IP Watchdog

We have written before about the Patent Trial and Appeal Board’s (PTAB’s) 70% all-claims invalidation rate. That article explained (using numbers from the PTAB statistics page) that when a patent is subjected to an IPR, the all-claims invalidation rate is 70%. The all-claims invalidation rate is the rate at which the PTAB finds all challenged claims invalid (unpatentable), effectively killing off the patent.

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Privilege Log Entry Was Relevant to Inquiry Notice Where Time-Bar Was at Issue

E-Discovery LLC

A privilege log had substantive implications in Cáceres v. Sidley Austin LLP , 2025 WL 1826140 (N.D. Ga. Jul. 2, 2025). This is parallel to Conner v. Stark & Stark, P.C., 2025 WL 1694052 (D.N.J. June 17, 2025)(unpublished), where a Privilege Log Helped Defeat Summary Judgment on One Count (Jun. 17, 2025). In Connor , privilege log entries were inconsistent with a litigant’s testimony about when termination was first discussed.

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On LawNext: How LexisNexis and Harvey Are Partnering to Reshape Legal AI, with LexisNexis CEO Sean Fitzpatrick

Law Sites

When legal research giant LexisNexis and legal AI giant Harvey announced a strategic alliance last month, legal tech commentator Richard Tromans called it “possibly the most important legal tech move in a decade.

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US Chamber Report Examines Copyright Value and Piracy Harms

Insurance Journal

Copyright protections don’t just help individuals, they hold up a good part of the U.S. economy, according to a report from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. The U.S.

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International Depositions and the Videoconference Benefit (Updated)

Planet Depos

International depositions involve so many details. You could (we have, in fact) make a list, or a few lists, of those details to keep on track. The length of a list or two may intimidate some, while a detail here and there may make another person cringe. A list of travel requirements is an obvious example of a list with tedious, annoying tasks no one really wants to bother about.

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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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University of Exeter and CCDCOE Publish Cyber Law Handbook Guiding Nation States in Peace and Conflict

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: As cyberspace becomes an increasingly contested domain for both cooperation and confrontation, the articulation of legal norms governing state behavior has never been more vital. The recently published Handbook on Developing a National Position on International Law and Cyber Activities: A Practical Guide for States —co-authored by Professor Kubo Mačák, Dr.

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New Survey Uncovers Key Factors in Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer

Attorney at Work

A recent survey by iLawyer Marketing sought to identify key decision-making factors for consumers when hiring a personal injury attorney. The post New Survey Uncovers Key Factors in Hiring a Personal Injury Lawyer appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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Request for “Discovery on Discovery” Was Overbroad; Uber Deponent Was Ordered to Bring Uber Laptop to Deposition; Discovery About Uber Information Governance Training Resolved

E-Discovery LLC

In In Re: Uber Technologies, Inc., Passenger Sexual Assault Litigation , 2025 WL 1393216 (N.D. Cal. May 14, 2025), the court resolved discovery disputes over a corporate designee deposition under Fed.R.Civ.P. 30(b)(6). The court: Narrowed a request for “discovery on discovery”; Ordered that, with limitations, Uber’s deponent must bring an Uber laptop to the deposition; and, Addressed discovery into alleged training to overuse privilege designations.

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What Happens When A Law Firm’s AI Goes Dark? A Column By Jennifer Case

Law Sites

Google’s recent outage wasn’t just an inconvenience — it was a wake-up call. As more and more law firms rely on AI tools and AI agents to perform critical tasks, they’re potentially creating a dangerous dependency that could paralyze key aspects of their practice when (not if) the AI grid goes down.

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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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South Korea Penalizes ‘Negligent’ SK Telecom Over Major Data Leak

Insurance Journal

South Korean authorities ordered on Friday SK Telecom to strengthen data security and imposed a fine after the country’s biggest mobile carrier was hit by a cyberattack that caused the leak of 26.96 million pieces of user data.

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Stress-Free International Depositions (Updated)

Planet Depos

By Suzanne Quinson The additional layers involved in coordinating international depositions can act as stress triggers. Anything out of the ordinary can bring out one’s apprehensive side, and even paralegals and attorneys with international deposition experience can become a bit anxious when they determine that a deposition in India or France is necessary.

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EU Publishes Code of Practice as Deadline for AI Act’s Provisions on General-Purpose AI Models Nears

IP Watchdog

The European Commission on Thursday published “The General-Purpose AI Code of Practice,” which is meant to complement the European Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act approved last year. The Code was developed by 13 independent experts across four working groups and with input from over 1,000 stakeholders, according to the European Commission. The EU AI Act came into force on August 1, 2024, with most provisions of the regulation applying as of August 2, 2026.

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Lawyers, Are Your Emotional Walls Holding You Back?

Attorney at Work

Gray Robinson says the walls think protect you are likely keeping you from the things you want most. Instead, focus on building character. The post Lawyers, Are Your Emotional Walls Holding You Back? appeared first on Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and Lawyers.

