Unbundling take-up in Decrease However watchdog still sees untapped Marketplace
More must be done to encourage unbundling to customers and convince attorneys to not be scared of offering it, the Legal Services Consumer Panel has concluded. In its most recent evaluation of the unbundling...
Ancestry.com Triumphs Over Publicity Claims Regarding Yearbook Photos
Ancestry.com Prevails in Lawsuit Over Yearbook PhotosAs students across the nation head back to school, Ancestry.com can breathe a sigh of relief after a significant legal victory in a case involving the use of...
Revived Workplace Retaliation Lawsuit Against Biden’s HHS Secretary
The Lewis F. Powell Jr. U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit Courthouse and Annex in Richmond, Virginia was the setting for a recent ruling that has revived a workplace retaliation lawsuit against...
Session Cases At 200: The Intellect of This Institutional Writers
The outcomes will be shown in due course.I have a specific affection for this instance, which I contended for the appellants. In these days, in the couple of weeks before Parliament declared in November,...
Transparent Open Source AI: Increasing Accountability and Trust
Transparent Open Source AI: Increasing Accountability and TrustAs the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, the debate over the openness of AI code is gaining prominence. Similar to the early days of...
Brown warns that clearing the court backlog could take many years
Justice SecretaryKeith BrownAccording to the Scottish Courts, it will take many years for them to clear their backlog of civil and criminal cases.While visiting the new PS23 million, Mr Brown spoke.Inverness Justice CentreThe public...
Remembering President Jimmy Carter: A Tribute to a Dedicated Teacher
Remembering President Jimmy Carter: A Tribute to a Dedicated TeacherNicholas W. Allard, the founding Randall C. Berg Jr. dean of the Jacksonville University College of Law, reflects on the enduring legacy of former President...
Construction Industry lags behind rest of UK
A survey of building companies in Northern Ireland discovered a net balance of +8 percent reporting increasing workloads in Q1 2021, up from -18 percent in the past quarter.Whilst public home (+75 percent )...
Jones Day Hires Nearly 100 SCOTUS Clerks in 12 Years; How Many in Current...
Jones Day: The Supreme Court Clerks Hiring SpreeJones Day, a prominent law firm, has made headlines by hiring nearly 100 former U.S. Supreme Court law clerks over the past 12 years. The latest addition...
Independent UN expert Requires Julian Assange’s Launch, cites prison COVID Epidemic
"Mr. Assange isn't a criminal convict and poses no danger to anybody, therefore his prolonged solitary confinement at a top security prison is neither necessary nor proportionate and obviously lacks any legal foundation", stated...
Resilience of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Chief Counsel: Overcoming Challenges with Determination
Marc Nichols, the chief counsel of the Federal Aviation Administration, has overcome numerous challenges to reach the position he holds today. Despite a difficult childhood marked by poverty, his mother's struggles with addiction, and...
Stephen Hughes joins Arnot Manderson Advocates
Advocates for Arnot MandersonHas been welcomedStephen HughesTo the stableHughes has nearly 25 years of legal experience. His experience includes employment and criminal law. He represents both multinational and national companies in employment tribunals throughout the country.Hughes...
Police officers alone to verify the public
Police Scotland has introduced a verification process for officers to ensure that all members of the public are reassured about their safety and to verify whether they are speaking to a real officer.This is...
Digital Health Law Update: Key Insights and Trends for Spring 2024
Welcome to the latest update on digital health law trends and insights for Spring 2024. In this curated compilation, we provide you with key developments in the legal and regulatory landscape of digital health....
Shared Parenting Scotland’s new edition of the child welfare report guide
Scotland's Shared ParentingA revised and updated guide for child welfare reports and child welfare journalists has been published.If separated parents are unable to agree on time arrangements with their children, they could end up...
BigLaw Firms Adjust Associate Bonuses to Market Rates
BigLaw Firms Adjust Associate Bonuses to Market RatesIn a surprising turn of events, two prominent BigLaw firms, Hogan Lovells and Perkins Coie, have made a significant decision regarding associate bonuses. Initially, associates were informed...
