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Higher education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Federal judge halts White House effort to collect university data on applicants' race

A federal judge halted data collection efforts by the Trump administration regarding race in college admissions, citing rushed implementation and potential privacy risks.
#department-of-justice
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.03.26 - Above the Law

The Department of Justice may become more aligned with Donald Trump's influence following leadership changes.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The DOJ admitted to making false statements regarding ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courts.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.03.26 - Above the Law

The Department of Justice may become more aligned with Donald Trump's influence following leadership changes.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The DOJ admitted to making false statements regarding ICE's arrests of noncitizens at immigration courts.
#executive-orders
Law
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago

In-House Counsel Come Out In Support Of Biglaw Firms Fighting The Trump Administration - Above the Law

Executive Orders deter law firms from engaging with the legal system due to fear of federal retaliation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Biglaw Executive Order Fight Heads To D.C. Circuit (For Real This Time) - Above the Law

The U.S. Court of Appeals has allowed the government to continue appeals regarding Executive Orders targeting major law firms.
Law
fromAbove the Law
21 hours ago

In-House Counsel Come Out In Support Of Biglaw Firms Fighting The Trump Administration - Above the Law

Executive Orders deter law firms from engaging with the legal system due to fear of federal retaliation.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Biglaw Executive Order Fight Heads To D.C. Circuit (For Real This Time) - Above the Law

The U.S. Court of Appeals has allowed the government to continue appeals regarding Executive Orders targeting major law firms.
#supreme-court
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump-Appointed SCOTUS Justice Dunks on Solicitor General's Argument: Not Seeing' the Constitutional Relevance'

Kavanaugh questioned the relevance of comparing U.S. birthright citizenship to other countries during Supreme Court arguments.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Trump's influence on the Supreme Court is diminishing, with several legal challenges and decisions impacting his administration.
Law
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

Supreme Court rules against Colorado's conversion therapy ban on First Amendment grounds

The Supreme Court ruled that Colorado's conversion therapy ban regulates speech based on viewpoint, requiring stricter scrutiny for its constitutionality.
LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

The Supreme Court Keeps Ignoring Actual LGBTQ+ People in Its Gay Rights Cases

The Supreme Court's decision in Chiles v. Salazar shows a lack of empathy for LGBTQ+ adolescents affected by conversion therapy.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Trump-Appointed SCOTUS Justice Dunks on Solicitor General's Argument: Not Seeing' the Constitutional Relevance'

Kavanaugh questioned the relevance of comparing U.S. birthright citizenship to other countries during Supreme Court arguments.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Trump's influence on the Supreme Court is diminishing, with several legal challenges and decisions impacting his administration.
Law
fromCbsnews
4 days ago

Supreme Court rules against Colorado's conversion therapy ban on First Amendment grounds

The Supreme Court ruled that Colorado's conversion therapy ban regulates speech based on viewpoint, requiring stricter scrutiny for its constitutionality.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
1 week ago

DOJ Cracks Down on Unfair Contracts with New Lawsuit Against NewYork-Presbyterian - MedCity News

The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for using restrictive contracts to block lower-cost healthcare plans.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
#meta
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 day ago
Privacy professionals

Weakening Speech Protections Will Punish All of Us-Not Just Meta

Meta and YouTube face legal challenges, but lowering First Amendment protections could harm user speech rights.
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
Law
fromwww.cnbc.com
1 day ago

Meta, Google under attack as court cases bypass 30-year-old legal shield

Meta and Google face legal challenges undermining their protections under Section 230, particularly regarding child safety and content moderation.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Beyond the Certificate: Why Real Expertise in Investigative Interviewing Comes from Practice

Training and certifications signal competence, but true effectiveness in investigative interviewing requires disciplined application and real-world experience.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Irrelevant?' Justice Alito Grills ACLU Lawyer Over Key Precedent in Citizenship Case

Ask any American what our citizenship rule is and they'll tell you, everyone born here is a citizen alike. That rule was enshrined in the 14th Amendment to put it out of reach of any government official to destroy.
Social justice
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
5 days ago

Why a Private Company Is Investigating Rapes at an ICE Detention Center Instead of the Sheriff | KQED

CoreCivic does not conduct criminal investigations of sexual abuse allegations at Otay Mesa Detention Center, referring them to law enforcement instead.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
8 hours ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
#ai-in-law
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Penalties stack up as AI spreads through the legal system

Lawyers face increasing sanctions for using AI-generated errors in legal briefs, with over 1,200 cases reported, including significant fines for fictitious citations.
Law
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Penalties stack up as AI spreads through the legal system

