New Legislation Imposes Restrictions on Litigation Funders in Louisiana
Louisiana has enacted a new bill to regulate the growing litigation funding industry, joining a small group of other states…
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Law Schools Embrace Artificial Intelligence Education to Meet Growing Demand
Introduction to AI in Legal Education As the artificial intelligence (AI) industry continues to flourish, many law schools are incorporating…
Navigating the Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and the Legal System: Chief Justice John Roberts Urges Caution and Adaptation
In a thought-provoking year-end report, U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts addressed the multifaceted impact of artificial intelligence (AI)…
Ohio Supreme Court Issues Controversial Ruling on Former U.S. Prosecutor’s Misconduct
REUTERS/Yuriko Nakao In a recent decision, the Ohio Supreme Court has delivered a rebuke to Mark Bennett, a former assistant…
Racist and Anti-Muslim Social Media Rants by Lawyer Lead to New Trial for Defendant
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently issued an opinion on June 15, granting a new trial to Anthony J. Dew,…
Florida Courthouses Comply with New Law, Mandating Lactation Spaces
In a significant move towards supporting working mothers, Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed a bill mandating private, clean…
New York Governor Selects Second Chief Judge Nominee After First Choice is Unsuccessful
New York Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Rowan Wilson, an associate judge on the Court of Appeals, as chief judge…
State’s Justice System in Jeopardy: Shortage of Attorneys Causes Never-Ending Court Backlogs
Georgia's state justice system is grappling with a shortage of lawyers, including prosecutors and public defenders. This shortage is leading…
DOJ Access to Justice Leader Prioritizes Longevity for Lasting Impact on Legal Access
The Office for Access to Justice in the U.S. Department of Justice (Justice) has been revived after being shut down…
Lawsuit Alleges Utah’s Violation of Right to a Lawyer
Summary: Two men facing criminal charges in Washington County, Utah, are suing for better representation. Two men who feel inadequately…