Above the Law - Technology
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Don’t let uncertainty stop you from crafting an AI policy, especially when you can rely on much of what you already know to simplify the process. The post How To Simplify Crafting Responsible AI Policies appeared first on Above the Law.
Kevin O'Keefe
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Have any of you done collaborative blogging or writing with AI? This is where AI is used as a collaborative tool, where it writes a part of your blog post o article based on your initial input, creating a unique human-AI collaborative piece. Beyond AI for research or idea generation, you are collaborating with AI to create your finished article or blog post.
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Trellis.Law Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In September, a US Circuit Judge in Delaware laid the groundwork for what could be the first trial centered on the authorized or unauthorized use of data to train AI systems. The legal battle is between Thomson Reuters (the company… Continue reading → The post A Cautionary Tale: Thomson Reuters Copyright Infringement Trial and the Future of Data Use in AI Model Training first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.
Internet for Lawyers
DECEMBER 4, 2023
NYC Bar Association Breach: A Wake-up Call for the Legal Industry By Mark Rosch The Breach: A Timeline of Events In December 2022, the Cl0p ransomware gang claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on the teh New York City Bar Association. The gang bo.
Eric Goldman
DECEMBER 4, 2023
TIL: Roblox regularly uses the SAD Scheme. I found at least 19 cases. In the lawsuit I’m covering today, Roblox named over 250 defendants. If that’s true with the other 18 cases, Roblox may have sued 4,000+ defendants using the SAD Scheme. Seriously, Roblox? Do better. [Roblox is represented in this case by Michael A. Hierl, Robert Payton McMurray, and William Benjamin Kalbac of the Chicago firm Hughes Socol Piers Resnick & Dym.
Legal IT Insiders
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Client relationship management vendor Nexl on Friday (1 December) announced that it had raised $6.6m Series A funding co-led by Shearwater Capital and one of Nexl’s existing investors, Australian-based B2B … Nexl says $6.6m Series A, nine months on from a $4m raise, is down to “huge market opportunity” Read More » The post Nexl says $6.6m Series A, nine months on from a $4m raise, is down to “huge market opportunity” appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
TechLaw Crossroads
DECEMBER 4, 2023
I hate it when people talk about dysfunctional families. That suggests there are functional ones, but I sure haven’t seen one yet. Smokeball , a cloud-based legal practice management software provider, today released its 2024 State of the Law Report. It reveals some pretty scary findings about smaller law firms and their lack of knowledge of fundamental business principles.
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Richmond Journal of Law and Technology
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Taking a deeper look into why the European Union made the USB-C charger the standard across the 27-nation bloc By Allen Masi In 2022, an overwhelming majority of the European Parliament passed a reform that will make USB-C connectors the standard charger for most electronic devices across the European Union. [1] Apple, the popular iPhone developer, will be greatly impacted by this sweeping change. [2] After the fall of 2024, mobile phones, e-readers, ear buds, tablets, cameras, and other devices
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
From : Blog Entry >> Jordan’s Blog Entry The threat of cyberattacks is a looming danger for businesses across all industries. Law firms, in particular, are prime targets for cybercriminals due to the wealth of sensitive client information they handle, such as personal details, financial data, and intellectual property. The consequences of a successful cyberattack on a law firm can be devastating, not only in terms of financial losses but also in terms of reputational damage and potential
Legal Expert Connections
DECEMBER 4, 2023
“Courting Your Clients” via membership organizations is a valuable resource for lawyers looking to generate leads and grow their business. Here are some law firm marketing techniques that can help you leverage your membership groups to attract new clients and referral sources. Speaking engagements : Membership organizations often host events and conferences where you can speak on topics related to your practice area.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission submitted a comment to the U.S. Copyright Office voicing its intention to investigate the copyright practices of AI developers who they believe are engaging in unfair competition—whether the companies infringed copyright or not.
Pillsbury Law Internet and Technology blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
A federal judge has blocked a Montana law banning the popular video sharing app TikTok, finding “little doubt” that it was “more interested in targeting China’s extensible role in TikTok than with protecting Montana consumers.” The ruling, likely to be celebrated by consumers and free speech advocates alike, comes at a time when federal and state governments are grappling with how to regulate social media companies.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Cubicall leveraged its hardware-software alliance with case-management solution Immediation to launch its correctional phone booth offering, meant to reduce transportation costs and increase access to justice for incarcerated individuals remote court needs.
Debevoise Data Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
On December 4, 2023 The Debevoise Data Strategy and Security Group released the inaugural edition of its Cybersecurity Desk Guide for Counsel. The Desk Guide is a reference resource for counsel, in any size of organization, covering the many facets in which legal departments could engage with cybersecurity functions. The rapid rise of cybersecurity is a key business priority for all companies.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
The rise of ecommerce has made digital signatures a necessity. They have sped up the contract process and allowed for conveniently purchasing or downloading items. The clickwrap agreement is one [.] The post Clickwrap Agreements: Everything You Need to Know appeared first on Exigent group.
Centerbase
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Strategic financial planning is essential to ensure firm stability and growth. Modern law firms need precise financial data to target opportunities to improve their bottom line and set them up for success, all of which can be accomplished with industry-leading law practice management software (LPMS). Here are five steps to optimize your law firm’s financial planning. 1.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
In September, a US Circuit Judge in Delaware laid the groundwork for what could be the first trial centered on the authorized or unauthorized use of data to train AI systems. The legal battle is between Thomson Reuters (the company. Continue reading → The post A Cautionary Tale: Thomson Reuters Copyright Infringement Trial and the Future of Data Use in AI Model Training first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.
