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The Justice Gap
‘Disappointing’ progress at HMP Bullingdon finds latest inspection
A report by the HM Chief Inspector of Prisons published earlier this week found ‘disappointing’ progress had been made at HMP Bullingdon following a previous inspection last year. The most…
Real Lawyers Have Blogs
Why Numbers on Paragraphs Appear to Matter in Building a Digital Legal Library
For those of you following along with the building of the Library at LexBlog, I learned something new this week. You need to include numbers for each paragraph in a…
The Virginia Business Litigation Blog
Malfeasance Alone Insufficient to Escape Source-of-Duty Rule
Virginia courts apply the “source of duty” rule to distinguish contract claims from tort claims. A contracting party may recover in tort only if the breached duty arises independently under…
RIPS Law Librarian Blog
Beyond the Block: Reframing the Creative Lull in Writing
Writing has always been my preferred mode of communication, particularly because it offers a tangible archive for my thoughts. As a contributor to RIPS, I often find that I write…
Texas State Law Library Spotlight
Recommended Series Guide
Not sure where to start with your legal research? We can help! Our Recommended Series guide lists popular legal series available at the library. These series often cover a common…
In Custodia Legis
Introducing Chew Heong and Chinese Exclusion: A New Story Map from the Law Library
Researched and written by Caitlin Connelly, Chew Heong and Chinese Exclusion provides a detailed glimpse into the cultural, historical, and legislative events surrounding the 1882 passage of the Chinese Exclusion…
New Ideas Legal Tech
Presenting Like Phil Donahue
By Jerry Lawson
When and why should presenters act like Phil Donahue? Sara Kubik knows. Sara recently observed: “I anticipate having audience input and will actually encourage it. Like Phil Donahue style.” Incorporating…
The Justice Gap
Inspection highlights key concerns of living conditions at Winchester Prison
HM Prison Winchester continues to struggle with deteriorating conditions as well as high levels of violence and illicit drug use following inspection by His Majesties Inspectorate into Prisons (HMIP). A…
A Lawyer Writes
Thwarting defaults
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is looking for a new chair to replace Anna Bradley, who will be stepping down after eight years heading its board. Her successor will have to…
California Accident Attorneys Blog
CARFAX Recall Check: Find Open Recalls By VIN Or Plate
Every year, millions of vehicles on U.S. roads have unresolved safety recalls, and many drivers have no idea their car is one of them. A CARFAX recall check lets you…