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A federal appeals court recently made a significant decision in a death penalty case, granting relief to the inmate who challenged his sentencing. The court found that an Ohio judge displayed bias by involving...

Businesses operating in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region need to be aware of the increasing focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues. Regulators are actively enforcing ESG laws and regulations, making compliance a top...

A recent incident at a town court in Palermo, New York, has led to a lawyer and two others being charged with misdemeanors. Lawyer Salvatore F. Lanza, 66, of the Lanza Law Office in...

Judge Denies Recusal Bid in Zantac Case, Urges Swift AppealIn a recent development within the Zantac mass tort litigation, Judge Joshua Roberts of the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas has made a significant ruling...

A boutique law firm in Washington, D.C. is making waves by taking on legal challenges to liberal policies, such as corporate diversity programs, environmental regulations, and job protections for transgender individuals. The firm, Boyden...

Victoria Santoro Takes the HelmThe Massachusetts Bar Association welcomed Victoria Santoro as its new president for the 2024-25 membership year, marking the beginning of a promising era for the organization. With a background as...

Law.com has been delving into the world of law through data visualizations, shedding light on critical legal stories. This week, various trends and insights have emerged from the legal industry, providing valuable information for...

Navigating Wealth as a New Partner: Essential Things to KnowWhen it comes to wealth, things can get complicated. There are plenty of stories out there about successful lawyers who have lost their wealth. It's...

So, get this, Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton, you know, the big law firm? Yeah, they're closing down their Frankfurt office after being there for, like, 34 years. Crazy, right? They're moving all their...

The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement recently conducted a field hearing to address the impact of the border crisis on North Dakota. During the hearing, various experts and officials shared...

Mastering Legal Writing: Strategies for Effectively Communicating Complex ConceptsIn the realm of legal writing, the ability to explain intricate concepts to intelligent readers is a crucial skill that lawyers must master. Just like journalists...

2025 California Legal Awards: Nominations Now OpenThe city of Los Angeles is abuzz with excitement as the 2025 California Legal Awards have officially opened their nominations for this prestigious event. Taking place on June...

Law Firm Surprises Associates with Spring BonusesIn a delightful turn of events, the esteemed law firm Knobbe Martens has recently announced a heartwarming gesture by offering special spring bonuses to their hardworking associates. The...

Prosecutor's Nude Photo Scandal Sparks Controversy and Conflicts in Federal CourtA shocking revelation has emerged in the legal world, causing a stir of controversy and conflicts within the federal court system. The scandal involves...

Tom Girardi, the well-known attorney, arrived at the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California in downtown Los Angeles, on a day filled with uncertainty. His lawyers were seeking a new trial,...

This week, Law.com is delving into crucial legal trends through data visualizations. From law school application rates in Georgia to the top M&A deal leads, and the legal landscape of lookback laws, there is...

Coinbase Welcomes Ryan VanGrack as VP of Legal and Global Head of LitigationCoinbase Global Inc. has made a significant addition to its legal team by appointing Ryan VanGrack as the vice president of legal...

Private equity firms have increasingly been acquiring health care providers, raising concerns about the impact of profit-maximizing motives on patient care. Critics argue that the goals of private equity firms, which aim to maximize...

Baltimore City Government Seeks $11B for Opioid Abatement CostsThe recent opioid crisis has taken a toll on many cities across the United States, and Baltimore is no exception. Susman Godfrey, an office based in...

The tourism industry, along with the rest of the world, faced a major disruption on July 19 due to a system update by CrowdStrike, a relatively unknown company. This update led to a catastrophic...

Retired U.S. Bankruptcy Chief Judge Emeritus A. Jay Cristol, who served on the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Florida, passed away at the age of 95. Judge Cristol was appointed to...

Federal Judge Removed from Sealed Suit Involving Alleged Underage DrinkingIn a shocking turn of events, a federal judge has been dropped from a lawsuit involving alleged significant underage drinking at a party...

A Washington, D.C., church has gained control of the trademark owned by the far-right group Proud Boys International, following an injunction issued by Judge Tanya M. Jones Bosier of the District of Columbia Superior...

The Biden-Harris administration's Department of Justice recently took legal action against Southwest Key, the largest private housing provider for unaccompanied alien children (UAC) in the United States. The lawsuit alleges that Southwest Key has...

A new policy in Hennepin County, Minnesota, that lets prosecutors think about racial identity in plea deals has caused a stir at the U.S. Department of Justice. They're poking around to see if the...

