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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...

UN experts call for clemency for Lisa Montgomery, as US reschedules planned execution

The team of 10 rights specialists, have written to the Government calling for clemency, amidst worries that she received insufficient legal aid in the time of her trial in 2007, which preceding injury and...
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Illegal Alien Housing Masquerading as Homeless Shelter – Exposed!

Promoting open border and amnesty policies has become a challenging task for the left. Illegal immigration remains a significant concern for the majority of voters, as highlighted by a recent CBS News poll. The...
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Trust in Government and Elections Varies by Party Affiliation: New Report Findings

Title: Partisan Divide in Trust in Government and Elections Revealed in New Report FindingsAs the November 2024 presidential election draws closer, a recent report by the World Justice Project sheds light on the deep-rooted...
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Girardi’s Lawyers Seek New Trial Amid Memory Concerns: Verdict Unclear

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,...
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Law Firms Report Strong Financial Performance in First Half of 2024

Law firms across the nation are celebrating strong financial performance in the first half of 2024, with revenue showing a significant increase compared to the same period last year. According to a survey conducted...
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WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List, Romania Joins Unitary Patent System, USPTO Launches New...

WIPO Publishes Top Technology Cluster List, Romania Joins Unitary Patent System, USPTO Launches New Trademark Trial and Appeal Board CenterThis week in the world of intellectual property, there have been significant developments that are...
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2021 Litigation Trends: Elon Musk, China Retailer, Instagram Lawsuits

Elon Musk, the renowned CEO of DOGE, found himself embroiled in a legal battle over the controversial collection of personal and financial data. This unfolding litigation trend has sparked significant interest and concern among...
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Former Prosecutor Indicted for Bribery Conspiracy Defended as ‘Honorable Man’

Former Prosecutor Indicted for Bribery Conspiracy Defended as 'Honorable Man'In a recent development that has sent shockwaves through the legal community, former Assistant District Attorney Gary Haynes of Lafayette, Louisiana, has been indicted for...

Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh May Have Caused Alabama to Rethink Its Death...

Alabama is altering its lethal injection protocol and will currently permit an inmate to possess a religious adviser at the execution chamber while he or she dies. The state filed pleadings Thursday at the...
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Epitope Claims Persist at European Patent Office

Epitope Claims Persist at European Patent OfficeDespite the U.S. Supreme Court effectively ending the genus antibody claim in the Amgen v. Sanofi case, the concept continues to thrive in Europe, with a few recent...
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Harry Reid’s Accurate Immigration Prediction: A Flashback to the Past

Thirty years ago, FAIR found an unexpected ally in The Los Angeles Times opinion page when the late Sen. Harry Reid (D-Nevada) penned a compelling op-ed on August 10, 1994. In his article, Reid...
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July Visa Bulletin: Retrogression of EB-3, Modest Advancement in Some Employment Based and Family...

The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs has released the July Visa Bulletin, outlining the movement of employment-based and family-sponsored categories for the upcoming month. In July, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration...
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Maximizing Damages in Commercial Cases: Litigation Funder’s Perspective

In the fast-paced realm of commercial litigation, the pursuit of full damages can be a complex and intricate process. As highlighted by Mick Biehl, Vice President of GLS Capital, plaintiffs often miss out on...

EU ambassadors Inflict human rights sanctions on China

The EU on Wednesday consented to some other bundle of sanctions on four Chinese people and one thing, whose titles will be made public following proper endorsement by EU foreign ministers on March 22,...

Texas Sues Over Energy Retailer Griddy’s ‘Astronomical’ and ‘Outrageous’ Price Hikes Following Recent Outages

The state of Texas sued Griddy Electric on Monday, at a lawsuit alleges the"astronomical" energy bills the California-based energy retail energy supplier sent to customers in the wake of recent accidents amounted to false,...
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Navigating the New Era of Continuing Application Practice: Managing Risk and Fees

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently introduced a new rule regarding terminal disclaimers (TD) in patents to address obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) rejections. This rule requires Applicants to assert that...
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Google’s Monopoly on Search Engine Market, AI Decision Makers Call for Copyright Law Change,...