Lawyers face increasing sanctions for using AI-generated errors in legal briefs, with over 1,200 cases reported, including significant fines for fictitious citations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Has Legal Industry Upheaval Changed Your Career Goals? - Above the Law

Law firms are seeking reader input on career goals amid AI-driven uncertainty.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

Sanctions ramping up in cases involving AI hallucinations

Monetary sanctions against attorneys for AI-generated hallucinations in case documents are increasing as courts take these issues more seriously.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 03.27.26 - Above the Law

Several legal and political issues are currently prominent, including judicial nominations, jury trial restrictions, and corporate legal challenges.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Jay Clayton's SDNY Throws ICE Under The Bus To Save Face In Court - Above the Law

The U.S. Attorney's Office corrected a significant error regarding ICE's immigration arrest policy in court.
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

Prediction Market Showdown: CFTC and DOJ Challenge Illinois State Gambling Authority in Federal Court

The CFTC filed a lawsuit against Illinois officials, asserting exclusive federal jurisdiction over prediction markets, challenging state gambling laws.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

2 government attorneys resign over use of fake AI citations

Two New Orleans attorneys resigned after using AI to create fake case citations in a court filing, leading to sanctions from a federal judge.
Philosophy
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

You Can't Salvage A Bad Judge By Calling Them Postmodern - Above the Law

Postmodern analysis offers useful concepts for understanding contemporary disenchantment with traditional meaning systems, exemplified by judicial figures like Lawrence VanDyke who adopt unconventional approaches to legal writing.
#pam-bondi
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Nancy Mace Not Letting Pam Bondi Off the Hook for Epstein Testimony: She's Required by Law'

Pam Bondi's ousting as attorney general raises questions about her handling of Jeffrey Epstein files and her upcoming deposition.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Colbert Mocks Bondi's Firing With The Only Document More Redacted Than DOJ's - Above the Law

Pam Bondi's firing is linked to her handling of the Epstein files, prompting comedic commentary from Stephen Colbert.
US politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

5 moments that defined Pam Bondi's AG tenure

Pam Bondi's exit follows criticism from both parties, with her handling of the Epstein files drawing significant scrutiny.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
fromPatently-O
4 days ago

Disclosed but Still Secret? The Federal Circuit Weighs Patent Publications Against Trade Secret Claims

The technology at issue is a subcutaneous cosmetic penile implant, a silicone sleeve placed between the skin and 'Buck's fascia' to enhance girth and length.
Intellectual property law
Law
fromAxios
21 hours ago

Judge rejects Department of Justice bid to reinstate Powell subpoenas

The U.S. District Court denied the government's motion to reconsider the dismissal of grand jury subpoenas against Powell.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
fromABA Journal
1 day ago

Judge grants stay in February 2025 California bar examinees' case against ProctorU

The February 2025 exam faced numerous technical issues, including server problems and ineffective tech support, leading to a joint request for a stay in the case against ProctorU.
Law
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
22 hours ago

US judge upholds decision to toss subpoenas into Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Judge Boasberg rejects Trump's subpoenas for Federal Reserve chairman Powell, citing improper purpose and lack of convincing arguments from the administration.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.13.26 - Above the Law

CFTC failing already a solid bet. Government says tariff refund system 40 percent to 80 percent complete which is quite the spread. Almost a they're just making stuff up kind of estimate.
US Elections
US politics
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Fired judge goes to the border, searching for what he missed on the bench

Jeremiah Johnson, an immigration judge, was fired and chose to explore the U.S.-Mexico border to understand the immigrant experience better.
fromShore News Network - The Latest Breaking, Viral and Trending News
19 hours ago

Federal judge allows parts of discrimination lawsuit against NYC agency to proceed

The lawsuit was filed by Deshanae L. Brown, who alleges she was subjected to discrimination based on her race, sex, and disability, citing violations of federal and state laws including Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Law
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Pam Bondi... You're Fired! - Above the Law

Donald Trump is reportedly firing Attorney General Pam Bondi, who will transition to a private sector job, with Todd Blanche taking over temporarily.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
US politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

Exclusive: Trump's DOJ says he's not required to turn over official records

The Presidential Records Act mandates that presidential records belong to the U.S. government, a law Trump has challenged by retaining documents.
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Biglaw Firm Doubles Down On Pro Bono, And Lets The Billable Chips Fall Where They May - Above the Law

I'm incredibly proud of the firm and what we've accomplished in the last year. We had certainly, the year before, a historic year financially, and this year was also historic in being one of our best financial years in history.
Law
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Ex-FBI agents who worked on Trump cases sue agency and DoJ over firings