Artificial Intelligence & RoboticsSo like, this AI-generated video came out where a man who got killed in a road-rage incident forgave his killer. Judge Todd Lang was all impressed by it and even gave...

X Corp., previously known as Twitter Inc., is facing legal battles over its rebranding to just the letter 'X'. Last week, a trademark infringement lawsuit was filed against X Corp. by DB Communications LLC...

Amazon, the e-commerce giant, has been hit with a significant patent infringement verdict in a Waco federal court. The verdict requires Amazon to pay $122 million due to the infringement. This legal battle highlights...

The strained relationship between the U.S. Supreme Court and Congress has recently come under the spotlight, with Chief Justice John Roberts Jr. pointing fingers at "public officials" for dangerous remarks about the courts. In...

The recent decision by the Federal Circuit regarding induced infringement claims has brought to light an important aspect of the Hatch-Waxman Act. This case involving Amarin and Hikma sheds light on the use of...

Judge Kevin Mullins was a respected jurist known for his dedication to upholding the law and serving justice in his courtroom. Tragically, his life was cut short when he was killed in court, leaving...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has been actively shaping patent law this year with a total of 30 precedential opinions issued in the first five months of 2024. These opinions...

After years of practicing law in a bustling urban setting, Roy Ferguson took a leap of faith by moving to the quiet town of Marfa, Texas, with a population of less than 2,000. This...

In a recent ruling that has sent shockwaves through the legal community, Chief Justice Andrew Bell of New South Wales has prohibited the use of generative artificial intelligence in the preparation of legal documents....

The Federal Court of Australia recently made a decision to grant relief to a company under section 1317S of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) after finding that the company had contravened two civil penalty...

Rudy Giuliani, the former mayor of New York City, has been making headlines recently due to his involvement in the ongoing investigation into President Trump's alleged ties to Ukraine. Giuliani's finances are now under...

In a landmark decision following over $15 billion in settlements involving harmful PFAS chemicals found in public drinking water, a special master has recommended the distribution of more than $1 billion in attorney fees....

In a recent court case involving a medical malpractice lawsuit, the Tennessee Court of Appeals made a significant ruling that overturned a lower court's decision to exclude a plaintiff's expert witness. The case revolved...

The New York City Bar Association strongly criticized a group of federal judges for their recent actions regarding a letter sent to Columbia University. The judges, including those appointed by former President Donald Trump,...

Summary: The article discusses the use of DNA evidence in solving cold cases, focusing on CeCe Moore and her work in forensic genetic genealogy. The author recounts watching an episode of The Genetic Detective, a...

In the early hours of June 3, 2024, NYPD officers Christopher Abreu and Richard Yarusso were investigating a robbery when they encountered 19-year-old Bernardo Castro Mata, an illegal alien from Venezuela, driving a motorized...

Jury selection has officially begun in Tom Girardi's criminal trial. This high-profile case has garnered much attention in the legal community, and now the process of selecting jurors is underway.Tom Girardi, a well-known attorney,...

California lawmakers are considering a new bill that would provide smartphone subsidies to undocumented immigrants in the state. This proposal is part of a larger trend in which states are increasingly offering benefits and...

Legal Ramifications of AI-Generated Deepfake VideosThe issue of deepfake videos infiltrating courtrooms as evidence presents a longstanding challenge that continues to evolve with advancements in technology. Damien Riehl, vice president of vLex, a global...

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and the Reproductive Equity Now Foundation recently announced the establishment of an abortion legal hotline. This initiative aims to ensure that patients, medical providers, and the public are informed...

As a journalist, I came across an interesting article in the local newspaper discussing the legalities of delayed payments as a defense against bribery. The article delves into the concept of "Paid After" arrangements,...

Challenges Faced by Lawyers in Small Town After Judge's DeathIn a small town like Hazard, Kentucky, the legal community was thrown into disarray following the unexpected death of Judge Scott Blair. Attorney General Russell...

A New York judge is facing potential removal from her position after being accused of influencing police to arrest four young Black men at a chaotic party. The state's judicial watchdog has recommended her...

Diandra "Fu" Debrosse, the 45-year-old Managing Partner at DiCello Levitt in Birmingham, Alabama, has a wealth of experience in mass tort litigation, civil and human rights litigation, class actions, and public client and products...

President-elect Donald Trump has been facing his fair share of legal battles, and the latest ruling from Acting Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan adds another layer to the unfolding drama. The judge decided not...