New York State Moves to Protect Minors Online
New York state lawmakers passed legislation to prevent social media platforms from showing "addictive" algorithmic content to users under 18…
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ACLU and ABA Oppose Biden’s Executive Order on Asylum Eligibility
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and the American Bar Association (ABA) have voiced strong opposition to President Joe Biden’s…
Legal Professionals Embrace Flexible Attendance Policies: A New Era Post-Pandemic
Significant Shift in Satisfaction In a notable shift from the sentiments immediately following the COVID-19 pandemic, a majority of legal…
University of the Arts Sued Over Abrupt Closure
Lawsuit Alleges Violation of Employment Laws Employees of the University of the Arts have filed a lawsuit against the institution,…
Federal Judiciary to Receive Increased Funding for Court Security in 2025
Funding Boost for Federal Judiciary The federal judiciary is set to receive $774.4 million for court security in 2025, marking…
Attorneys General Urge ABA to Revise Diversity Standards in Wake of Supreme Court Ruling
Attorneys general from 21 states are pressing the American Bar Association (ABA) to modify its diversity standards for law school…
Big Law Firms Integrate Generative AI Training for Summer Associates
As generative AI technology continues to revolutionize the legal profession, prominent law firms like K&L Gates, Dechert, and Orrick Herrington…
Columbia University Implements Safety Measures Amid Protests to Settle Lawsuit
Columbia University to Enhance Student Safety In response to a lawsuit alleging the campus had become unsafe during recent pro-Palestinian…
Georgetown Law Embraces STEM Majors
Summary of the Article Georgetown Law admissions dean Andy Cornblatt is particularly enthusiastic about applications from students with STEM (science,…
Continued Investment in DEI Amid Political Uncertainty
Summary Despite the contentious political environment, companies continue to support their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, with many planning…
Walmart 401(k) Data Breach Exposes Regulatory Gaps
Summary of the Article A recent breach exposing over a thousand Walmart 401(k) participants’ Social Security numbers highlights regulatory gaps…
Marc Krickbaum Rejoins Winston & Strawn After Special Counsel Role
Return to Private Practice Marc Krickbaum, previously U.S. Deputy Special Counsel under Robert Hur's investigation into President Joe Biden's handling…