In a digital age where recruiters skim resumes in mere seconds, conveying your unique value quickly is a considerable challenge. As successful legal professionals, you may wonder why the well-established brand names in your work history aren’t enough to have recruiters clamoring to connect with you. The truth lies not in the details of your…
Legal technology often doesn’t receive due recognition for its role in revamping the delivery of legal services. While popular and profitable tech products usually enjoy the spotlight, innovations focused on narrowing the access to justice gap are often overlooked. Adequate recognition of these initiatives can significantly ensure their accessibility to the appropriate audience. The American…
Last week, Law.com’s General Counsel Conference East was held in Brooklyn, New York, a unique platform that provided an avenue to discuss a broad legal landscape from a bird’s eye perspective. As part of the proceedings, the Legal Speak podcast conducted interviews with attendees and industry professionals to shed light on the motivations and key…
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has expressed its concern and detailed its actions regarding medical debt collection. Seth Frotman, the CFPB’s General Counsel and a senior advisor to Director Chopra, made these remarks at the New Jersey Citizen Action Education Fund’s Financial Justice Summit on October 4th. The remarks highlighted the work and mission…
In a crucial move towards reinforcing the privacy of student data, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) gave his assent to the Student Data Privacy Act (the “Act”), designated as H.F. No. 2353, on May 22, 2022. This newly minted law amends the existing regulations stipulated under Minnesota’s Government Data Practices Act. The Act was set…
The legal proceedings revolving around the case of Saifullah Khan has been a complex and tangled web, illustrating the complex mechanisms of parallel processes in Title IX. Khan was accused in 2015 of sexually assaulting a fellow Yale student during Halloween, a case which set off a series of civil, criminal, and administrative actions that…
Every child has a right to education, but how far does the shield of immunity extend when it comes to school districts and potential civil rights violations? This is a complex issue, one that requires careful understanding of various legal nuances. The general presumption is that public schools, as state entities, possess immunity from suits….
Attorney Joe Carlasare of Amundsen Davis will be leading a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) discussion titled “Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Law: Opportunities and Ethical Dilemmas” on October 12th. This noteworthy event is being organised by the Wisconsin Chapter of ACEDS and is expected to provide a significant education and networking opportunity for…
Miller Nash LLP, an esteemed law firm, is excited to open the registration for their 2023 Employment Law Seminar, titled “The Miller Nash Game Show Network: Tune In for the Latest in Employment & Labor Law.” The seminar is a half-day event, taking place both virtually and on location for those able to attend in…
Legal professionals worldwide, particularly those specialising in fraud, asset tracing, and recovery, can look forward to a significant upcoming event to be held in Paris, France this fall. Hosted by C5 Group, the inaugural Fraud, Asset Tracing & Recovery – Paris event will take place on October 26th and 27th. The event stands to be…
Imprisoned Iranian women’s rights activist Narges Mohammadi has recently been awarded the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize, a move that will strengthen her fight for women’s rights in Iran. The Nobel committee officially announced the decision, highlighting Mohammadi’s role within the “Women, Life, Freedom” movement and her status as an inspiration for Iranian women. Mohammadi has…
In a split decision, a fully constituted panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has reestablished a former University of Arizona student’s Title IX lawsuit against the institution. This decision has vacated a divided three-judge panel’s opinion that previously approved the summary judgment for the university. The announcement held that the…
In the realm of Biglaw, change is afoot after a recent diversity lawsuit. Perkins Coie, one of the major Biglaw firms implicated, is responding by recasting its fellowship. This course of action follows the Supreme Court’s landmark decision to disassembly affirmative action in higher education institutions. A critical detail, considering both Perkins and Morrison &…
In the complex landscape of divorce law, one intriguing asset class that’s increasingly coming under scrutiny is the 529 plan. This education savings plan, recognized under Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code, can become a contentious issue in divorce proceedings as courts navigate the challenge of defining it as marital or separate property. A…
On October 2, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) unveiled its proposed guidance on workplace harassment claims, aptly titled “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace”. The move underlines the regulatory body’s dedication to shaping a robust framework that thoroughly addresses workplace harassment while providing adequate protection to employees across sectors. Details on…
In a case that highlights the tension between religious freedom and rules governing the conduct of public officials, a school board member in Arizona has filed a free-speech lawsuit alleging that the district has barred her from quoting Bible passages during meetings. This legal dispute, initially reported by Law.com, pits constitutional rights against board of…
In a recent New Jersey appeals case, a school district’s decision to inform a prospective employer about a teacher’s inappropriate social media behavior was upheld. The teacher, referred to as A.B., was the subject of a “sexual misconduct investigation” as a result of her social media posts. The school district disclosed the information in response…
The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, also known as the “DV Program” or the “DV-2025 Program”, is currently open for applications. This program, which operates on a lottery basis, offers up to 55,000 immigrant visas (or “green cards”) each year to individuals hailing from countries with notably low U.S. immigration rates. The program for fiscal year…
October 2023 brings with it a slew of developments within the wireless industry. Increasingly essential to everyday living, the industry has radically transformed how we connect — from enabling remote work and online education, to making telemedicine possible. It has also revolutionized how people in the U.S. interact virtually in many aspects of their daily…
Recent developments in North Carolina suggest that the legal landscape surrounding cannabis and hemp is evolving. The shift appears to be driven, in large part, by growing public support for medical cannabis use. A Meredith College poll conducted in February 2023 found that 73% of North Carolina voters, including 64% who identify as Republicans, are…
On August 24, 2023, the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (“OCR” or the “Department”) paved a new path with its release of a Dear Colleague Letter (the “DCL”) regarding “Race and School Programming.” According to JDSupra, this DCL seems to be a response to the Supreme Court’s ruling in Students for…
Recently, higher education entities that accept federal student loans have been reported to receive emails from the Department of Education. These messages pertain to borrower defense claims, in which current and former students seek to avoid loan repayment obligations. An interesting point to note is that, although the Department may convey that responding to such…
The webinar on the UK Corporate Governance Code and Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) will take place on October 18th, from 9:00 am to 9:45 am BST. The session is recommended for compliance professionals looking to navigate the complex layers of UK Corporate Governance and SOX. Organized by NAVEX, this exclusive event is designed to offer valuable…
The resumption of federal student loan repayments has ignited concerns among Democratic Attorney Generals (AGs). A group of 19 Democratic AGs united in their concerns, penning a letter addressed to the President and the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, asking for reinforced protections for borrowers. This comes as federal student loan payments are…
The cost of obtaining a Juris Doctor (JD) degree has been a topic of contentious debate among law professionals across the globe. Recent insights add to this discussion, presenting nuanced opinions and valuable data. The Department of Education (DOE) is pressing law schools to provide more explicit financial information, undertaking a transparency initiative that has…