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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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Party’s Motion to Quash Subpoena Denied for Lack of Standing

E-Discovery LLC

The entire opinion in Metro Light and Power LLC v. Furnlite , 2025 WL 1805793 (S.D.N.Y. Jul. 1, 2025), states: Defendants oppose the non-party subpoenas on undue burden and relevance grounds. But a “party lacks standing to challenge subpoenas issued to non-parties on the grounds of relevancy or undue burden.” Universitas Educ., LLC v. Nova Grp., Inc., 2013 WL 57892, at *5 (S.D.N.Y.

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BRICS Pushes for UN-Led AI Governance at Rio Summit

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: BRICS is making waves in international AI policy. At a pivotal summit in Rio de Janeiro, the coalition of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, along with other member nations, called on the United Nations to spearhead global regulation of artificial intelligence. This initiative positions AI not just as a tech issue but as a cornerstone of geopolitical strategy, socioeconomic equity, and digital sovereignty.

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AI-Driven MGA ‘Augmented UW’ Launches to Serve Smart-Follow Insurance Market

Insurance Journal

Augmented UW Ltd., the AI-driven managing general agent, has launched in London to serve the smart-follow insurance market.

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The Science of Visual Persuasion: How Graphics Influence Juror Decision-Making

Sound Jury Blog

In the courtroom, clarity is power. No matter how sound a legal argument may be, if a jury doesn’t fully understand it — or can’t remember it — the advantage is lost. That’s why graphics aren’t just decoration in a trial presentation; they’re strategic tools that can sway outcomes. Visuals speak the language of jurors. The human brain is wired to process and retain visual information far more efficiently than text or speech.

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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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Coping with Alice: Strategies for Winning on Patent Eligibility | IPWatchdog Unleashed

IP Watchdog

This week on IPWatchdog Unleashed we dive into patent eligibility waters, with a discussion on how patent attorneys and litigators alike can cope with Alice. Our conversation will triangulate patent eligibility from the political perspective, from the perspective of a patent litigator who represents patent owners in federal court, and from the perspective of a patent attorney who represents clients as they attempt to obtain software patents.

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Big Cases Demand Big Case Management Talent (Updated)

Planet Depos

Big cases demand big talent. Multi-party, MDL, IP, big pharma, construction defect, you name it, these are the high-stake cases demanding top talent and experience. These litigation giants require coordinating multiple calendars, managing a massive number of exhibits, and sometimes traveling thousands of miles for international depositions. Lengthy litigation matters such as these require case management from start to finish.

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Based on the ESI Protocol, the Limiting “Apex Deposition” Doctrine Applied to Objections to the Designation of a Document Custodian

E-Discovery LLC

A motion to compel the designation of an “apex” non-party document custodian was granted in In Re Mosaic LLM Litigation , 2025 WL 176001 (N.D. Cal. Jun. 26, 2025). The limiting “apex doctrine” generally does not apply to document custodians. Id. However, the stringent “apex doctrine” applied in this instance, due to the terms of an ESI Protocol.

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Strategic AI and the Shifting Role of IT in Enterprise Innovation

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: Artificial intelligence is redefining the strategic core of enterprise growth, and this article illustrates how. Drawing on recent research, including the study “The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the New Quality Productive Forces of Enterprises” , and expert insights from industry leaders, it highlights how AI is evolving from a back-end enhancer to a front-line force for enterprise innovation.

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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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Three Killed in Houthi Attacks on Cargo Ships, One Vessel Sinks in Red Sea

Insurance Journal

Houthi attacks on cargo ships in the Red Sea killed three crew members, sank one vessel, and left a second without propulsion in signs the Tehran-backed group is once again escalating assaults in the vital trade route.

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AALL State of the Profession Report Charts How Law Libraries Are Navigating AI, Hybrid Work, and Expanding Roles

Law Sites

Law libraries across academia, private practice, and government are contending with rapid changes in technology, staffing, and service delivery, according to the 2025 State of the Profession report released this week by the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL).

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CAFC Upholds Win for Janssen on Patent for Antipsychotic Med Dosing Regimen

IP Watchdog

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) on Tuesday in a precedential decision authored by Judge Taranto affirmed a New Jersey district court’s ruling that Teva Pharmaceuticals USA did not prove the asserted claims of Janssen Pharmaceuticals’ patent for dosing regimens of antipsychotic medications invalid for obviousness.

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The Vital Role of Personal Connection in a Tech-Driven Legal Landscape

Optima Juris

In litigation, speed can move a case forward—but precision is what makes it hold up in court. With artificial intelligence rapidly evolving and legal tech platforms promising faster, cheaper, and smarter solutions, it’s easy to assume that machines will soon replace many of the roles that once required a human mind. But if there’s anything we’ve learned in this tech-driven era, it’s this: technology may improve our tools, but it cannot replace human judgment, empathy, and accountability.

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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!