News & Politics
Thomas E. Wheeler II Sworn in as United States Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana
This appointment marks a return to the Department of Justice, where he previously held the role of Acting Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights.
U.S. Attorney Wheeler, joined by his wife and family members, is sworn in by U.S. District Judge James P. Hanlon on stage at the Indiana War Memorial. Image by Hannah Stewart via @Hannah_elizabethphotography_, from press release.
Business
Leah Brings Enterprise-Grade Agentic AI to Legal Education at Ulster University
Ulster University and Leah look forward to exploring how hands-on AI experiences can shape the next generation of legal professionals and help prepare them for the evolving demands of the legal industry.
Business
Legal AI is a Novel Solution for Legal Work
The legal profession will always depend on human knowledge, legal reasoning, and ethical judgment. AI simply gives lawyers stronger support where routine work takes too much time.
Lawsuits & Litigation
Basic Steps for Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Filing a personal injury lawsuit can feel complicated, but the process becomes easier when you understand the basic steps.
Cancer
Blood Pressure Drug May Expand Cancer Care Options
Common hypertension drug improves response to targeted cancer therapies.
The Essential Guide to Choosing Legal Practice Management Software for Small Firms
As law practices continue to adopt digital tools, organised management systems will play an increasingly important role in improving productivity and maintaining clear records.
Sruthi
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Toxic Sewage Sludge Fertilizer Fight at the Appeals Court
EPA shirking its duty to protect farmers, gardeners, food, and water from PFAS contamination.
Press Release
Ryan M. Guerin; image courtesy of Shumaker.
Shumaker Attorney Ryan M. Guerin Appointed to the Early Learning Coalition of Sarasota County’s Board of Directors
“Early learning plays such a critical role in shaping a child’s future, and it’s an honor to support an organization that is making a meaningful difference for families across Sarasota County,” said Ryan.
Press Release
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Shumaker Leads Landmark Florida CPA Deal as Accounting Industry Consolidation Accelerates
The acquisition adds nearly 100 employees to Doeren Mayhew, including nine principals who will join the firm’s leadership team, further strengthening its capabilities and footprint in Florida.
Press Release
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Poor Sleep Linked to Emotional Struggles in Sobriety
Sleep problems tied to stronger negative emotions in alcohol addiction recovery.
Sara E. Teller
Health & Medicine
Top 5 Trusted Online ESA Letter Providers in 2026
As ESAs gain recognition, the number of service providers offering ESA letters has also increased significantly. However, not all service providers offer legitimate services despite claims of doing so.
Business
Taft Scales AI for Litigators with Firmwide Adoption of AltaClaro’s DepoSim
“We’re excited to see an innovative firm like Taft, one of our pilot group firms and a longtime client of AltaClaro, move quickly to adopt DepoSim,” said Abdi Shayesteh, founder and CEO of AltaClaro.
Cancer
Doctors Question Coffee Creamer Ingredients
Experts warn processed coffee creamers may affect long-term digestive health.
Verdicts & Settlements
Federal Judge Says Trump Administration Rushed Demand for University Admissions Data
“The 120-day deadline imposed by the president led directly to the failure of [the National Center for Education Statistics] to engage meaningfully with the institutions during the notice-and-comment process to address the multitude of problems presented by the new requirements,” Saylor wrote in his decision.
Lawsuits & Litigation
Family of FSU Shooting Victims to Sue ChatGPT
“We have been advised that the shooter was in constant communication with ChatGPT leading up to the shooting,” attorneys for the Morales family said. “We also have reason to believe that ChatGPT may have advised the shooter how to commit these heinous crimes.”
Opioid Drugs
Weekly Injection Improves Pregnancy OUD Treatment
Study finds buprenorphine enhances opioid recovery in soon-to-be mothers.
Health & Medicine
Study Questions Accuracy of BMI Weight Categories
Study finds BMI often mislabels people’s true body fat levels.
Lawsuits & Litigation
Former Inmate Forced to Wear Colostomy Bag for 2 Years Awarded $307m
“We have a lot of different cases against this company,” an attorney for the former inmate said. “We have a lot of work to do. These people are still doing business across the country. I want them gone. These people should not only be put out of business, they should be put in prison themselves.”
Political Litigation
Justice Department Throws Support Behind Unusual Discrimination Lawsuit
The MHSAA enacted its policy after noticing a “striking pattern” on the board: with one exception, it had never had “a minority or female board member.”
Political Litigation
Virginia AG Jones Joins Coalition Against Mail-in Voting Order
“This fearmongering and arrogation of states’ authority is plainly unconstitutional. I’m proud to join attorneys general across the country in defending the right to the franchise and to use every legal tool available to us to stop the president’s illegal power grab,” Jones said.
Health & Medicine
New COVID Variant BA.3.2 Draws Global Attention
New COVID variant monitored as scientists study spread and symptoms.
Health & Medicine
Brain Wiring Plays Larger Role in Addiction Risk
Study finds addiction risk linked mainly to behavioral genetics.
Political Litigation
Democrats Challenge Trump’s Executive Order on Mail-in Voting
In a separate lawsuit filed in a Massachusetts court, attorneys from the American Civil Liberties Union characterized the order’s provisions as blatantly unconstitutional.
Political Litigation
Judge Puts Justice Department on Notice After Immigrant Given 30 Minutes to Prepare for Bond Hearing
Locher’s March 24 order found that the government’s actions “test the border of bad faith.”
Political Litigation
Minnesota Residents Sue Over Warrantless ICE Searches
In the past, administrative warrants only provided ICE with the authority to arrest someone during a public encounter. They have never permitted entry into a person’s private home.
