Utah Attorney Faces Backlash for Using AI to Fabricate Legal Case in Court Brief
SALT LAKE CITY — A Utah attorney is facing significant repercussions after utilizing artificial intelligence to draft a court brief that mistakenly referenced a non-existent legal case. The incident has raised eyebrows in legal circles, prompting discussions about the reliability of technology in professional settings. The lawyer in question submitted a brief that included citations meant to bolster his arguments. However, the supposed case cited was fabricated, leading to an inquiry by the court. As details emerged, the attorney admitted to employing AI tools in the preparation stages, which has raised concerns about the ethical … Read more