Three former FBI agents filed a lawsuit claiming wrongful termination for their work on Trump-related investigations, seeking to represent others fired for political reasons.
#trump
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.01.26 - Above the Law

Trump is involved in legal matters, including birthright citizenship arguments and a recent criminal conviction.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Law enforcement watchdogs get more teeth when seeking records after state court ruling

Civilian oversight bodies in California can now subpoena law enforcement records during whistleblower investigations, enhancing transparency.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
Law
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in New York court in effort to postpone federal trial

Luigi Mangione seeks to postpone his federal trial due to overlapping state trial preparations and constitutional rights concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 03.30.26 - Above the Law

AI associates should not be blamed for failures, raising questions about their necessity.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Discovery As Truth-Seeking: Win Hard Without Playing Hide-The-Ball - Above the Law

Effective discovery requires more than compliance - it requires strategy. Litigators can balance expansive discovery rights and privacy concerns without slowing cases down through practical, results-focused approaches that consider proportionality, electronically stored information management, and the specific discovery rules applicable to their jurisdiction.
Intellectual property law
Law
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'Absolutely scandalous' - judge decries attempt by man and up to 30 supporters to 'invade' High Court office

Patrick McGreal has initiated over 20 High Court actions since 2023, allegedly intimidating court officials and solicitors.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Judge Throws IT Worker Out Of Courtroom For Doing His Job - Above the Law

Judges must balance their authority with humility and public service to avoid abusive behavior in courtrooms.
Law
fromLawSites
5 days ago

Survey Finds Majority of Federal Judges Have Used AI in Their Work, But Daily Use Remains Rare

Over 60% of federal judges have used generative AI tools, but few use them regularly in their judicial work.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

When Lawyers Need Help: Supporting Colleagues While Protecting Clients

The legal profession rewards endurance, precision and control. It also quietly normalizes stress, isolation and overextension. For patent practitioners and other IP lawyers, the pressures are uniquely acute: compressed prosecution deadlines, high-stakes litigation exposure, often unrealistic client-driven budget constraints, regulatory whiplash at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and increasingly complex technologies layered with global filing and prosecution strategy.
Intellectual property law
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw To D.C. Circuit: This Isn't Just About Us - It's About Whether The President Can Put Lawyers On A Leash - Above the Law

The fight over Trump-era executive orders targeting Biglaw firms intensifies as firms argue these orders threaten constitutional independence and the rule of law.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Get Out of My Courtroom!' Clip of Judge Viciously Berating IT Worker Ignites Trial by Fury on Social Media

A Texas judge faced backlash for berating an IT worker during a courtroom incident, highlighting issues of professionalism and respect in authority.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Prestigious Biglaw Firm Ups The Ante On Six-Figure Bonuses For Federal Law Clerks - Above the Law

Federal clerkships lead to significant signing bonuses at Biglaw firms, with Susman Godfrey increasing its bonus to $180,000 for federal clerks.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Why Realistic Scenarios Matter More Than More AI - Above the Law

Legal AI effectiveness relies on rich, realistic scenarios rather than sheer volume or speed of responses.
Law
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 03.25.26 - Above the Law

The Justice Department may have leaked grand jury testimony, raising concerns about legal violations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.17.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments reveal systemic challenges including prosecutorial staffing concerns, AI misuse in legal matters, judicial oversight of executive actions, and emerging liability issues around AI-generated harmful content.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The Rule Of Law Joins America's Dead Pets On The Rainbow Bridge - Above the Law

Trump attorney John Lauro claimed the DOJ improved under Attorney General Pam Bondi, contradicting legal observers who view current conditions as a constitutional crisis threatening prosecutorial independence.
#legal-ethics
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: New DOJ Attorney Rule Sparks Opposition, Rebuke For Judge's 'Vulgar Barroom Talk,' Invisible Ethics For Lawmakers & More - Above the Law

Department of Justice attorneys are departing en masse due to pressure to ignore legal ethics rules, resulting in poorly prepared briefs, unprepared attorneys, and violated court orders.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Law

Change Change Change - See Generally - Above the Law

Multiple legal institutions face ethical and governance crises, including DOJ conflicts of interest, law school loyalty pressures, judicial tenure challenges, and bar association inconsistencies.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: New DOJ Attorney Rule Sparks Opposition, Rebuke For Judge's 'Vulgar Barroom Talk,' Invisible Ethics For Lawmakers & More - Above the Law

