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JUNE 26, 2023

Rumors had been swirling that Thomson Reuters was about to acquire Casetext, and they proved to be true. Just before 9 p.m. Eastern time today, TR said it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext for $650 million cash. “The proposed transaction will complement Thomson Reuters existing AI roadmap and builds on its recent initiatives, including a commitment to invest more than $100 million annually on AI capabilities, the development of new generative AI experiences across its p

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Trellis.Law Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction to Biometric Privacy Laws in the United States There are three states with independent laws on biometric privacy: Illinois, Texas, and Washington. However, out of these three, only Illinois grants the authority for private individuals to take legal action.… Continue reading → The post The Illinois Biometric Privacy Act: A Comprehensive Guide to BIPA Litigation first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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JUNE 26, 2023

In what appears to be a first for a state bar association, The Florida Bar is providing each of its 110,000 members with free access to legal trust accounting software – a move its new president believes will help attorneys better comply with trust accounting requirements and better protect the public from trust violations. The Florida Bar, the official regulatory and disciplinary arm of the Supreme Court of Florida, has entered into a relationship with the legal financial management company Not

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JUNE 26, 2023

In the oddest of “odd couplings” Casetext which just celebrated their 10th anniversary is being acquired by Thomson Reuters. for more than $650M. Congrats to Casetext Co-Founders Jake Heller, Pablo Arredondo and Laura Safdie. Here is the press release from Thomson Reuters. TORONTO, June 26, 2023 –Thomson Reuters Corporation (“Thomson Reuters”) (NYSE / TSX: TRI), a global content and technology company, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext, a California-based

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Law Firm Intelligence by Trellis aggregates state trial court data across the Trellis platform enabling users to: look up a particular metric related to a specific law firm (such as, how many cases a law firm had or has against another law firm), and see the actual dockets and documents supporting the metric. Trellis data is maximized in a revolutionary and unique way to provide users an exclusive look into a law firm litigating in state trial courts.

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CaseFox

JUNE 26, 2023

In the ever-changing landscape of the legal industry, technology is becoming a prominent part. Amidst this whirlwind of innovation, artificial intelligence is standing out as a transformative technology. The legal industry is experiencing a technological revolution. Technology and advanced tools have changed the way the legal industry operates. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a game changer for various industries, and the legal industry is no exception.

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Artificial Lawyer

JUNE 26, 2023

On July 11th at 10AM PDT (6PM UK time) legal AI expert and legal tech founder Daniel Lewis will be in conversation with myself, Richard Tromans of Artificial Lawyer, for this special webinar on the…

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Inside Privacy

JUNE 26, 2023

On June 22, 2023, the Oregon state legislature passed the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act, S.B. 619 (the “Act”). This bill resembles the comprehensive privacy statutes in Colorado, Montana, and Connecticut, though there are some notable distinctions. If passed, Oregon will be the twelfth state to implement a comprehensive privacy statute, joining California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Iowa, Indiana, Tennessee, Montana, Texas, and Florida.

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Justia Legal Marketing & Technology blog

JUNE 26, 2023

Justia Ask A Lawyer is a free question-and-answer forum that connects people with real legal questions to basic answers from real lawyers. Through the platform, users can anonymously submit their legal questions. Lawyers can offer preliminary information and guidance that can help users better understand the law and the next steps. Questions and the answers provided also remain publicly available on the Justia site, allowing them to serve as a resource for future visitors.

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JUNE 26, 2023

As legal IT specialists and a full-service iManage Partner, Tiger Eye support customers to work efficiently and boost productivity, delivering solutions for every step of the document and email journey. Introduction As a trusted advisor to law firms around the world, we are often asked what the key trends are in the legal technology space – and how firms can seize new opportunities presented by new technologies.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Thomson Reuters Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire legal tech research challenger Casetext for $650m cash. Founded by CEO Jake Heller in 2013 with a view to democratising … Thomson Reuters acquires legal research challenger Casetext for $650m Read More » The post Thomson Reuters acquires legal research challenger Casetext for $650m appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Introduction to Biometric Privacy Laws in the United States There are three states with independent laws on biometric privacy: Illinois, Texas, and Washington. However, out of these three, only Illinois grants the authority for private individuals to take legal action. Continue reading → The post The Illinois Biometric Privacy Act: A Comprehensive Guide to BIPA Litigation first appeared on Trellis.Law Blog.

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Legal IT Professionals

JUNE 26, 2023

Thomson Reuters Corporation, a global content and technology company, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext, a California-based provider of technology for legal professionals, for $650 million cash.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Rumors had been swirling that Thomson Reuters was about to acquire Casetext, and they proved to be true. Just before 9 p.m. Eastern time today, TR said it had signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext for $650 million cash. “The proposed transaction will complement Thomson Reuters existing AI roadmap and builds on its recent initiatives, including a commitment to invest more than $100 million annually on AI capabilities, the development of new generative AI experiences across its product

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NSLT

JUNE 26, 2023

Have you ever worked with client portal software? Even if you haven’t, it’s possible you soon will — especially now with more attorneys working remotely and many clients wanting to avoid going into the firm’s office for meetings. For many firms, client portals are now the go-to solution for working and communicating with clients. It allows everyone to review things on their own time, wherever they may be.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

Humans must still be in charge of checking the results to validate accuracy. The post The Future Of Legal: Combining AI And Human Expertise For Improved Outcomes appeared first on Above the Law.