America’s immigration impasse is self-inflicted. It does not need to be
Analysis: Amid debates within the boundary,"Dreamers" and sweeping immigration accounts, specialists say politics ignores the obvious: Immigration laws must continually be adjusted, reformed and revised.America's immigration impasse -- an infinite loop across various administrations...
Ministers to establish advisory committee to help Pick next Chief Justice
Justice Minister Helen McEntee yesterday procured cabinet approval for the constitution of a non-statutory advisory committee to think about the suitability of applicants and make recommendations .The committee will include a senior associate of...
Reform of the legal complaints system is still in limbo
The majority of lawyers are opposed to theThe Scottish governmentThe results of a consultation revealed that there were proposals to reform the legal complaint system.The majority of respondents disagreed or strongly opposed the majority...
DOJ Nominees on Following Court Orders: Uncertain Stance
During a recent Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, two Department of Justice nominees faced tough questions about their views on following court orders. D. John Sauer, the nominee for U.S. solicitor general, and Aaron Reitz,...
Federal Judge Removed from Sealed Suit Involving Alleged Underage Drinking
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...
Promoting Diversity as a National Imperative at Women’s IP Forum
Promoting Diversity as a National Imperative at Women’s IP ForumIn a groundbreaking event held by IPWatchdog, the Women’s IP Forum brought together leaders in the intellectual property field to discuss the importance of promoting...
Beverley Addison: Saying “I do” to equal marriage
LGBTQ+ people have had to fight for equality in marriage for a long time. In 2003, when Celia Kitzinger (British citizen) and Sue Wilkinson (Canadian citizen), were legally married in Canada, this inequality became a...
Law Firms to Expand Associate Hiring in Key Practice Areas, Recruiters Note
Law Firms Anticipate Significant Expansion in Associate Hiring Across Key Practice AreasLaw firms are gearing up to increase their associate hiring in key practice areas, as recruiters observe a positive trend in the legal...
Attorney Arrested for Theft and Assault: Legal Troubles Unraveled
Hey there folks, so I got some juicy news for you straight out of Albany, New York. A lawyer named Luke Malamood, who's 40 years old, is in some hot water. Apparently, he's been...
Federal Circuit rules landlords can pursue takings suit over COVID-19 eviction moratorium
Landlords now have the opportunity to pursue legal action against the federal government for violating the Fifth Amendment's takings clause by imposing a moratorium on evictions. This decision was made by a federal appeals...
Sullivan & Cromwell Report Finds No Conflicts in Representing Samuel Bankman-Fried
Sullivan & Cromwell Report Finds No Conflicts in Representing Samuel Bankman-FriedA recent report by a court-appointed bankruptcy examiner has revealed that Sullivan & Cromwell did not overlook any "red flags" indicating misconduct while representing...
Renewed Allegations of Sotera Stipulation Abuse by Independent Inventor at CAFC
Independent Inventor Carrie Hafeman Challenges PTAB's Invalidation of Patent Claims at CAFCLast week, independent inventor Carrie Hafeman filed an opening brief for the appellant at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit...
Usha Vance Departing Munger Tolles as Trump Chooses JD Vance for Running Mate
Usha Vance, the wife of Senator J.D. Vance, has decided to step down from her role as a litigation associate at the law firm Munger, Tolles & Olson. This announcement came shortly after J.D....
Decoding the Migrant Situation in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is currently facing a challenging situation with migrants, and this has been a trending topic in recent days. The influx of migrants has led to various issues within the state, including the presence...
Judge Kevin Mullins: Profile of the Jurist Killed in Court | Law.com
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...
Trump’s Influence Over Government Agencies: Organs of Congress Explained
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order that significantly increases his control over independent agencies, raising legal questions that may be resolved by the U.S. Supreme Court. The order, unveiled on Tuesday, mandates...
‘Young and Gifted barrister’ Katie Dawson Goes away
Friends and coworkers of Katie Dawson BL have paid tribute to the"youthful and gifted barrister" later she passed away yesterday.The King's Inns tweeted:"RIP into our brave and much adored alumna, Katie Dawson BL. Everybody...
Kamala Harris’ Lack of Consultation with Border Patrol Chiefs Amid Surging Illegal Immigration
Kamala Harris, the Vice President of the United States, has been facing criticism for not consulting with Border Patrol chiefs amid a surge in illegal immigration. Despite the record levels of illegal immigration at...
