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January 29, 2024 | The American Lawyer

We Asked Every Am Law 100 Law Firm How They're Using Gen AI. Here's What We Learned

At least 41 of the U.S.'s highest grossing firms are putting the much-discussed technology to use, exploring opportunities for legal work and on the business side of operations.
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January 26, 2024 | Law.com

Here's What to Do When Your Firm Is Mulling a Merger

In this week's episode, Law.com Editor-in-Chief Zack Needles chats with Melinda Wallman, a London-based partner at recruiting firm Macrae about how mergers impact legal professionals'—and particularly diverse legal professionals'—careers.
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January 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Jury Awards More Than $83.3 Million to E. Jean Carroll in Defamation Trial Against Trump

The verdict included $65 million in punitive damages, with the jury finding that Trump acted "maliciously." The former president and GOP frontrunner has promised to appeal.
3 minute read
January 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal

Ex-CEO Confirms Use of NRA Assets for Personal Expenses

Wayne LaPierre's health has been a point of contention throughout the trial, and defense attorney P. Kent Correll last week requested a medical accommodation for his client.
4 minute read
January 26, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

'Illegal and So Awful': Yale Law Students Turn to Court Over Transgender Policy

"We don't know, frankly, why they're dragging their feet," law school student Alex Johnson said.
4 minute read
January 26, 2024 | New York Law Journal

'Diaz': SCOTUS to Consider Expert Law Enforcement Testimony

In November of 2023, the Supreme Court granted certiorari in United States v. Diaz, which raises a question about the admissibility of expert law enforcement testimony offered to support the prosecution's theory that the defendant knew she was transporting drugs. In his article, Yale Law Professor Paul Schechtman discusses the case and its potential implications.
12 minute read
January 26, 2024 | International Edition

UN Court Orders Israel to Allow Gaza Humanitarian Aid in Historic Judgment

It is only the second time in history that a country not involved in a conflict has brought a case before the International Court of Justice over genocide concerns.
2 minute read
January 25, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

'The Oral Argument Was Very Bizarre': Suisman Shapiro Wins Case With Twists

Defense counsel moved to withdraw her appearance, stating that her client was going against her advice, according to her motion.
4 minute read
January 25, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Connecticut Movers: 3 Hartford Firms Have Reasons to Celebrate

In business since 1977, Brown Paindiris & Scott continues its legacy of growth, Robinson & Cole expands its bankruptcy practice and Pullman & Comley celebrates a prestigious award.
4 minute read
January 24, 2024 | Connecticut Law Tribune

Judge Relied on Personal Beliefs—Not Evidence, Appellate Court Finds

The trial judge "appears to have relied on the aforementioned personal beliefs, rather than the evidence," the opinion said.
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