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A member of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s legal team allegedly delivered threats to Karim Khan, Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), stating that, unless the ICC withdrew arrest warrants for Israeli officials, Khan and the court would be “destroyed,” a news outlet reported Tuesday. British-Israeli lawyer and Nicholas Kaufman allegedly delivered the warning in May during a private meeting in the Hague. Kaufman is reportedly linked to a senior Netanyahu adviser. The report claimed Kaufman urged Khan to reclassify the arrest warrants and their details as “confidential,” a move that would allow Israel to access allegation details and challenge them in private. Journalists from Middle East Eye (MEE) reported that Kaufman said, “They will destroy you and they will destroy the court” if the ICC further pursued arrest warrants, particularly for Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, as well…

A delayed C-section is one traumatic form of birth medical negligence that can result in serious childbirth injuries for newborns and mothers. Many parents in these circumstances are left wondering if healthcare professionals could have prevented their child’s harm and the physical and emotional toll. When medical teams delay emergency cesarean deliveries despite clear warning signs, families may endure permanent consequences.    What is Considered a Delayed C-Section? A delayed C-section occurs when providers fail to perform an emergency cesarean delivery within the urgent timeframe required by medical standards. Historically, organizations such as the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the National Health Service (NHS), and the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) have recommended a decision-to-incision time of 30 minutes or less in emergencies. Studies now indicate that there is insufficient evidence to establish a…

William Neukom, former ABA president with influence ‘from boardrooms to ballparks to courtrooms,’ dies at 83

Michael Legg (University of New South Wales (UNSW) - UNSW Law & Justice), Vicki McNamara (University of New South Wales (UNSW) - UNSW Law & Justice), & Armin Alimardani (University of Wollongong) have posted The Promise and the Peril of the Use of Generative Artificial Intelligence in Litigation on SSRN. Here is the abstract: Generative Artificial Intelligence (‘GenAI’) has been employed by lawyers and parties to litigation in courts and tribunals around the world. While GenAI holds out the promise of more accessible legal services, GenAI also creates risks, such as the production of non-existent or inaccurate case citations and statements of law. Both lawyers and self-represented litigants (SRLs) have failed to verify this ‘fake’ law and used the outputs in litigation. This article examines why lawyers and SRLs are prone to misuse GenAI in litigation, including by reference to aspects of human psychology, such as automation…

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution presents law firms with unprecedented opportunities for growth and competitive advantage. In the world of digital marketing, AI search is a powerful equalizer, making previously complex and resource-intensive tasks accessible to businesses of all sizes. This is a game-changer for law firms, reminiscent of how the early web allowed them to promote their services and compete in a crowded legal landscape with cost-effective strategies. AI-powered tools can optimize and streamline your online marketing processes, from audience analysis to content creation, empowering law firms to connect with and attract high-value potential clients. Think of this shift in search technology as the offseason in Formula 1, a pivotal moment where every team (and every law firm) has the chance to re-evaluate strategies, integrate new technology, and refine their approach. Major breakthroughs in search, like the revolutionary shift from keyword density to the…

Over the July 4th weekend, a series of fireworks-related tragedies rocked communities across California. As the smoke clears, victims and families are left with urgent questions: Who’s responsible? What are your legal rights if you’re hurt, or if your property is damaged by someone else’s illegal fireworks?  Here we break down the key legal issues and what victims should know if they’ve been affected by a fireworks explosion.  What Happened in the Recent California Fireworks Explosions? Simi Valley: A man died after fireworks stored in his garage exploded, setting the home ablaze.  Pacoima: A fireworks explosion destroyed one home and damaged several others. One man died and a woman was critically injured.  Buena Park: An 8-year-old girl was killed during a backyard fireworks display when a device misfired.  Antioch: A man lost fingers and others were injured in an alleyway blast involving commercial-grade fireworks.  All…

