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Section 230 Preempts Two More Harassment Lawsuits

Eric Goldman

Those items got indexed in Google and appeared in Benedict’s vanity searches. To get around it, Todino argued that he was suing for failure to remove the postings. (I The court cites the old Lycos case for the proposition that 230 applies to failure to remove, even after notice. ” Defamation. Harassment.

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Is Your Law Firm Website Bar Compliant?

Attorney at Work

Failure to comply could result in serious penalties. Attorneys are not allowed to compare their services to that of other legal professionals without verifiable data. State bar rules vary, so it can be confusing to determine your responsibilities in terms of your website — particularly if you run a multi-state practice.

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How to Communicate the Value of Legal Work to Other Departments

AXDRAFT

.” This is arguably the most common, and potentially only, interaction that many people have with legal. It stands to reason when you realize that numerous employees see legal as a department that only prepares some necessary paperwork. However, this can be fixed by understanding legal’s main functions.

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Law Firm Marketing Strategy: Guide to Grow Legal Practice

MatterSuite

96% of people seeking legal advice use a search engine. Understanding the Legal Landscape The canvas upon which the perception of legal marketing strategies has radically changed. Legal prowess alone no longer suffices to attract clients. Clients seek not only legal counsel but also an empathetic connection.

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Buy-Side vs. Sell-Side Contracts: Differences, Similarities, Opportunities, & Challenges

AXDRAFT

Here’s a quick rundown Poor contracts can turn into a minefield of legal issues. Your company’s performance can be defined by how well you sell and how you buy. Regardless of the industry, there are always two sides to every deal, and you’ve likely been on both at one time or another. New to contracting?

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What Is a Retainer Fee: What You Need to Know

MatterSuite

Who Uses Retainer Fees Various industries employ retainer fees and professions, including: Legal Services: Clients may retain lawyers to ensure immediate legal assistance when necessary, especially in ongoing legal matters. A retainer fee is a financial arrangement often used in the world of professional services.

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A Literal Generative AI Discussion: How AI Could Reshape Law

3 Geeks and a Law Blog

Justis, powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4, was able to have a natural conversation with Greg and provide insightful perspectives on the use of generative AI in the legal industry, specifically in law firms. In the first part of their discussion, Justis gave an overview of the legal industry’s interest in and uncertainty around adopting generative AI.

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