In September, a US Circuit Judge in Delaware laid the groundwork for what could be the first trial centered on the authorized or unauthorized use of data to train AI systems. The legal battle is between Thomson Reuters (the company…
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The Trellis.Law Blog, published by Trellis, focuses on legal issues related to litigation and trial practice, including personal injury, liability, and mass torts. It covers developments in case law and legal strategy, with an emphasis on the use of AI and technology to enhance legal productivity and case analysis. The blog highlights partnerships and innovations that support litigators in managing state court cases and tracking legal trends. It also discusses practical applications of AI tools in saving time and improving efficiency in litigation workflows.
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Behind the Bench: Unpacking Judge Epstein’s Inquiries in Lizzo Lawsuit Hearing
On November 22, 2023, the lawsuit against Lizzo by three of her previous backup dancers had its first court hearing. Lawyers for both parties battled it out over allegations centered on whether Lizzo created a hostile work environment while on……
Airbnb in the Big Apple: How the Short-Term Rental Ban Affects Hosts and Travelers in NYC
By Anka Mason
Home Alone 2, Lost in New York premiered a little over three decades ago, just in time for Christmas. The holiday release became an instant classic. One can imagine that an updated version would perhaps include an Airbnb stay, were……
Fifth Circuit Sets AI Usage Rules for Legal Filings
As jurists, law firms, legal professionals, and the public struggle to keep pace with the swift advancement of artificial intelligence, it is no surprise that courts are beginning to draft and enact rules for using these tools in legal proceedings.……
Unraveling Chaos: OpenAI’s Removal and Reinstatement of CEO Sam Altman
Sam Altman Reinstated as CEO at OpenAI After a week of turmoil that began just last Friday with the ouster of OpenAI’s CEO Sam Altman, in another shocking twist of events, it was announced this morning that as of late……
Ethics Exam Showdown: Chat GPT vs. Law Students – A New Era in Legal Education
Last Thursday, LegalOn Technologies published a study claiming AI chatbots outperformed most aspiring lawyers on the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE). According to the report, OpenAI’s Chat GPT-4 performed best by answering 74% of the exam questions correctly, outperforming the……
Case Study on Gender Discrimination and Retaliation: Robert De Niro’s Production Company’s Legal Battle and Verdict
Last week, a jury in New York found Robert De Niro’s production company, Canal Productions liable for gender discrimination and retaliation against De Niro’s former assistant, Graham Chase Robinson. The jury awarded Robinson $1.2 million in damages but found that De……
🌱 Trellis Origin Story: CEO Nicole Clark Shares Inside Scoop on Lawyer Stories Podcast
The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 161 features Nicole Clark, Co-founder, CEO at Trellis, located in Los Angeles, California. In this podcast, Nicole shares her story and how the idea for Trellis was born late one night as Nicole was trying……
Questionable Ethics in Focus: Supreme Court Adopts Code of Conduct Amid Rising Concerns
On Monday, the Supreme Court announced the adoption of a new code of conduct for the justices. The document is 14 pages (with the Code laid out over nine) and includes five cannons of conduct on topics ranging from what……
Unpacking the AI Executive Order: A Closer Look at President Biden’s Directives
On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. Spanning over 100 pages, this is the most comprehensive set of guidelines on AI issued by the United……