This week in the tech industry, there have been some significant developments that are worth noting. Here is a recap of some of the key events that took place:Google Found to Have Monopoly in...
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Guidance on Assessing Market Distortions Under the FSR: EC Recommendations

The European Commission has recently provided guidance on assessing market distortions under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR). This guidance aims to offer clarity on the interpretation of how foreign subsidies impact the internal market...

COUNTERPUNCH: Here Is What the Plaintiff’s Tavern is Saying About Why Facebook May Not...

The flurry of activity continues now following the significant Facebook judgment and I wanted to ensure you had the benefit of events on the ground.Since TCPA defendants begin creating their victory lap I've already...
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High-End Law Firm Charges $3,000 Per Hour

In a recent report by Reuters, it was revealed that some partners at the prestigious law firm Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan are charging an astonishing $3,000 per hour for their legal services. This...
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Assessing Impact of SSN Data Breach Case: Expert Analysis | Law.com

Understanding the Significance of the SSN Data BreachThe recent data breach that exposed the personally identifiable information of 2.9 billion people, including Social Security numbers, has sparked widespread concern about the security of personal...
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Court rules lawyer cannot receive whistleblower award for reporting suspected wrongdoing

In a recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, an in-house lawyer was denied a whistleblower award for reporting suspected wrongdoing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange...
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Data Breach Class Action Against Former Baltimore Ravens Coach

A former student athlete from Simmons University decided to take some serious legal action this week. They filed a big ol' class action lawsuit, claiming that the school, along with former University of Michigan...
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Legal Implications of AI-Generated Deepfake Videos

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...

‘It’s Gloomy’: The pandemic Market has Influenced LGBTQ Men and Women

The pandemic has exacerbated existing problems LGBTQ men and women face, such as discrimination and greater rates of mental health issues.1 year ago, he had been recovering from pancreatic cancer, along with his physicians...

Profits rise by 13% with a five percent bonus for Shepherd and Wedderburn employees

Shepherd and WedderburnReports showed a 4.1% increase in turnover to PS59.3million for the year ended 30 April 2021. Profits before partner distributions rose 13% to PS25.3million.Recognizing the strength of staff, a bonus of five...
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Schools Can Sue Social Media for Expenses Related to Addicted Students: Judge Ruling

A federal judge has given school districts the green light to sue social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok for the expenses they have incurred dealing with students addicted to these platforms. This ruling...
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Prosecutor’s Fake Harassment Texts Poisoned DA’s Office Morale: Disbarment Order

Former Colorado Prosecutor Faces Disbarment for Fake TextsIn a shocking turn of events, a former prosecutor in Colorado, Yujin Choi, finds herself at the center of a disbarment order for fabricating texts to frame...
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Combatting Loneliness in the Military: The Importance of Building Strong Friendships

Loneliness is a common issue faced not only by the police but also by military lawyers. The nature of the military attorney lifestyle often intensifies feelings of isolation. As judge advocates general, these lawyers...
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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...
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Gun-Wielding Illegal Alien Shoots Two NYPD Officers: Latest Migrant Crime Update Illegal Alien Shoots NYPD...

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...
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Unraveling Juggalo Gang Allegations: Documentary Explores Wisdom Through Face Paint

The documentary “United States of Insanity” delves into the controversial world of the musical group Insane Clown Posse (ICP) and their devoted fanbase known as Juggalos. The film highlights the ongoing battle between ICP...
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Demystifying Artificial Intelligence: Expert Advice from Richard Susskind

Richard Susskind, the tech-savvy author who has been shaking up the legal world with his forward-thinking ideas for almost three decades, recently sat down with Lee Rawles for an episode of the Modern Law...
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Express Scripts’ Defamation Lawsuit Against FTC Likely to Fail, According to Legal Expert

Express Scripts, a prominent pharmacy benefit manager, recently filed a defamation lawsuit against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) alleging that the agency's report portrayed the company and the industry as greedy. However, legal experts...

