The law practice management platform Rocket Matter this week rolled out the next generation of its software, a “reimagined” version of the product that emphasizes flexibility and customization to meet the varying needs of different law firms and different practice areas. When it launched in 2008, Rocket Matter was one of the first of a…
According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, well over half a million people are unhoused on any given night in America. Given the magnitude of the crisis, local governments face immense challenges in addressing the underlying causes of homelessness while managing public health and safety concerns. Some local governments, including many in North…
The World Day Against Child Labour, observed annually on June 12th, unites us in the fight against this global issue. Millions of children, instead of having a childhood and education, are forced into labour, often risking their health and development. This day serves as a stark reminder to take action and end child labour for…
The U.S. Department of Education has finally released its first look into the 2022-2023 academic year. Their IPEDS snapshot data showcase how many students were enrolled in different types of programs on a given fall semester day. There are three important findings: Undergraduate enrollment continued its decline but slowed to -2 percent (see Figure 1)…
Are you interested in what generative Ai can do but haven’t had a chance to spend the time experimenting, or even sitting through an hour-long webinar? Here are two resources that won’t take more than ten minutes of your time. First up – a summary comparison of five gen AI platforms and their legal research…
Underpayment of wages and wage theft will no longer be tolerated, with the Federal Government implementing significant measures in the Closing Loophole legislation to deter and punish non-payment of the correct wages to workers. Likely from 1 January 2025, employers will be subject to new laws that criminalise the underpayment of wages and other monetary …
Home Daily News Driver won’t obey judge’s order to apologize… First Amendment Driver won’t obey judge’s order to apologize for his command to police officer By Debra Cassens Weiss May 16, 2024, 12:29 pm CDT An Alabama man ticketed for speeding acknowledges telling the police officer standing in front of his car to “get your…
Home Daily News Which BigLaw firms are increasing lateral… Law Firms Which BigLaw firms are increasing lateral associate hiring the most? One made legal headlines last year By Debra Cassens Weiss April 4, 2024, 11:24 am CDT No. 1 for raw numbers in lateral associate hiring is Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, which had to…
Alabama plans to execute Alan Lee Miller on September 26. Miller survived a previous execution attempt when the state tried to kill him using lethal injection, and the state later agreed not to employ that method in any subsequent execution. Miller had previously indicated a preference for death by nitrogen hypoxia. If Miller’s execution proceeds…
As a nonprofit professional, you’ve probably heard that charity auctions are time-consuming. On top of the venue details, ticketing, and marketing you’re used to handling for general fundraising events, there’s item procurement and bid tracking to consider. The introduction of virtual and hybrid options has further complicated matters, too. However, with a strong fundraising plan,…