Bridge

12 Elite Law Schools Recognized for Innovative Teaching Methods to Bridge Skills Gap

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NEW YORK (AP) – Law schools across the country are being recognized for their innovative approaches to teaching critical lawyering skills. Bloomberg Law’s Law School Innovation Program, now in its second year, aims to identify and honor these schools for their pioneering efforts in legal education. The program’s focus this year is on addressing the practical skills gap in traditional legal education. While most law schools adhere to the minimum mandates set by the American Bar Association for skills-based courses, there is a recognized disconnect between the skills students possess upon graduation and the skills … Read more

Maryland Judge Allows Opponents of Swallow Falls Bridge Replacement Plan to Challenge Decision in Court

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Oakland, Maryland — Construction opponents of the Swallow Falls bridge replacement plan have won a significant victory in court. On Monday, visiting Judge W. Timothy Finan denied the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) motion to dismiss a petition challenging the state’s decision to grant an exception to the protected Youghiogheny River corridor. The petition, filed in September, calls on the court to remove the exception that would allow for the construction of a new bridge on an offset alignment of the existing Swallow Falls span. The petitioners, including property owner Steve Storck, argue that … Read more

Virginia Judge Orders ‘Disposal’ of Animals Seized from Natural Bridge Zoo, Citing Cruelty and Inadequate Care

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LEXINGTON, Virginia — A significant ruling was made by a judge in Virginia on Friday regarding the fate of animals seized from the Natural Bridge Zoo. Out of the 96 animals confiscated last month following an investigation by the state attorney general, 57 will not be returned to the zoo. The judge determined that these animals were subjected to cruelty or inadequate care, leading to their disposals. The remaining 39 animals will be returned to the zoo due to insufficient evidence supporting their seizure. The decision was the result of a case heard in the … Read more

Judge Judy’s Granddaughter Takes on New Role as Law Clerk on ‘Judy Justice’ to Bridge Generation Gap

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Los Angeles, CA – Sarah Rose, the 26-year-old granddaughter of renowned TV judge Judy Sheindlin, is taking on a significant role on her grandmother’s show, “Judy Justice.” The show’s third season, premiering on Amazon Freevee and Prime Video, will feature Rose assisting Sheindlin as a newly minted lawyer. According to Rose, her role is to provide a different perspective and help Sheindlin relate to and understand younger audiences. She navigates the world of emojis and Gen Z slang, ensuring that Sheindlin stays relevant in the evolving judicial landscape. However, she admits that explaining the nuances … Read more