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As we move into a new decade, the legal industry is undergoing a transformative shift with the rise of technology specifically designed for this field. With an array of tools, applications, and software available, this innovative technology is enhancing and streamlining legal operations in ways that were once impossible. From increasing efficiency in proceedings to improving access to justice, these …

“Professed technological incompetence is not an excuse for discovery misconduct” is not a court holding you want to see (James v. Nat’l Fin. LLC, No. CV 8931-VCL, 2014 WL 6845560 (Del. Ch. Dec. 5, 2014)).  In today’s legal profession, lawyers must be technologically competent. This is reinforced by ABA Model Rule of Professional Conduct 1.1 and Comment 8. Currently, most …

Public access to court data through automated collection of online court records is a fundamental First Amendment right and it is critical to meaningful access to the United States legal system. The recent ruling in South Carolina State Conference of the NAACP v. Kohn et al, denying the motion to dismiss the lawsuit brought by the NAACP alleging that South …

Identity theft is an ever-present threat in today’s digital age, and it can have a devastating impact on small businesses. The cost of identity theft extends beyond just financial losses. It can also lead to legal consequences and irreparable damage to a business’s reputation. As a small business owner, it is crucial to understand the potential risks and costs associated …

Client confidentiality is a fundamental pillar of the legal profession. Law firms are entrusted with safeguarding a wide range of confidential information, from financial data to personal details. Despite this, about 77% of attorneys have inadequate safety measures when it comes to securing their clients’ data. This is incredibly concerning when you consider the fact that in 2018, security researchers …

Have you noticed how technology is transforming the legal industry? It’s happening right now, and it’s changing the way you practice law. Legal tech startups are disrupting traditional law firms and offering new ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their services. Let’s walk the journey of discovery, exploring the development of legal technology vendors and their impact on …

Change is afoot in a legal sector known for its traditional working practices. The latest in legal technology may seem overstated to some. Others predict present trends will drastically disrupt the profession. However, it is abundantly obvious that many legal technology solutions are already significantly improving the lives of attorneys. In order to meet the problems of escalating workflow and …

AI continues to capture the imagination of the legal industry – as well it should. Leveraging AI-enabled technology solutions can help corporate legal teams and their organizations generate boundless efficiencies and new insights into their existing business practices. But those robust levels of interest and enthusiasm also means that AI products – or products claiming to be AI – will …

Advances in technology are having a profound impact on personal injury cases. From gathering evidence to providing expert testimony, the use of technology is revolutionizing the way lawyers and medical professionals approach these cases. This development has significant implications for insurance premiums, settlements, and, ultimately, the outcomes of such cases. In this article, we will explore how technology is changing …

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has attracted much attention from the scientific, industry, and tech communities. Even the general population has been intrigued by the development of AI which has been instigated by series, documentaries, and novels showing how our future coexisting with AI may look like. Beyond these futuristic scenarios, the rapid development of AI technologies represents a quickly evolving challenge …