July, 2025

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Lawmatics Wins 2025 Sales & Marketing Technology of the Year Award

Lawmatics

SAN DIEGO, July 15 — Lawmatics announced today that it has been named a winner in the 2025 Sammy – Sales and Marketing Awards , presented by the Business Intelligence Group. The company was listed in the Growth Catalyst category for its impact in transforming how law firms attract, retain, and serve clients. “Sales and marketing are now operating as one, which means success demands not just great ideas or great tools, but a team that brings both together,” said Russ Fordyce, CEO of the Business

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

European Commission Unveils General-Purpose AI Code of Practice Ahead of AI Act Enforcement

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: The European Commission’s new General-Purpose AI Code of Practice arrives at a pivotal moment for professionals navigating compliance, security, and legal oversight in AI-rich environments. As general-purpose models underpin an increasing number of enterprise tools—from cybersecurity threat analysis to automated document review—this voluntary code provides actionable standards for transparency, copyright compliance, and systemic risk management.

article thumbnail

Starting and Restarting: Writing Techniques for Finding Focus and Flow

WA Bar News

COLUMN > Write to Counsel Illustration © Getty/Nuthawut Somsuk BY JACLYN C. CELEBREZZE As attorneys, writing is often a daily practice, yet finding dedicated time to draft is a constant conundrum. And when we do manage to carve out space for writing, staying focused and finding flow can be a problem. Because the clock is always ticking, increasing the pressure to produce.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Webinar Recap: Reporting Essentials: The Key to Unlocking Your Firm’s Growth

Lawmatics

As law firms pour ever-larger sums into digital marketing and client acquisition, growth hinges on more than a bigger budget — it hinges on knowing exactly which efforts drive revenue. Simply having data isn't enough; what matters is connecting data points so you see the story behind every lead and every dollar. In our latest webinar, Reporting Essentials: The Key to Unlocking Your Firm’s Growth, we were joined by Martin Kravchenko, co-founder and CTO of Swans, who showed exactly how to build th

article thumbnail

Europe’s Innovation Progress Faces Crossroads as 2025 Scoreboard Signals Momentum Shift

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: The 2025 European Innovation Scoreboard offers far more than a continental ranking—it presents a layered and strategic map of how innovation is evolving across key sectors and geographies. For professionals in cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery, its relevance is both practical and pressing. First, the scoreboard’s emphasis on digitalisation, cloud computing, and cross-border research collaborations signals where technological capacity—and thus risk—will co

article thumbnail

Journalists: How to Get Records the Criminal Justice System Doesn’t Want You to Have

The Marshall Project

Menu icon The Marshall Project Nonprofit journalism about criminal justice Search About Newsletters Donate A nonprofit news organization covering the U.S. criminal justice system Search Magnifying glass Local Network Cleveland Jackson St. Louis Projects Inside Story News Inside Life Inside Mauled The Language Project The Record The System Topics Death Penalty Immigration Juvenile Justice Mental Health Policing Politics Prison and Jail Conditions Prosecuting Pregnancy About About Us Local Network

article thumbnail

Boilers Expert Witness Case Summary

Expert Witness Blog

In the case of Rymers v. CPS Energy , No. 2021-CI-12345 (Bexar County Dist. Ct., Feb. 7, 2025), the testimony of a Boilers Expert Witness was instrumental in evaluating the causes and responsibilities surrounding a residential explosion that stemmed from a natural gas leak tied to aging infrastructure. The case involved claims of negligence and inadequate utility maintenance, ultimately resulting in a substantial jury verdict.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

147
147
article thumbnail

UK to End Paper Shares After 400 Years to Boost City’s Appeal – Bloomberg

Securities Docket

The UK will scrap paper stock certificates to cut costs for companies, as Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves seeks to fully digitize Britain’s capital markets in a bid to boost the competitiveness of the City. The ending of paper shares, an idea long called for by many FTSE 100 companies because of the administrative cost of issuing physical certificates and maintaining separate paper-based share registers, is due to be announced by Reeves at her Mansion House speech on Tuesday, according

40
article thumbnail

The “Best Time” to File a Spoliation Motion

E-Discovery LLC

A motion for spoliation sanctions was held to be “premature,” and the motion was denied without prejudice, in Taylor v. Walter Kidde Portable Equipment, Inc. , 2025 WL 1758347, at *15 (M.D.N.C. May 28, 2025), report and recommendation adopted , 2025 WL 1755911 (M.D.N.C. June 25, 2025). The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (and the Maryland Rules) are silent on the timing of spoliation motions.

Discovery 130
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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?

article thumbnail

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.