St. Louis jurors return Combined verdict for Officials accused of beating an undercover officer...

A national jury in St. Louis returned a mixed verdict Monday in the event of 3 police officers accused of beating a fellow officer working underground.Luther Hall, that had been identified in a civil...

More personal injury cases to be Observed with new Technologies

There were issues with the Pexip system utilized for distant hearings because the beginning of the Covid-19 outbreak in cases involving witnesses instead of just involving affidavits.It wasn't possible using all the Pexip platform...
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Pillsbury Defends UC Regents in Trade Secrets Case Against Agensys and Jones Day

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman is currently representing the University of California Regents in a legal battle against Agensys Inc., as reported in the local newspaper. The lawsuit, filed by Jones Day on behalf of...
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Defying EU Borders: Hungary’s Bus Tickets to Brussels

Hungary's Defiance of EU Borders: Bus Tickets to BrusselsHungary has been making headlines recently with its bold move to offer bus tickets to Brussels, defying the open borders policy set by the European Union....
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Partner Compensation in Law Firms: Examining the $20M Bubble

Partner compensation in law firms has been a hot topic lately, with the most successful lawyers in Big Law taking home increasingly larger paychecks. The question on everyone's mind is whether partner pay is...

Louisiana authorities investigate inmate death

NATCHITOCHES, La. (AP) -- Louisiana police are investigating the death of an inmate at a detention centre in the northern part of the state.Vernell Brooks, 38, of Natchitoches was found drifting ancient Thursday in...
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Madrid’s Potential as a Global Arbitration Hub: A Closer Look

Madrid's Emergence as a Global Arbitration HubIn recent years, Madrid, Spain, has emerged as a significant player in the global arbitration landscape, drawing the attention of international dispute resolution professionals. Despite not having the...

Consultation initiated on regulation of legal service

To "satisfy the needs of both the legal sector as well as consumers", a new system of regulation is proposed that promotes "accountability transparency independence"Today's consultation will last until December 24, and it will...

Advocates for homeless New Yorkers sue public transportation authority over Metro Station Constraints

Homeless advocacy groups filed a lawsuit against the New York Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on Friday, challenging a rule that"goal the way displaced persons utilize the subway system"New York advocacy associations Urban Justice...

Baroness Helena Kennedy QC sanctioned by China

Scottish attorney and peer reviewed Baroness Helena Kennedy QC is one of nine UK taxpayers who were sanctioned by China in a row over alleged human rights abuses in Xinjiang.They all are currently banned...

Tennessee governor bills Restricting transgender rights

Tennessee's governor has signed up a record of bills lately which civil rights groups state will have a devastating impact on transgender men and women.The bill also blatantly exposes schools to accountability when a...

Law Commission Main to see During Following reform programme

The lord chancellor accepted an expansion to Green's tenure as chair of this body that retains the legislation under inspection for 1 year from 1 August.Green advised that the Gazette that he came to...
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Top Entertainment Law Schools: Rankings and Trends (2024)

If you're looking to make a name for yourself in the world of entertainment law, you might want to consider attending one of the top law schools for aspiring entertainment lawyers. The Hollywood Reporter...

Immigration Weekly Round-Up: Education Groups Seek Faster Student Visa Processing; U.S.-Canada Border Restrictions Extended;...

Several education associations, such as the American Council on Education, have submitted a letter to the U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security urging faster visa processing for global students before the onset of...

According to Greens, Supreme Court’s UNCRC decision is a ‘dark day in democracy’

According to the Scottish government, it has stated that it will incorporate the United Nations Convention of the Rights of the Child into its domestic law "to the greatest extent possible", as it pointed out the...