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AI hallucinations, errors plague filings as law tech usage rises
The fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals publicly admonished a lawyer for filing briefs with AI-generated false citations, highlighting risks of generative AI in legal practice.
Criminal – Court vacates conviction for intentional damage to computer
The 4th Circuit vacated Ebuka Umeti’s conviction for intentional computer damage due to insufficient evidence of $5,000 loss by victim companies in EDVA.
Corporate counsel weigh pros, cons of AI for productivity
In-house attorneys explore AI tools to boost efficiency while weighing risks around confidentiality, cybersecurity and client trust.
Lawsuit over info disclosed on ‘dark web’ can proceed
The 4th Circuit reinstated data breach claims after finding plaintiffs had standing when their driver’s license data appeared on the dark web.
In wake of cyber threats, federal courts change process for filing sealed records
Virginia federal courts now require hard copy filing of sealed documents amid rising cyberattacks targeting sensitive legal information.
Gone phishin’: Hackers find new weak point in calendar invites
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began nearly two years ago, attorneys and other professionals have increasingly conducted business via digital means, including email and videoconferencing. Unfortunately, this increase in digital activity […]
Playing defense: Make sure your firm is prepared to fight back against hackers
Hackers used malicious ransomware last month to shut down the oil pipeline that carries gasoline to the East Coast, causing long lines at gas stations lucky enough to have any gas […]
Cybersecurity, continuity challenges continue
The global pandemic has changed the practice of law in the U.S. and worldwide. Lockdowns forced firms to close offices, prompting mass work-from-home migrations for attorneys and staff. Thanks to […]
Work-from-home creates new cybersecurity risk
Is your business information secure? Now that many employees are out of the office and working from home cybersecurity takes on a new dimension with a workforce environment never before […]
Security tips for lawyers using Zoom
Social distancing has eliminated in-person interactions, causing lawyers to “meet” with clients through telephone calls or video conferencing. One of the most popular video conferencing platforms is Zoom. Since the […]
Top 10 key cybersecurity recommendations for 2019
By Jacqueline B. Lee BridgeTower Media Newswires Cyberattacks are increasing in sophistication and magnitude of impact across all industries globally. According to a recent report issued by the U.S. Securities […]
GDPR, six months later
The General Data Protection Regulation was the biggest story of 2018 in the field of global privacy and data protection. The GDPR became enforceable in European Union member states on […]
Legal Tech
- A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR : New dedicated coverage of tech challenges facing law firms and legal departments
- Gemini Legal launches DraftEngine for civil litigation forms
- Lawyers continue to grapple with AI ethical issues
Verdicts & Settlements
- Medical Malpractice – Death from cancer followed stomach pain misdiagnosis
- Workers’ Compensation – Seasonal worker paralyzed in tobacco baler accident
- Medical Malpractice – Jurors side with doctor in suit over rescue surgery
- Motor Vehicle Negligence – Unicycle rider dies after being hit by car
- Premises Liability – Delivery driver injured by porch decking collapse
Opinion Digests
- Criminal – Allen charge wasn’t abuse of discretion
- Evidence – Expert’s exclusion from trial deemed harmless
- Parent and child – Mother held in contempt for violating visitation order
- Criminal – Court refuses to continue trial despite missing witness
- Criminal – Meth defendant wasn’t entitled to sentencing safety valve
- Tort – Comments about plaintiff were protected opinions
- Real Property – Condo unit owner challenges expansion plans