102
102
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Justice for the Community: Latina/o Bar Association of Washington Legal Clinic

WA Bar News

COLUMN > PRO BONO ORGANIZATION OF THE MONTH BY GLORIA DOMINGOS In a modest building on Beacon Hill, a legal revolution quietly unfolds each month. The El Centro de la Raza legal clinic does not just provide free legal advice; it transforms lives one 30-minute consultation at a time. Since 2007, this partnership between El Centro de la Raza and the Latina/o Bar Association of Washington (LBAW) has served as a vital lifeline for community members facing complex legal challenges with limited resour

article thumbnail

SEC Enforcement in the Second Quarter of 2025

Securities Docket

First, every case filed in district court alleged fraud. Last year, the U.S. Supreme Court held that, when the SEC seeks civil penalties for securities fraud, the defendant is entitled to a jury trial. See SEC v. Jarkesy, 603 U.S. 109, 120-21 (2024). So, it is no surprise that the SEC now files all of its fraud cases in district court (where a jury is available) and not in its administrative forum (where cases are decided by administrative law judges).

52
article thumbnail

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!

article thumbnail

Panel of Experts for Everyone About Anything – Part Two: Demonstration by analysis of an article predicting new jobs created by AI

E-Discovery Team

Ralph Losey's article continues the exploration of AI's impact on employment, expanding on ideas presented in Part One. He demonstrates new software, "Panel of Experts for Everyone About Anything," while discussing job types emerging from AI integration, notably the “Sin-Eater” role proposed by Professor Ethan Mollick, designed for humans to manage AI errors.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Want to See What Lawyers Are Actually Doing with AI?

My Shingle

If you’ve been wondering how attorneys are actually using AI—not hypotheticals, but real tools in real practices—this is your chance to see it all in action. The AI Teach-In Recordings are now available for lifetime access. More than 20 practicing lawyers walk through how they’re using ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and other AI tools for everything from discovery… The post Want to See What Lawyers Are Actually Doing with AI?

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Insurance Coverage for Alleged Violations of the Wage Transparency Statute

WA Bar News

Illustration © Getty/Pogonici BY CHARLES K. DAVIS The opinions and viewpoints expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the opinions or positions of the author’s law firm or its clients. Effective Jan. 1, 2023, the Washington State Legislature updated Washington’s Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA) with a new provision that requires employers (with 15 or more employees) to include a salary range in every job posting.

article thumbnail

Automotive Engineering Expert Witness Case Summary

Expert Witness Blog

In the case of Druzba v. Honda Motor Company, Ltd. , No. 2:21-cv-00123 (D. Vt. May 15, 2024), the testimony of an Automotive Engineering Expert Witness played a central role in evaluating allegations of vehicle design defects following a fatal traffic accident. The case illustrates the critical importance of expert testimony in automotive product liability litigation, especially when questions arise regarding crashworthiness and structural integrity.

article thumbnail

Stonehenge: Ancient Order, Modern Insight

Complex Discovery

Editor’s Note: In an age where digital information moves at the speed of light and context is often lost in the noise, this article offers a striking reminder: structure endures. By drawing a parallel between the ancient engineering of Stonehenge and the architecture of modern data systems, this cultural perspective encourages readers in the eDiscovery ecosystem and beyond to consider how perspective, precision, and intentional design shape understanding.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Cybersecurity Bosses Grow Increasingly Worried About AI Attacks and Misuse

Insurance Journal

Nearly a quarter of cybersecurity bosses said their companies have experienced an attack powered by artificial intelligence in the past year, according to a new survey in which AI risk emerged as the defining challenge.

101
101
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Courts Favor Targeted eDiscovery Collections, but It Is Up to In-House Teams to Enable Such Cost Saving Proportional Efforts

Next Generation E-Discovery Law & Tech Blog

By John Patzakis Corporate legal departments face ever-increasing costs and risk related to eDiscovery, driven largely by excessive and indiscriminate data collection. Many organizations default to an overbroad “collect everything” approach out of an abundance of caution or due to inefficient workflows imposed by third-party service providers or even outside counsel.

article thumbnail

Affinity Bar Spotlight > Latina/o Bar Association of Washington

WA Bar News

Q&A with LBAW President Zaida C. Rivera and LBAW President-Elect Sergio A. Garcidueñas-Sease . Q. How and when did your bar association get started? The Latina/o Bar Association (LBAW) has been in existence for approximately 36 years. It was founded in 1989 by Sandra Madrid and Dan Gandara, initially named the Washington State Hispanic Bar Association (WSHBA) with the goal of bringing together Latina/o legal professionals and recruitment for law students.

article thumbnail

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!