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Landmark Decision: Judge Approves Trump’s $92 Million Bond to Satisfy Jury Verdict

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INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – A judge has given approval for former President Donald Trump’s $92 million bond to cover a jury award. The bond is expected to secure Trump’s financial obligation in a defamation lawsuit filed by a woman who claims he sexually assaulted her in the 1990s. This ruling comes after Trump’s request for an appeal was denied by the New York Court of Appeals. The ruling by Judge James Oetken ensures that the woman will receive the full amount of the jury award. In 2019, a jury had found Trump liable for defamation after … Read more

Kentucky Committee Approves Controversial Bill to Extend Teen Work Hours, Raises Concerns for Safety and Education

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FRANKFORT, Kentucky — The safety and educational success of Kentucky teenagers may be at risk as a bill proposing longer and later working hours for minors has gained approval from a House committee. House Bill 255, sponsored by Rep. Phillip Pratt, aims to repeal Kentucky’s existing child labor laws and align them with less restrictive federal laws for 16 and 17-year-olds. Currently, Kentucky law limits the number of hours minors in this age group can work on a school day to six, with an increase to eight hours on non-school days and a total of … Read more

New Mexico Legislature Approves Changes to Cannabis Laws to Crack Down on Illicit Activity and Improve Industry Standards

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SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — With the legislative session coming to a close on Thursday, both the House and Senate in New Mexico are fully engaged in their last few days of work. The state lawmakers have been busy making significant decisions, including approving a comprehensive set of changes to the cannabis laws. The cannabis bill, which aims to address gaps in the existing regulations and crack down on illicit marijuana coming from outside the state, is the result of collaborations with industry leaders who have provided valuable feedback. Representative Andrea Romero acknowledges the lessons … Read more

The Florida Bar Approves Ethical Use of Generative AI by Lawyers, Emphasizes Competency and Adherence to Ethics

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Tallahassee, Florida – Lawyers in Florida have received a new ethics opinion that outlines guidelines for the ethical use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The opinion, issued by The Florida Bar, emphasizes the importance of adhering to ethical obligations when utilizing AI tools and urges legal professionals to develop competency in these emerging technologies. Released on January 19, the non-binding Ethics Advisory Opinion 24-1 provides guidance to attorneys on the use of generative AI. The opinion, unanimously approved by The Florida Bar’s Board of Governors, highlights the potential benefits of AI in improving the … Read more