# legal technology (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover legal technology. Page: Feed: --- ## [European Mass Claims Against Booking.com Inch Closer to €5B](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/european-mass-claims-against-bookingcom-inch-closer-to-5b/) _2026-08-26 · Bethan John · International Edition_ Booking’s commercial practices, particularly its price parity clauses and commission rates, have previously faced scrutiny from enforcers in countries in Europe and Asia. ## [Linklaters Expands in Abu Dhabi with Baker McKenzie’s UAE Corporate Head](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/linklaters-expands-in-abu-dhabi-with-baker-mckenzies-uae-corporate-head/) _2026-08-26 · Dario Sabaghi · International Edition_ The hire marks a further investment by the firm in Abu Dhabi's increasingly crowded legal market, coming even as regional tensions push M&A activity into decline. ## [Hong Kong's Biggest International Firms Add Lawyers for First Time in 3 Years](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/hong-kongs-biggest-international-firms-add-lawyers-for-first-time-in-3-years/) _2026-08-26 · Jessica Seah · International Edition_ Headcount at 19 of the city's largest foreign practices rose 3.6% over the past year, reversing a contraction that had run since 2023. However, the recovery is narrow, as five firms account for nearly 80% of the gains. ## [Meta Agrees to Pay Up to $17B in Settlement Over Social Media Addiction Claims](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/meta-agrees-to-pay-up-to-17b-in-settlement-over-social-media-addiction-claims/) _2026-08-26 · Michelle Morgante and Cheryl Miller and Michael Gennaro · International Edition_ The settlement, announced one week into a federal trial underway in Oakland, California, resolves claims by 51 states and territories that the social media giant designed addictive features, knew it exposed young users to mental harms and intentionally misled the public about the risk of its platforms. ## [Simpson Thacher Hits Weil London for Private Equity Partner](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/simpson-thacher-hits-weil-london-for-private-equity-partner/) _2026-08-26 · Cathy Chen · International Edition_ The move follows a handful of high-profile exits from Weil in the U.S., with partners leaving for key rivals. ## ['AI Will Enhance In-House Teams, Not Fundamentally Change Them': ScottishPower's GC on Tech, Justice and New Skills](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/26/ai-will-enhance-in-house-teams-not-fundamentally-change-them-scottishpowers-gc-on-tech-justice-and-new-skills/) _2026-08-26 · Paul Hodkinson · International Edition_ In a wide-ranging interview, the energy company's long-time general counsel Marion Venman discusses the future of her profession, the firms she works with and all-important pro bono. ## [Thai Energy Company Launches Claim Against Malaysia](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/25/thai-energy-company-launches-claim-against-malaysia/) _2026-08-25 · Tom Jones · International Edition_ Siamgas is represented by Paul Hastings, while Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is acting for Malaysia in a case in which Siamgas alleges the state government refused to renew its gas distribution license and awarded it to a state-owned company. ## [Paul Weiss and Simpson Thacher in Talks to Recruit More Weil Partners](https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2026/08/25/paul-weiss-and-simpson-thacher-in-talks-to-recruit-more-weil-partners/) _2026-08-25 · Patrick Smith · International Edition_ The moves would follow those of Chris Machera to Paul Weiss and reportedly Brian Parness to Simpson Thacher. ## [Freshfields, Cleary and Weil Become Early Adopters of Google Cloud's Gemini Enterprise for Legal](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/25/freshfields-cleary-and-weil-become-early-adopters-of-google-clouds-gemini-enterprise-for-legal/) _2026-08-25 · Ella Sherman · International Edition_ With Gemini Enterprise for Legal, Google joins a slew of other Big Tech companies building specialized tools for legal industry professionals. ## [Skadden, King & Wood, Maples, Lead Shein’s Long-Awaited $1.8B Hong Kong IPO](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/25/skadden-king--wood-maples-lead-sheins-long-awaited-18b-hong-kong-ipo/) _2026-08-25 · Jessica Seah · International Edition_ Latham & Watkins and Haiwen & Partners are advising the underwriters on the fast-fashion retailer’s listing, which follows unsuccessful attempts to go public in New York and London. ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6sgi6S214Be5) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [Freshfields Loses Munich M&A Partner to Jones Day](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/22/freshfields-loses- munich-ma-partner-to-jones-day/) _2026-08-22 · James Jackson · International Edition_ The loss is a setback for Freshfields, which has been rebuilding its bench with recent hires from Kirkland and Hengeler. ## [The Hidden Perils of Centralised E-Discovery in Multinational Investigations](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/21/the-hidden-perils-of-centralised-e-discovery-in-multinational-investigations/) _2026-08-21 · Jerry Lay · International Edition_ ## [Teen drops suit against Meta, Google, Snap ahead of