The Electronic Frontier Foundation and ARTICLE 19 strongly support the Wikimedia Foundation’s legal challenge to the categorization regulations of the United Kingdom’s Online Safety Act. The Foundation – the non-profit that operates Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects – announced its legal challenge earlier this year, arguing that the regulations endanger Wikipedia and the global community of volunteer contributors who create the information on the site. The High Court of Justice in London will hear the challenge on July 22 and 23. EFF and ARTICLE 19 agree with the Foundation’s argument that, if enforced, the Category 1 duties - the OSA’s most stringent obligations – would undermine the privacy and safety of Wikipedia’s volunteer contributors, expose the site to manipulation and divert essential resources from protecting people and improving the site. For example, because the law requires Category 1 services…

Ed. Note: Welcome to our daily feature Trivia Question of the Day! According to a recent survey conducted by the National Association for Law Placement on law school graduates from class of 2021, what percentage have already changed jobs at least once in their legal career?  Hint: Only 13% of respondents said they are actively looking for a job. See the answer on the next page. The post There’s No Shame In Lateraling Early In Your Legal Career appeared first on Above the Law.

Almas Khan, Civil Rights Lawyering and the Reconstruction of Law and Literature, at 29 European Journal of English Studies 1 (2025). Here is the abstract. Interrogating the place of race in law and literature has newfound urgency in the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 decision striking race-based affirmative action in university admissions and a renewal of the “canon wars” in U.S. politics and academia. Amidst this turbulence, legal scholars have published landmark articles unmasking the racist intellectual history of several doctrinal fields. Their critiques inform this essay, which charts a counter-genealogy of law and literature’s growth as a field grounded not mainly in academic work but civil rights praxis. The essay first summarises the traditional narrative of law and literature’s emergence as an interdiscipline, close reading canonical texts that craft a genealogy of elite white men building the field. Next, the essay presents a…

There are a great many things for drivers to be angry about today, and our roadways can exacerbate emotions. For instance, Project Illinois’ dedication to upgrading transportation routes throughout the state requires all sorts of road work construction zones which can be maddening in their own right. And then there are all the traffic jams that come with living in metropolitan areas like Indianapolis or Chicago, or facing the huge volume of large truck traffic throughout our “Crossroads of America.”  For more, read Reckless Driving in Chicago Road Work Accidents; and Huge and Growing Freight Truck Traffic in Northern Indiana: Increasing Danger of Semi-Truck Crashes. Frustration is understandable. We’re all human. However, there are some times where drivers’ emotions boil to a point that they rise to “road rage.” Here in Illinois and Indiana, road rage is an increasing problem and rising danger for serious or deadly…

In Ashmus v. Coughlin, 2025-Ohio-2412, the Ohio Supreme Court provided important guidance on the scope of a seller’s disclosure obligations under Ohio Revised Code 5302.30, particularly when it comes to “material defects” in residential real estate transactions. The Court held that a publicly recorded sewer easement running through a property did not constitute a “material defect” that the seller was required to disclose, reversing a divided Eighth District Court of Appeals decision. Case Background The dispute arose after Thomas and Melissa Coughlin entered into a contract with seller Keith Ashmus to purchase a lakefront home. The Coughlins planned to demolish the existing structure and build their dream home on a different section of the lot. They waived inspections, accepted the property “as is,” and included a 14-day due diligence clause to evaluate feasibility. After the due diligence period expired, the Coughlins discovered a…

In line with the Federal Communications Commission’s (“FCC”) initiative to eliminate unnecessary rules, the FCC recently rendered its one-to-one Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”) consent rule (“TCPA Rule”) dead by “deleting” it from its regulations. Earlier this year, readers may recall that a federal court ordered that the TCPA Rule be vacated. Now, the FCC has officially removed the one-to-one TCPA consent rule from its regulations. Below, we discuss the one-to-one TCPA consent rule’s history and what its removal from the FCC’s regulations means.   How Did The TCPA Rule Get to Where It Is Today?   Pursuant to its authority under the TCPA, the FCC formally adopted, among other things, the TCPA Rule on December 13, 2023. The 1-to-1 TCPA consent rule dramatically altered the definition of “prior express written consent” for purposes of placing automated calls/texts to…