Virtual AGMs to be Let until end of year
The expansion of this"interim period" under the Act guarantees 240,000 businesses and 950 industrial and provident societies in Ireland can maintain their AGMs and lenders meetings virtually.Additionally, it makes provision in regard to company...
Cat MacLean: Online Fraud – When is a Bank to Blame?
Cat MacLeanPartner and Head of Dispute Resolution atMBM Commercial, examines the Sekers v Clydesdale judgment CSOH 89.Online fraud is on the rise since many years. Since lockdowns and the ability to work from home,...
Faculty awards scholarships to nine new devils
TheFaculty of AdvocatesNine intrants were awarded scholarships to help them with their finances when devilling begins next year.Ruth Crawford QCThe Faculty's treasurer, who is also the chair of the Faculty's Scholarship Committee said that "The...
Exploited Migrant Children in Washington: Tormentors Profiting Unchecked
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...
Top BigLaw Firm Ranks First on ‘A-List’ Despite Lower Revenues
Munger, Tolles & Olson Tops 'A-List' of Law Firms Despite Lower RevenuesMunger, Tolles & Olson, a prominent BigLaw firm, has claimed the top spot on the prestigious "A-List" ranking, showcasing its exceptional performance in...
Navigating the Debate: Life Sciences Innovation vs. Drug Pricing Advocates
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is currently in the midst of a public comment period regarding proposed rule changes on terminal disclaimers, which are used to overcome non-statutory double patenting rejections. As...
The Way to Quit spending hours creating Newspaper Instance Packages
Nowadays printing and shooting hours to sift through heaps of paper to make a case package is not the smartest approach to do the job. It requires time, hard work and strikes your profit...
Rudy Giuliani Admits Being Too Old and Incompetent: No Need for Babysitter OR Rudy...
Rudy Giuliani, the former lawyer of Donald Trump, is facing some serious accusations in his bankruptcy case. The creditors committee is claiming that Giuliani has been making a mess of his finances, failing to...
Federal Circuit Clarifies Patent Owner Estoppel: Key Insights for PTAB Litigation
Federal Circuit Ruling on Patent Owner Estoppel: Implications for PTAB LitigationIn a recent decision, the Federal Circuit provided clarity on the scope of patent owner estoppel as outlined in 37 C.F.R. § 42.73(d)(3)(i). This...
Navigating Private Sales and Public Disclosure in PTAB Litigation: Section 102(b)(2)(B) Insights
Navigating Private Sales and Public Disclosure in PTAB Litigation: Section 102(b)(2)(B) InsightsIn the realm of PTAB litigation, understanding the nuances of private sales and public disclosure is crucial for a successful outcome. Section 102(b)(2)(B)...
Nepal women’s rights activists protest proposed law Restricting foreign travel
Countless women's rights activists and their assistants whined in Nepal's capital Kathmandu on Friday to call for an end to violence and discrimination against girls and the scrapping of a proposed law that would...
ESG Trends in Asia-Pacific | Q2 2024 Update
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...
Potential Consequences of Defying Court Orders by Federal Officials
In the midst of a tumultuous political landscape, the question of what would happen if federal officials defied court orders has once again taken center stage. Legal experts are grappling with the potential consequences,...
Top Lawyers in Pittsburgh Named by Best Lawyers in America® 2025
Top Lawyers in Pittsburgh Recognized by Best Lawyers in America® 2025The legal industry in Pittsburgh has once again been put in the spotlight with the release of the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers...
Lawyer settles lawsuit after arrest at state bar meeting for petition carrying
Arkansas Lawyer Settles Lawsuit After Arrest at State Bar Meeting for Petition CarryingIn a recent turn of events that highlights the importance of First Amendment rights, Arkansas lawyer Jennifer Standerfer of Bentonville found herself...
The Impact of Language Weaponization by Advocates of Mass Immigration
The Impact of Language Weaponization by Advocates of Mass ImmigrationIn the realm of immigration policy, the use of language as a powerful weapon has become increasingly prevalent. Advocates of mass immigration have been employing...



















































