Law

Legal Tech Giant Partners with Vanderbilt Law School to Pioneer AI Solutions in the Legal Industry

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Atlanta, Georgia – A leading legal tech company, Aderant, and Vanderbilt Law School have announced a new collaboration aimed at promoting a greater understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) in the field of law. Both organizations prioritize AI, with Aderant having introduced AI tools like MADDI to enhance law business management and Vanderbilt Law School founding the Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL) to explore the intersection of AI and legal services. The collaboration between Aderant and Vanderbilt Law School began with a presentation by Aderant CTO Andy Hoyt to Vanderbilt Law School students associated with VAILL. … Read more

Yale Law Professor Exposes Disturbing Eugenic Origins of Colorado’s Habitual Criminal Law

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DENVER, Colorado – Yale Law School professor Daniel Loehr, along with research assistants Balen Essak-Hernandez and Courtney Perales, has filed an amicus brief before the Colorado Supreme Court, arguing that the state’s habitual criminal law is linked to the eugenics movement. Loehr’s brief, based on historical research conducted during his time at the Law School, aims to demonstrate the historical origins of the law and its ties to the eugenics movement. The brief focuses on the case of Ward v. the People of Colorado, in which an individual was charged under the habitual criminal law … Read more

Iowa Takes a Stand: New Law Strengthens Regulations on Foreign Ownership of Agricultural Land

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DES MOINES, Iowa – Iowa has taken action to address the issue of foreign agricultural land ownership by passing a new law. Governor Kim Reynolds signed the bill on Tuesday, granting the state attorney general subpoena power to prevent foreign adversaries, such as China, from investing in Iowa farmland. Governor Reynolds emphasized the need for vigilance against foreign entities seeking to exploit American agriculture. She stated that the acquisition of American farmland by foreign groups is a common weapon used to assert dominance over the country. Iowa, with its fertile soil and exceptional production capacity, … Read more

Arizona Supreme Court Upholds Controversial Abortion Law, Igniting Renewed Debate

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PHOENIX, Arizona — The Arizona Supreme Court issued a ruling on Tuesday that allows the state to enforce its previously dormant law criminalizing all abortions, except in cases where the mother’s life is at risk. The court examined the validity of a law that dates back to 1864, long before Arizona became a state. This law prohibits abortion without any exceptions for rape or incest, but it does make an allowance if the mother’s life is in danger. The recent ruling from the state’s highest court comes after a 2022 decision by the state Court … Read more