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MatterSuite

JUNE 26, 2023

In the complex realm of law, legal motions serve as powerful tools used by attorneys to advocate for their clients. Navigating the intricate web of rules and procedures governing the legal process. From seeking the dismissal of a case to obtain crucial evidence and motions enables parties. Legal professionals struggling to find the right tools to equip practice in the best efficient way is not something new.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

“The acquisition of Casetext is another step in our ‘build, partner and buy’ strategy to bring generative AI solutions to our customers,” said Steve Hasker, president and CEO of Thomson Reuters, in the press release.

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JUNE 26, 2023

On May 5, 2023, the National Advertising Division (NAD) of BBB National Programs handed down its Final Decision in T-Mobile USA, Inc. v. Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC. The NAD found that Comcast made several express and implied claims that were disparaging and/or unsubstantiated regarding T-Mobile’s home internet service, T-HINT, by way of television and online advertising.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

Recent reporting shows a looming crossroads for corporate legal departments, with 65% percent seeing an increase in matters while 59% are grappling with shrinking budgets. These findings make it clear [.] The post The Complete Guide to Litigation Management appeared first on Exigent.

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Liquid Litigation Management, Inc.

JUNE 26, 2023

Litigation can be challenging for any business, and effectively managing the most intrusive part—discovery—is crucial to achieving successful outcomes. It’s increasingly common for companies of all sizes to adopt comprehensive management solutions. Doing so yields wide-ranging benefits: improved collaboration among legal teams, reduced costs, and improved process efficiency.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

From : Blog Entry >> Denise’s Blog Entry All law firms have records – a lot of them. But it’s only recently that they’ve started to become seriously problematic, for a host of reasons, which is why firms now need help with systematic information retention and disposition. Cybercrime By far and away the biggest concern for law firms is the increased risk of cyberattack.

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NSLT

JUNE 26, 2023

Have you ever worked with client portal software? Even if you haven’t, it’s possible you soon will — especially now with more attorneys working remotely and many clients wanting to avoid going into the firm’s office for meetings. For many firms, client portals are now the go-to solution for working and communicating with clients. It allows everyone to review things on their own time, wherever they may be.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

Maybe take a second after hanging up to curse about the judge's decision. The post Butt-Dial Ends In Clerk’s Ouster appeared first on Above the Law.

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CaseFox

JUNE 26, 2023

It’s hard www.quickdataroom.com/3-reasons-why-organizations-need-a-secure-data-room/ to pass through a day with no reading with regards to a major data breach in the news, exposing millions of people’s personal information to criminals. These kinds of breaches are a daily reality for many businesses and consumers, although there are many things you can do to secure your computer data online.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner's client Mondelez reported more than 51,000 employees' personal data was acquired in a data breach of the law firm.

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Debevoise Data Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

On June 22, 2023, Robert Maddox, International Counsel, and Tristan Lockwood, Associate, delivered the latest instalment of the Debevoise London insurance industry webinar series, focusing on the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act and what it means for the Insurance Sector. Topics included: The history and context of DORA; Management obligations and the role of the Board; Incident reporting, operational resilience testing, and third-party risk management requirements; and Buildi

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

The legal community knows it will need to use generative AI to augment its work. But what data sets it uses in AI tools is still being worked out.

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Eric Goldman

JUNE 26, 2023

The Roommates.com case plays a critical role in the Ninth Circuit’s Section 230 jurisprudence. The (unnecessarily confusing) majority opinion suggested several exclusions to Section 230’s immunity, including these statements: “If you don’t encourage illegal content, or design your website to require users to input illegal content , you will be immune.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

LexisNexis ® Legal & Professional is announcing new document analysis tools for transactional lawyers. space. The feature which is called “Agreement Analysis,” will streamline the manual tasks that accompany researching, negotiating, and finalizing transactional agreements. The product currently supports M&A transactions, including merger, stock purchase and asset purchase agreements, with more transactions coming in future releases.

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Legal IT Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Unmanned flying aircraft (drones) have rapidly become a part of our lives during the last decade. Since the invention of modern prototypes of civil drones, almost everyone has had an opportunity to use drones for different purposes: making photos and videos, including commercial use for movies or television, security surveillance, logistics, agriculture, or even during military operations.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

In the oddest of “odd couplings” Casetext which just celebrated their 10th anniversary is being acquired by Thomson Reuters. for more than $650M. Congrats to Casetext Co-Founders Jake Heller, Pablo Arredondo and Laura Safdie. Here is the press release from Thomson Reuters. TORONTO, June 26, 2023 –Thomson Reuters Corporation (“Thomson Reuters”) (NYSE / TSX: TRI), a global content and technology company, today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Casetext, a California-based

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Above the Law - Technology

JUNE 26, 2023

From Hunter Biden to the ChatGPT lawyers, when media deploy the phrase 'slap on the wrist,' prepare to take several grains of salt. The post Stop Calling It A ‘Slap On The Wrist’ Just Because The Media Hyped It Up More Than It Deserved appeared first on Above the Law.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

Deleting large amounts of old information that was once important and still seems relevant can be a daunting task. Nonetheless, the benefits of data remediation for both law firms and corporations are immense and cannot be overlooked.

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Legal Tech Monitor

JUNE 26, 2023

“We all want to get [generative AI] out fast, because you feel like if you don’t, you have a bit of FOMO, right? But [we said], let’s not overtly take the bait. Let’s breathe through this and make sure that when we do deliver something, it’s of significant value that our customers can use and grow,” Phil Saunders, CEO of Relativity, told Legaltech News.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Thomson Reuters Corporation has signed a definitive agreement to acquire legal tech research challenger Casetext for $650m cash. Founded by CEO Jake Heller in 2013 with a view to democratising. Thomson Reuters acquires legal research challenger Casetext for $650m Read More » The post Thomson Reuters acquires legal research challenger Casetext for $650m appeared first on Legal IT Insider.

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