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Website Accessibility for Law Firms: Is Your Site ADA Compliant?

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Reduces legal risk by proactively addressing ADA compliance before a lawsuit occurs. We recommend striving for level AA compliance, as it strikes a practical balance between accessibility and implementation. Proactive compliance is far less costly than defending a lawsuit. The current version, WCAG 2.2, Law firms are not exempt.

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FEDERAL COURT HALTS CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT ENFORCEMENT NATIONWIDE–lawyerswithpurpose.com

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District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a preliminary injunction halting the nationwide enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its related regulations. The court found that the CTA is likely unconstitutional, as it exceeds Congresss authority. by Brittney Shearin On December 3, 2024, the U.S.

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When a Copyright Owner Gets Only a $1,000 Judgment in Federal Court, They’re the Real Losers–McDermott v. KMC

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The defendant conceded summary judgment on liability, and the court held a trial on damages. This post covers the court’s ruling following the damages trial. Setting the Damages Range The court rejects KMC’s innocent infringement defense. Not willful. Defendant’s financial benefit. ” Deterrence.

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Legal Blogging in the AI Era: Best Practices for 2025

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However, while AI is a great tool, its essential to review all AI-generated content for accuracy, ethical considerations, and compliance with legal industry standards. To keep your content fresh and valuable, make it a priority to stay informed about industry changes, such as new regulations, court decisions, and shifts in public opinion.

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Rule 5.5 Demystified: What Every New Lawyer Needs To Know To Practice Ethically | Justia CLE & Webinars

Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

Scott Kozlov is currently the Chief Ethics Officer and Legal Counsel for Cook County Clerk’s Office, where he oversees ethics and compliance efforts, policy enforcement, and investigations of statutory and ordinance violations, among other legal matters.

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Legal GRC Defined: The Meaning of Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Practice

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Thats why GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) is so important. What are Governance, Risks, and Compliances? Governance, Risk, and Compliance GRC helps law firms adhere to rules and regulations while mitigating risks. Governance, Risk, and Compliance GRC helps law firms adhere to rules and regulations while mitigating risks.

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7 Legal Technology Tools Lawyers Need to Boost Efficiency

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Legal-Specific Calendar Tools: Never Miss a Deadline Again In the legal world where missed deadlines have consequences, efficient calendar management is vital and needs to go beyond basic scheduling to comply with court rules. Calendar tools for lawyers have multi-user access and automate court date calculations.