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Brooklyn Paper
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Mo' money, mo' problems: Budget office review finds a Staten Island secession would be more costly for residents * Brooklyn Paper

Staten Island seceding from NYC would lead to a financial deficit, less services, and potential litigation. [ more ]
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple Watch Patent Wars Create a Defensive Roadmap for ITC Respondents

Apple's tactics can serve as a strategic guide for litigants dealing with exclusion orders in the United States. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
New York City

Mayor Adams Pushes to Hire Ex-Giuliani Deputy as New York's Top Lawyer

Mayor Eric Adams is looking to replace NYC's top lawyer with Randy Mastro for a more assertive defender. [ more ]
Nature
1 month ago
Data science

Exclusive: official investigation reveals how superconductivity physicist faked blockbuster results

Ranga Dias has been accused of data fabrication, falsification, and plagiarism in the scandal related to room-temperature superconductivity.
The University of Rochester's investigation concluded that Dias likely committed scientific misconduct in 16 allegations. [ more ]
Wareable
1 month ago
Wearables

UK takes action on SpO2 racial bias - but what about wearables? - Wareable

Government announces review of racial biases in blood oxygen sensors after claims of inaccurate readings for darker skin tones.
Litigation and reports highlight the issue of 'occult hypoxia' where pulse oximeters show healthy range readings despite dangerously low blood oxygen levels. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
2 months ago
LA real estate

Developer Allegedly Defaults on Planned Calabasas Project

Developer Clinton Brown allegedly defaults on loan for 200-home subdivision in Calabasas site.
The property is listed for $29 million and features pending entitlements for envisioned houses. [ more ]
Law
ABA Journal
2 months ago
Law

Lawyer's 'intimidating and degrading conduct' was 'a business model of sorts, based on fear,' state supreme court says

Disbarment for lawyer's intimidating behavior
Pattern of degrading conduct based on fear [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Madison Square Garden Hires New GC, But Lawyer Ban Policy Will Still Be In 'Full Effect' Under Her Leadership

Laura Franco will be the new general counsel for Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. and Sphere Entertainment Co
The ban on attorneys litigating cases against James Dolan's entertainment properties will remain in effect [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Former Biglaw Associate Explains How He's Going To 'Outwit' The Competition On 'Survivor'

Lawyer Charles Noonan, a former litigation associate at Gibson Dunn, will be appearing on the reality show 'Australian Survivor: Titans v Rebels.'
Noonan's quote suggests that his experience as a lawyer will give him an advantage in outwitting his opponents on the show. [ more ]
Above the Law
3 months ago
Law

Sidley Associate's Journey To Become A Chess Master

Rochelle Ballantyne, a first year associate at Sidley Austin, is aiming to achieve the master rank in chess.
Ballantyne believes that the skills she has developed through playing chess, such as strategic thinking and anticipation, have helped her in her legal career. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
4 months ago
Law

Chief Judge Rowan Wilson to be honored with Stanley Fuld Award by NYSBA

Hon. Rowan Wilson is set to receive the prestigious Stanley Fuld Award from the NYSBA during its annual meeting.
Chief Judge Wilson is recognized for his groundbreaking tenure and revitalizing the court system in New York. [ more ]
Community
1 month ago
Law

Legal Research Tool Guide for Litigators, Pinpoint

Quality legal research is crucial for litigators, as precision in finding relevant legal insights can impact case outcomes significantly. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Media industry

News Corp in advanced negotiations' with AI companies over access to content, CEO says

News Corporation is prioritizing negotiation over litigation in their discussions with AI companies over the use of their content.
The New York Times has sued OpenAI and Microsoft over the use of its content to train AI systems. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Canada news

Hike to U.S. softwood lumber duties 'deeply disappointing,' B.C. ministers say | CBC News

The U.S. Commerce Department plans to raise duties on Canadian softwood lumber from 8.05% to 13.86%.
Canada is prepared to fight the duties through litigation and existing trade agreements. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
3 months ago
Artificial intelligence

How we should regulate AI is the trillion-dollar question

GenAI platforms are being accused of copyright infringement, with major companies seeking massive damages in the billions and trillions of dollars.
All creators whose work exists online are at risk of having their content scraped by GenAI platforms, including artists, writers, and musicians. [ more ]
LawSites
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

In First for A U.S. Appeals Court, 5th U.S. Circuit Court Considers Rule Requiring Lawyers to Certify they Did Not Rely on AI to Create Filings

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is considering a rule change that would require certification of the use of artificial intelligence in court filings.
This is the first time a federal appeals court is considering such a rule change.
The proposed rule change aims to address concerns over the use of AI-generated content and ensure accuracy. [ more ]
ComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago
EU data protection

Expert guide to e-discovery | Computer Weekly

Litigation and regulatory investigations are on the rise, making e-discovery crucial for businesses.
Misleading information from large enterprise platforms can lead to overconfidence in e-discovery capabilities. [ more ]
Advocate.com
3 months ago
LGBT

Two major national transgender rights organizations announce merger

The National Center for Transgender Equality and the Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund are merging to form Advocates for Trans Equality (A4TE).
A4TE aims to be a dominant force in the advocacy for transgender rights, with a focus on litigation, public education, and influencing policy. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

California's Adelanto ICE detention facility contract extended until June after staff pushback

The San Bernardino County immigrant detention facility, Adelanto ICE Processing Center, will remain open until at least mid-June.
The extension is to allow for potential relief from ongoing litigation that prevents full use of the facility. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
San Francisco

Limits on San Francisco's clearing of homeless encampments upheld by 9th Circuit

A court order limiting San Francisco's ability to clear street encampments will remain in effect while litigation continues.
The ruling is a win for the Coalition on Homelessness, who challenged San Francisco's policies as unjust and illegal. [ more ]
Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
5 months ago
Boston

This Is How The Boston Condo For Sale Realtor Commission Blew Up Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

A jury found the National Association of Realtors and two brokerages liable in an antitrust lawsuit over broker commissions.
The verdict has sparked discussions and concerns within the real estate industry. [ more ]
Slate Magazine
5 months ago
Environment

There Are Nearly 2,500 Climate Lawsuits. This Is the One to Watch.

Climate change litigation is growing in number and diversity, with hopes of holding Big Oil accountable.
Two noteworthy climate change cases in Montana and Hawaii are challenging state laws and recognizing the rights of youth to a healthy environment. [ more ]
www.cnn.com
7 years ago
US politics

Pruitt tries to soothe worries at EPA

Pruitt focused on respecting agency's regulations and avoiding litigation
Pruitt emphasized a more balanced approach to hiring and environmental protection [ more ]
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