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From hype to habits: Comparing data on generative AI in law firms

6 days ago | nydailyrecord.com | Nicole Black

There’s a lot of noise about lawyers using generative artificial intelligence (AI)—and not always appropriately—but how is it really being used in law firms? Are legal professionals embracing it, or are they taking a “wait and see” approach? For those who’ve jumped in feet first, has the investment paid off, or is it a waste of time and money? If you’re as curious about these issues as I am, you’re in luck.
NY appeals court orders new trial in manslaughter case

1 week ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

Key Takeaways:Appeals court overturns manslaughter conviction of Andrea LiptonJudges rule police ignored Lipton’s right to remain silentNew trial ordered after improper use of suppressed statementsLipton’s boyfriend convicted separately for infant’s deathA state appeals court has granted a new trial in a homicide case because the judge improperly allowed the prosecution to use statements to police made by the defendant.
Utica police assault lawsuit will move forward

1 week ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

A lawsuit against the city of Utica will proceed after a state appeals court upheld a lower court decision that denied the city’s motion for summary judgment. Plaintiff Peter R. Morgan filed the lawsuit seeking damages for injuries he allegedly suffered when Utica Police officers arrested him.
Should using AI mean lower fees? Virginia ethics committee weighs in

1 week ago | nydailyrecord.com | Nicole Black

When legal professionals experiment with new technologies, knee-jerk reactions from ethics committees often follow. Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is no exception. Like the technologies that preceded it, lawyers seeking to use AI in their practices have faced unnecessary restrictions or requirements. One example is the duty to advise clients of its use, which is included in many ethics opinions on AI.
Rochester seeks massive fines against code-flaunting landlord

1 week ago | nydailyrecord.com | Kevin Oklobzija

An out-of-state property owner known for habitually ignoring orders to alleviate serious code violations has drawn the ire of the city of Rochester’s law department. Tal Levi of Harrington Park, New Jersey, owns 13 rental properties, primarily in lower-income neighborhoods, through five different limited liability companies, according to a petition filed in state Supreme Court in Monroe County.
Burglary case remitted over alleged juror misconduct

2 weeks ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

A state appeals court has sent a burglary case back to the lower court for a ruling on alleged juror misconduct. Defendant Heather M. Fox was convicted in October 2022 before Ontario County Court Judge Brian D. Dennis of third-degree burglary. In a recent decision, the Appellate Division of state Supreme Court, Fourth Department, reserved decision and remitted the case back to Ontario County Court.
NY appeals court grants new trial over missing jury instruction

2 weeks ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

A state appeals court has reversed a murder conviction and granted a new trial because the judge failed to give the jury an instruction requested by the defendant’s attorney. Defendant Anthony Rodriguez was convicted in July 2020 before Onondaga County Court Judge Thomas J. Miller of second-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder, and two counts each of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, second-degree criminal facilitation, and first-degree hindering prosecution.
NY appeals court grants new trial over denied pro se request

2 weeks ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

A state appeals court has reversed a weapon conviction and granted a new trial because the judge ignored the defendant’s request to represent himself. Defendant Stephen Taylor was convicted after a bench trial before state Supreme Court Justice Thomas E. Moran in May 2022 of second-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance.
DOJ sues Rochester over sanctuary city policies

2 weeks ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

Key Takeaways:DOJ sues Rochester over interference with immigration enforcementCity criticized police for aiding federal agents in March 24 incidentSuit alleges sanctuary laws violate the Constitution’s Supremacy ClauseMayor Evans vows to defend policies under the Tenth AmendmentThe U.S. Department of Justice is suing the city of Rochester, Mayor Malik Evans, the Rochester City Council, and Council President Miguel A. Melendez Jr. over the city’s sanctuary city policies.
NY appeals court says Monroe County must defend Rachel Barnhart in defamation case

2 weeks ago | nydailyrecord.com | Bennett Loudon

Key Takeaways:Appeals court affirms Monroe County must defend BarnhartBarnhart’s statements were made within her official dutiesDefamation lawsuit against Barnhart was dismissed in AugustBarnhart plans to explore legal options for cost recoveryA state appeals court has upheld a lower court ruling that Monroe County must provide legal representation to County Legislator Rachel Barnhart in a defamation lawsuit filed against her.