MatterSuite
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Legal conferences unite professionals to share knowledge and discuss legal field advancements. These events can take various forms, from large international conferences to smaller, more specialized workshops and seminars. Conferences unite lawyers, judges, paralegals, and legal tech experts, fostering collaboration, learning, and networking among legal practitioners.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Don’t let uncertainty stop you from crafting an AI policy, especially when you can rely on much of what you already know to simplify the process. The post How To Simplify Crafting Responsible AI Policies appeared first on Above the Law.
NSLT
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Many law firms have created client development teams in the hopes that this team might be the best tool available to drive revenues and offer a more client-centric approach. However, as client demands continue to grow, your ability to understand the expectations of the client development team and find a way to measure their success is critical to future growth.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
From : Blog Entry >> David’s Blog Entry Overview Law firms are evolving their traditional approach to data management in today’s data-driven legal world. Data Catalogs, Knowledge Graphs, and Data Fabrics, combined with Generative AI technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs), transform legal data management. This integrated approach offers enhanced efficiency, robust governance, and agile operations within law firms.
NSLT
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Many law firms have created client development teams in the hopes that this team might be the best tool available to drive revenues and offer a more client-centric approach. However, as client demands continue to grow, your ability to understand the expectations of the client development team and find a way to measure their success is critical to future growth.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
To say that Sandra Day O’Connor fundamentally changed the legal landscape for good is really only a beginning, not a summation, of the contributions she made. A daughter of the West, her first job after graduating from high school two years early and Stanford Law School at a breathtaking two-year clip was to work as an unpaid county attorney. She turned down the paid opportunity she was offered to work as a legal secretary.
LawNext podcast
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Each year for the past three years, the LexisNexis African Ancestry Network LexisNexis Rule of Law Foundation Fellowship has awarded fellowships to promising law students to participate in research projects related to eliminating racism in the legal system. This year, 15 students received fellowships of $10,000 each to spend nine months working in teams to research one of five “cluster projects” that the fellowship program targeted for the potential to make a meaningful impact.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
From : Blog Entry >> David’s Blog Entry Part 1 discussed the transformative potential of Data Catalogs, Knowledge Graphs, Data Fabric, and Generative AI technologies like Large Language Models (LLMs). Some critical use cases within the legal sector illustrate their practical applications. The examples will demonstrate how integrating these advanced technologies can revolutionize various aspects of legal practice, providing both qualitative and quantitative benefits.
3 Geeks and a Law Blog
DECEMBER 4, 2023
This week we catch up with Jeff Pfeifer and Serena Wellen from LexisNexis to discuss the rapid development of AI tools for the legal industry over the past year. Pfeifer and Wellen give us an insider’s view of what it took to bring their Lexis+ AI tool to the market and the balance between speed to market and getting solid customer guidance on what they need in a legal-focused Generative AI tool.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Say hello to AI Joe! It’s finally time to introduce him, my digital twin, or avatar. He will be here to read out my latest blogs and possibly do some presentations initially. Eventually, he will take on more and more work as the algorithms improve. The algorithm training was quick. The voice and video are all synthetic, and while the lip synching still needs some tweaking, we are rapidly approaching a time when it will be flawless.
Above the Law - Technology
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Voting is now open! Help pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the eighth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2024. Your votes determine the 15 companies selected to face off in a live pitch competition that will be the opening-night event of this year’s TECHSHOW, which is Feb. 14-17, 2024, in Chicago. They also get to exhibit in a special Startup Alley portion of the exhibit hall.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
I hate it when people talk about dysfunctional families. That suggests there are functional ones, but I sure haven’t seen one yet. Smokeball , a cloud-based legal practice management software provider, today released its 2024 State of the Law Report. It reveals some pretty scary findings about smaller law firms and their lack of knowledge of fundamental business principles.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Client relationship management vendor Nexl on Friday (1 December) announced that it had raised $6.6m Series A funding co-led by Shearwater Capital and one of Nexl’s existing investors, Australian-based B2B. Nexl says $6.6m Series A, nine months on from a $4m raise, is down to “huge market opportunity” Read More » The post Nexl says $6.6m Series A, nine months on from a $4m raise, is down to “huge market opportunity” appeared first on Legal IT Insider.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
A councilman in the southern city of Porto Alegre revealed, after his colleagues passed the ordinance, that artificial intelligence had crafted the proposal.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Smokeball’s 2024 State of Law Report found that firms’ adoption of artificial intelligence will likely depend on their size, use cases and practice areas.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
“Companies are faced with this conundrum of wanting to provide more detail but not wanting to give too much,” Orrick partner Aravind Swaminathan said.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Lawyers know the difference between good law, and bad ones. The post Well, That’s Just A Bad Law appeared first on Above the Law.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
This week we catch up with Jeff Pfeifer and Serena Wellen from LexisNexis to discuss the rapid development of AI tools for the legal industry over the past year. Pfeifer and Wellen give us an insider’s view of what it took to bring their Lexis+ AI tool to the market and the balance between speed to market and getting solid customer guidance on what they need in a legal-focused Generative AI tool.
Legal Tech Monitor
DECEMBER 4, 2023
Voting is now open! Help pick the 15 legal tech startups that will get to compete at the eighth-annual Startup Alley at ABA TECHSHOW 2024. Your votes determine the 15 companies selected to face off in a live pitch competition that will be the opening-night event of this year’s TECHSHOW, which is Feb. 14-17, 2024, in Chicago. They also get to exhibit in a special Startup Alley portion of the exhibit hall.
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