The long-foretold return of the Law Library’s three busts of Abraham Lincoln has come at long last!  The marble pieces returned from storage at the BYU Museum of Art this week, and are now back on display on their usual pedestals on the main floor of the library.  Sculpted by Avard Fairbanks in 1959 (a Provo native), they depict the 16th president in three different stages of his life: Youth, Frontiersman, and Lawyer.  Their presence in the Law Library reminds patrons not only of Lincoln’s dedicated legal career, but also his lifelong pursuit of knowledge through reading books. The post Lincoln Busts Returned to Law Library appeared first on Hunter’s Query.

Written by: Attorney Matthew Marin Published on: July 17, 2025 The heartbreaking fire at Gabriel House assisted-living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, has left an indelible mark on our local community, claiming the lives of 10 beloved residents and injuring dozens more. As of July 17, 2025, we mourn the loss of Brenda Cropper, 66, who succumbed to her injuries, joining the nine others identified earlier. Our hearts go out to the families enduring this unimaginable grief—words cannot fully capture the pain of losing a loved one in such a preventable tragedy. If you or your family were affected by this fire, know that you are not alone. As dedicated Fall River nursing home injury lawyers, at the Marin, Barrett, and Murphy Law Firm we are committed to providing empathetic support while fighting tirelessly for the compensation and accountability you deserve. In this difficult time, seeking legal guidance can feel overwhelming, but it’s a crucial step toward…

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) plays a critical role in protecting the rights of […] The post Understanding the ADA: A Legal Resource first appeared on OA Law.

Carolyn Elefant is a renewable‑energy litigator, founder of MyShingle and longtime advocate for solo and small‑firm lawyers. In this conversation Kevin digs into her idea of “owning your talent,” the 20‑year journey of MyShingle and how generative AI is opening new doors for lawyers who practice on their own terms. They also explore Carolyn’s niche work in renewable‑energy regulation and her vision for a nationwide solo network. Watch the episode Listen and subscribe You can subscribe to Real Lawyers with Kevin O’Keefe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen to your favorite shows. Episode outline 00:00 — Introductions and Carolyn’s mission to help solos 02:00 — Leaving big law and building a niche practice 06:30 — What “own your talent” means for lawyers today …

Curtis Bradley (University of Chicago - Law School) & Neil Siegel (Duke University School of Law) have posted The Supreme Court Under Threat: Early Lessons in Judicial Self-Protection on SSRN. Here is the abstract: This Essay explores how the U.S. Supreme Court, despite being vulnerable to defiance of its decisions and political retaliation, has developed tools of judicial self-protection to preserve its institutional authority as well as the Constitution and the rule of law. Arguing that the Court performs not only a legal role that requires interpretation of the law but also a political one that demands institutional preservation, the Essay examines how the Court has historically navigated political threats by using a range of tools—including avoidance, delay, narrow rulings, strategic dicta, and rhetorical appeals. The Essay focuses on three nineteenth-century episodes: the Jeffersonian backlash following the election of 1800, Georgia’s defiance in…

Ed. note: Welcome to our daily feature, Quote of the Day. [The fact that this topic has remained in the news] reminds firms that if they settle, people will not forget quickly. I am guessing that the firms that settled never anticipated the extent of the blowback or how long the settlements would continue to be front-of-mind for many people. The fact that the settlements happened at all was extraordinary. The amount of free legal work that was extracted was extraordinary. Every time there is a new development that seems remotely related to those settlements, some people become incensed all over again. Those settlements never should have happened. — Leslie Levin, a legal ethics professor at the University of Connecticut School of Law, in comments given to the American Lawyer, on the lasting impact of the pro bono payola deals that the notorious nine Biglaw firms — including Kirkland & Ellis; Latham & Watkins; Skadden; Simpson…