In the case of Dewald v. MassMutual Metro, an unusual incident occurred when a pro se litigant presented their argument using an AI-generated avatar. This choice was met with disapproval from the judges, who expected a standard oral presentation. The justices had accommodated the litigant due to technical issues but were bewildered by the avatar's presence. Despite the litigant's previous verbal interactions with the court, the judges ultimately required an immediate switch to a proper personal presentation, emphasizing courtroom decorum and the seriousness of legal proceedings.
In Dewald v. MassMutual Metro, the Appellate Division judges were confronted with an AI avatar that misrepresented courtroom proceedings, leading to confusion and frustration.
The court noted prior experiences where the litigant had verbally testified, questioning the appropriateness of using an AI avatar instead of presenting in person.
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