Algorithms fall short in predicting litigation outcomes

Algorithms are built on structured data. If your data is of low quality, then it’s as the saying goes: “garbage in, garbage out.”

Sep 1, 2018 1:45 AM CDT

Are law firms that place great importance on ‘cultural fit’ merely perpetuating the status quo?

“Fit is a way for embedded histories and power relationships to make it more difficult for minorities, women and people who do not possess the cultural capital represented by golf, for example, to succeed in particular settings—including the corporate law firm,” one study finds.

Sep 1, 2018 1:40 AM CDT

Clients pushing their outside counsels to adopt stricter cybersecurity standards and protections

Companies are expending more manpower and money on keeping their data safe. The study found that two-thirds of respondents expected their legal department’s role in cybersecurity would increase over the following 12 months, compared with 55 percent in the 2015 survey.

Aug 1, 2018 2:00 AM CDT

BigLaw firms are working together to influence how blockchain technology will operate in the future

The cryptocurrency and blockchain technology industry is already crowded with firms eager to nab high-tech startups as clients or help legacy clients navigate a brave new world.

Aug 1, 2018 1:55 AM CDT

What is the FCC going to do about millions of bot comments during the net neutrality repeal debate?

Aug 1, 2018 1:50 AM CDT

Prepare for and plan against a cyberattack

Attorneys are subject to frequent cybercrime attacks, email accounts are breached, and we are solicited to move money for cybercriminals. Helpful frameworks for information security professionals can guide your incident response planning.

Jul 1, 2018 1:10 AM CDT

Going green: Law firms see business benefits of B Corp certification

Attorneys like Allen Bromberger are making sustainable efforts to draw clients who embrace a greener lifestyle. B Corp certification documents a firm’s actions in job creation, corporate responsibility, effect on the community and impact on stakeholders.

Jul 1, 2018 1:05 AM CDT

Do as I say: Good news for lawyers who hate transcribing by hand

There’s a growing list of automatic transcription tools on the market.

Jul 1, 2018 1:00 AM CDT

Are you covered? Cyber insurance market is highly unstable and lacks uniformity

As cyberthreats evolve and proliferate, more insurers are expanding options to help law firms mitigate loss. However, without industry standards, coverage and cost vary from plan to plan, sometimes causing gaps in potential coverage.

Jun 1, 2018 1:15 AM CDT

ABA Techshow 2018 examines legal profession’s direction with technology emphasis

ABA Techshow 2018 paired panel discussions focused on mentoring female and minority lawyers alongside the traditional sessions examining workplace efficiency, as well as legal issues arising from old, new and emerging technologies.

Jun 1, 2018 1:05 AM CDT

How pro bono representations lead to paid work for lawyers

Pro bono matters can lead to paid work for lawyers. Attorneys have a professional responsibility to provide legal services to those unable to pay.

Jun 1, 2018 1:00 AM CDT

How can lawyers find cybersecurity solutions that work for them?

Lawyers don’t have to break the bank if they wish to be protected from cybertheft. But that doesn’t mean they can afford to be cheap in selecting security products and services.

May 1, 2018 1:10 AM CDT

Specialists show lawyers how to advertise effectively on social media

Businesses have been paying for outside social media help for years, but attorneys are just starting to supplement their social media needs—and it appears to be paying off.

May 1, 2018 1:05 AM CDT

Lawyers have an ethical duty to safeguard confidential information in the cloud

Remote storage and other internet-enabled technologies can create unique ethical quandaries for lawyers. With changes to ethics rules reflecting technology’s role in the profession, many find the prevailing reasonableness standard difficult to interpret.

Apr 1, 2018 1:55 AM CDT

A Fastcase original: Inspired by Netflix, the legal research service is creating its own content

Legal research provider Fastcase launched RAIL: The Journal of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence & Law. The print publication is sold via subscription by its new publishing arm, Full Court Press.

Apr 1, 2018 1:50 AM CDT