Pitfalls

Is Your Contract Lifecycle Management System Holding You Back? Unpacking the Pitfalls of CLM Technology

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Las Vegas, Nevada — At recent legal technology conferences, discussions have frequently centered on the challenges surrounding Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems. While these systems promise efficiency and improved metrics, many organizations find themselves grappling with disappointments, including poor user adoption and lengthy contract cycle times. A key issue faced by businesses is the lengthy duration from initiating a deal to finalizing a contract, known as contract cycle time. This includes all stages from drafting to obtaining signatures. For companies, the pressure is clear: expedite deals to maximize revenue. Unfortunately, many find that, after investing … Read more

Self-Checkout Pitfalls: Why a Criminal Defense Lawyer Advises Against Using Them

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Since their introduction in the 1980s, self-checkout systems have become a commonplace feature in supermarkets and retail outlets across the globe. In 2023 alone, over 217,000 self-service terminals were deployed worldwide, with the United States leading in demand. By 2029, the number of installations is expected to surge to 2 million. While these systems offer convenience and expedite shopping experiences, they also present unforeseen complications, notably an increased potential for shoplifting. A recent TikTok video by Carrie Jernigan, a criminal defense lawyer, has sparked significant attention by highlighting these very issues. Jernigan, who regularly shares … Read more

BBB Highlights Critical Changes and Tips in Landlord-Tenant Laws to Avoid Legal Pitfalls

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Monroe, LA — Navigating the complexities of landlord-tenant relationships is crucial as it affects countless renters and property owners nationwide. Disputes over security deposits, maintenance, and lease terms are common in many communities across the United States. These conflicts are rooted in often misunderstood laws that can vary significantly from one state to another. Louisiana’s specific regulations highlight that both landlords and tenants must understand their legal rights and obligations to foster a fair and functional housing environment. Key to this relationship is the lease agreement, which legally binds both parties but doesn’t always prevent … Read more

Attorney Warns Shoppers: Self-Checkout Could Wrongly Accuse You of Theft, TikTok Video Reveals Legal Pitfalls

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In an era where self-service technologies are burgeoning at most retail outlets, an unlikely voice on TikTok has raised a legal alarm that’s getting millions to rethink hitting those self-checkout lanes. Carrie Jernigan, a criminal defense attorney with a substantial TikTok following of 1.2 million, has spotlighted potential risks of being misidentified as a shoplifter when using self-service checkout options, drawing on her extensive professional experience. Jernigan’s viral revelation began with an innocuous list of everyday activities she avoids, with the avoidance of self-checkout counters sparking immense curiosity and concern among her audience. She elaborated … Read more