CASE PREVIEW By Ronald Mann on Mar 15, 2024 at 11:41 am The court will hear oral arguments in Truck Insurance Exchange v. Kaiser Gypsum Company on Tuesday. (Jesse Collins, Wikimedia Commons) As a specific legal question, Tuesday’s bankruptcy case is simple, almost trivial: whether the Bankruptcy Code provisions that permit any “party in interest”…
Research shows that concerns about safety are a factor in college search. Understanding prospective students’ fears and perceptions regarding safety not only fosters a sense of trust and security but also plays a crucial role in shaping their decision-making process. Recently, I had the pleasure of taking part in a conversation hosted by Harrison “Soup”…
Shawnrece CampbellShawnrece Campbell has been appointed assistant vice president for diversity and inclusion at Northern Michigan University in Marquette. Campbell holds a bachelor’s degree in English at John Carroll University in University Heights, Ohio, a master’s in English at Youngstown State University in Ohio, an MBA at Stetson University in Florida, and a doctorate in…
Home Daily News Lawyers’ ‘barrage of personal attacks’ on… Trials & Litigation Lawyers’ ‘barrage of personal attacks’ on opponents started with tissue-box toss, appeals court says By Debra Cassens Weiss March 14, 2024, 12:02 pm CDT A federal appeals court saw a need for a civility lesson when it granted a new trial to a…
Many new nonprofit organizations start out on the wrong foot by focusing on obtaining donations without the long-term plan of retaining donors. Securing a healthy relationship with donors who are willing to donate from year to year and quarter to quarter is pivotal in the success of any nonprofit. Don’t get me wrong. Individuals and…
Imagine you have eight to 15 seconds to impress someone you meet for the first time. That’s how long you have to hook your online students and make them feel welcome in your class. This is crucial for setting the tone and establishing your presence as an instructor. But how do you do this when…
(Image via Getty) Ed. Note: A weekly roundup of just a few items from Howard Bashman’s How Appealing blog, the Web’s first blog devoted to appellate litigation. Check out these stories and more at How Appealing. “Democratic senators have privately warned White House that votes aren’t there to confirm Biden’s Muslim judicial nominee”: MJ Lee of…
It won’t be much longer until one of the most anticipated charity events of the year is upon us. For many charities, the TCS London Marathon is a cornerstone of their annual fundraising plans. Little wonder then that charities raised a jaw-dropping £39 million in London Marathon 2023 on JustGiving – more than on any…
Higher education finds itself at a critical juncture in the advancement of AI technology. As universities and institutions continue to integrate AI into their processes, ethical questions arise. It’s no longer solely about hiring skilled developers or acquiring cutting-edge tools; the focus shifts toward the responsible and ethical use of AI. But what does responsible…
Lawyerist Lab was recently upgraded with the addition of a Tology-powered chatbot: Lasso the Lab Coach. It’s vital to keep up with the times, and that means embracing the power of AI and leveraging it for clients. “Lawyers don’t have time to become experts in AI. Our job is to experiment with tools so that…