Department of Justice attorneys are departing en masse due to pressure to ignore legal ethics rules, resulting in poorly prepared briefs, unprepared attorneys, and violated court orders.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.16.26 - Above the Law

Trump criticizes Supreme Court loyalty; AI risks escalate; legal tech expands with ChatGPT; courts reject harassment tactics; judiciary-administration tensions rise; defamation trial proceeds against rapper.
Law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
3 weeks ago

Legal Groups Push for Mandatory Disclosure of Litigation Funders

Third-party litigation funders must disclose their involvement in federal civil cases through a proposed amendment to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(a)(1)(A) to establish uniform disclosure requirements across inconsistent federal courts.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Seven Essential Security Strategies For Law Firms And Legal Departments - Above the Law

Legal professionals must prioritize cybersecurity as a leadership imperative, with one in three law firms targeted by breaches costing over five million dollars annually, requiring proactive vendor management and transparent security practices.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 03.10.26 - Above the Law

Major legal developments include Anthropic's Defense Department lawsuit, judicial rulings on illegal appointees, law firm mergers, antitrust settlements, AI legal services expansion, Supreme Court shadow docket debates, and ChatGPT litigation over legal advice.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Ethics Whiplash Over Executive Orders + FL Bondi Complaint, DOJ Takes On State Discipline, Spike In Judicial Conduct Complaints & More - Above the Law

Judicial misconduct complaints against federal judges spiked nearly 23% last year to over 1,850, potentially driven by increased public criticism of judges and courts.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

"The subpoenas are coming," bipartisan firm warns corporate America

Congressional Democrats will intensify oversight of large corporations, supplementing administration probes with piercing corporate investigations and targeting AI, healthcare, crypto, utilities, trade, and pricing.
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

The New Way Litigators Handle Depositions Applies AI Every Step Of The Way - Above the Law

It's a deposition in a box. From the time that you agree on a date and time of the deposition to all the way past trial, these deposition tools take care of you. Filevine Depositions builds on the functionality of the Filevine platform, which means scheduling, transcripts, summaries and analysis happen in a space that's integrated with where the rest of the case data already sits.
Law
Law
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Department of Justice Drops Defense of Trump's Orders Punishing Law Firms

The DOJ abandoned legal cases against law firms that resisted Trump's executive orders targeting firms representing Democrats, demonstrating that legal resistance to executive overreach can succeed.
US politics
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Law students demand loophole shielding federal officers from civil suits should be closed

Congress should pass the Federal Officer Accountability Act to allow civil suits against federal officers and prevent qualified immunity for excessive force.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

The system sucks. This job sucks': ICE lawyer admits to judge that agency is violating court orders

Federal immigration enforcement has repeatedly violated court orders, causing wrongful detentions and exposing systemic failures and internal exhaustion within the government.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

A Guide To Conducting Discovery - Above the Law

Effective discovery shapes litigation by building leverage, forcing admissions, and methodically narrowing the opponent's options to win cases pretrial.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Tomorrow: Tales From The Witness Stand - What 'Winning' Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony requires credibility, clear translation of jargon, strategic cross-examination, and preparation incorporating technology to persuade judges and juries.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

AI In The Courtroom: Will We Trade The Rule Of Law For Efficiency's Sake? - Above the Law

It's not only law firms and legal departments that are adopting GenAI systems without fully understanding what they can and cannot do - court systems may also be tempted to adopt these tools to short circuit workloads in the face of limited resources. And that poses some risks and concerns to the rule of law, a notion that hinges on accuracy, fairness, and public perception.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Running Your Cases - Above the Law

They don't drive it. They don't manage it. They don't control it. They let it control them. And then one day, they look up and realize discovery closed last week, the client is asking why nobody has taken the key depo, the adjuster wants a status report "by the end of the day," and the partner is asking the question that makes your stomach drop: "Where are we on this file?"
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Moment Legal Found Out What 'Ready' Really Means - Above the Law

A year or so ago, most legal departments were still testing. AI pilots. Workflow trials. Small process experiments. Everyone was learning cautiously. The stakes were relatively low, and the work was labeled "innovation," which made imperfection forgivable. Then something shifted. Those same pilots became part of day-to-day delivery, and the business started relying on them. Sometimes intentionally, because early results looked good.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Proposed Evidentiary Rule 707: Addressing A Nonexistent Problem Instead Of Real Ones - Above the Law

Proposed Rule 707 would subject machine-generated evidence offered without an expert to Rule 702 reliability standards, creating impractical burdens while missing core judicial challenges.
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