trial](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/21/teen-drops-suit-against-meta-google-snap-ahead-of-trial/) _2026-08-21 · Reuters · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ A teen whose lawsuit was a test case in litigation accusing social media companies of deliberately addicting young people and fueling a mental health crisis dropped her claims against the \[…\] The post Teen drops suit against Meta, Google, Snap ahead of trial appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Online terms can support contractual indemnification claim](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/21/online-terms-can-support-contractual-indemnification-claim/) _2026-08-21 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ A purchase order can incorporate online terms and conditions by reference, allowing claims based on an indemnification provision contained in those terms to survive dismissal. The North Carolina Business Court \[…\] The post Online terms can support contractual indemnification claim appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [The Chair’s Seat: Wab Kadaba on Leading in a Changing Legal World](https://www.law.com/2026/08/21/the-chairs-seat-wab-kadaba-on-leading-in-a-changing-legal-world/) _2026-08-21 · Cedra Mayfield and Patrick Smith and Alex Anteau · International Edition_ In this episode of Legal Speak, Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton Global Chair Wab Kadaba discusses how he's navigating an increasingly complex and unpredictable global legal landscape. ## [Smoother Path to Partnership, Less Onerous Hours. How Firms That Don't Match Milbank are Competing for Talent](https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2026/08/21/smoother-path-to-partnership-less-onerous-hours-how-firms-that-dont-match-milbank-are-competing-for-talent/) _2026-08-21 · Thomas Spigolon · International Edition_ "The vast majority of law school graduates aren't going to go into one of those firms so there has to be a different deal," said Lisa Smith of Fairfax Associates ## [Ashurst Perkins Coie, Mallesons and Gilbert + Tobin In $5.4B Insurance Takeover](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/21/ashurst-perkins-coie-mallesons-and-gilbert--tobin-in-54b-insurance-takeover/) _2026-08-21 · Christopher Niesche · International Edition_ Insurer Steadfast is being bought by U.S. firm and private equity. ## [APAC Moves: King & Spalding, Stephenson Harwood, Seladore Build Benches In Australia, Singapore](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/21/apac-moves-king--spalding-stephenson-harwood-seladore-build-benches-in-australia-singapore/) _2026-08-21 · Christopher Niesche and Jessica Seah · International Edition_ The firms have added partners in Singapore and Shanghai, while King & Spalding and Clayton Utz bolster their Australian practices. ## [Where Do Big Law Partners Spend Their Summer Break?](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/20/where-do-big-law-partners-spend-their-summer-break/) _2026-08-20 · Alfred Olufemi · International Edition_ The destinations, ranging from familiar summer spots to adventurous escapes, offer a glimpse into how partners are taking a break from the pressures of Big Law. ## [Paul Hastings Advises Hong Kong-Based CK Hutchison on $1.5B Treaty Dispute Arbitration Against Panama](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/20/paul-hastings-advises-hong-kong-based-ck-hutchison-on-15b-treaty-dispute-arbitration-against-panama/) _2026-08-20 · Jack Ballantyne · International Edition_ CK Hutchison has been engaged in a battle with Panama since U.S. President Donald Trump objected to Chinese ownership of ports along the Panama Canal, prompting Panama to cancel the company's port concession in the country. ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OIpeTSeMZgjI) _2026-08-20 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [Weil Sees PE Co-Head Decamp for Paul Weiss](https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2026/08/20/weil-sees-pe-co-head-decamp-for-paul-weiss-/) _2026-08-20 · Patrick Smith · International Edition_ Another PE partner, Brian Parness, is in discussions to move to Simpson Thacher, although his move is less certain. ## [K&L Gates Names Middle East MP, Splits Gulf and European Management](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/20/kl-gates-names-middle-east-mp-splits-gulf-and-european-management/) _2026-08-20 · Dario Sabaghi · International Edition_ Doha and Dubai have been caught in the crossfire of Iranian retaliation against U.S. and Israeli attacks this year, forcing companies to reassess risk, renegotiate supply chains, and rethink investment strategies. ## [Opioid settlement creates no covered obligation for subsidiary](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/20/opioid-settlement-creates-no-covered-obligation-for-subsidiary/) _2026-08-20 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ A grocery chain was not entitled to insurance coverage for a portion of a nationwide opioid settlement because it was never legally obligated to pay the settlement damages allocated \[…\] The post Opioid settlement creates no covered obligation for subsidiary appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [WNC family says they paid immigration attorney $16K. Now she’s disbarred.](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/20/wnc-family-says-they-paid-immigration-attorney-16k-now-shes-disbarred/) _2026-08-20 · Reuters · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ YANCEY COUNTY – A local family says they’re waiting in limbo after paying an immigration attorney roughly $16,000 as part of a nationwide scam in which she branded herself \[…\] The post WNC family says they paid immigration attorney $16K. Now she’s disbarred. appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## ['No One Wants to Go First': The Waiting Game in Big Law](https://www.law.com/americanlawyer/2026/08/20/no-one-wants-to-go-first-the-waiting-game-in-big-law/) _2026-08-20 · Patrick Smith · International Edition_ Many Big Law firms have explored PE investment, weighing the pros and cons of creating a managed service organization for back-office work. What will it take for one to pull the trigger? ## [HSF Kramer Gains a Projects Partner, K&L Gates Loses One](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/20/hsf-kramer-gains-a-projects-partner-kl-gates-loses-one/) _2026-08-20 · Christopher Niesche · International Edition_ Construction and projects partners are in strong demand in Australia. ## [Allens, Mallesons Act on Alphabet’s Record Kangaroo Bond Issue](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/20/allens-mallesons-act-on-alphabets-record-kangaroo-bond-issue/) _2026-08-20 · Christopher Niesche · International Edition_ The Australian corporate bond market has been very active this year. ## [What the Writers Are Reading: Law.com Journalists on the Books They Love](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/19/what-the-writers-are-reading-lawcom-journalists-on-the-books-they-love/) _2026-08-19 · Law.com Staff · International Edition_ When the last filing lands and the laptop finally closes, what books are worth picking up? We asked the journalists who cover Big Law. ## [India’s Trilegal Eyes Disputes Growth With Dedicated Mumbai Office](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/19/indias-trilegal-eyes-disputes-growth-with-dedicated-mumbai-office/) _2026-08-19 · Vipal Durge · International Edition_ The office launch comes amid a wave of disputes-focused hiring and investment by India's top law firms. ## [Working in a Warzone: Baker McKenzie and Dentons on Operating in Ukraine](https://www.law.com/international-edition/2026/08/19/working-in-a-warzone-baker-mckenzie-and-dentons-on-operating-in-ukraine/) _2026-08-19 · James Jackson · International Edition_ From moving operations to shifting practice focus, large law firms in Ukraine talk through how they have adjusted to unusual situations in recent years. ## [Reach prospects with real signals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JU5pxuLJymRf) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Find prospects talking about your problem and get context-backed moments to engage ## [Harvard to pay $53M to settle lawsuits over theft of body parts](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/19/harvard-to-pay-53m-to-settle-lawsuits-over-theft-of-body-parts/) _2026-08-19 · Reuters · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ Harvard University has agreed to pay $53 million to resolve lawsuits by families alleging it mishandled the bodies of loved ones donated to its medical school and whose parts \[…\] The post Harvard to pay $53M to settle lawsuits over theft of body parts appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [DOJ opinion takes aim at Title VII cases](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/19/doj-opinion-takes-aim-at-title-vii-cases/) _2026-08-19 · Katherine Annas · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ In June, the Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel issued an opinion to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, claiming its longstanding guidelines under Title VII of the Civil \[…\] The post DOJ opinion takes aim at Title VII cases appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Corporate – Company’s Governance Changes – Restructuring](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/18/corporate-companys-governance-changes-restructuring/) _2026-08-18 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ Defendants’ own allegations defeated the required element of reasonable reliance for fraud and that specific performance is a remedy, not an independent cause of action. The North Carolina Business Court \[…\] The post Corporate – Company’s Governance Changes – Restructuring appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Disney, ABC sue US regulator over threats to broadcast licenses](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/18/disney-abc-sue-us-regulator-over-threats-to-broadcast-licenses/) _2026-08-18 · Reuters · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ Disney and its ABC unit sued the Federal Communications Commission on Aug. 18 to block an early review of licenses for eight ABC stations, arguing the Trump administration is trying \[…\] The post Disney, ABC sue US regulator over threats to broadcast licenses appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [The people who will care for our parents are the ones we’re turning away](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/18/the-people-who-will-care-for-our-parents-are-the-ones-were-turning-away/) _2026-08-18 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ In 2030, more Americans will die than are born. The Congressional Budget Office puts the crossover that year, the same year the youngest baby boomer turns 65. After that, every \[…\] The post The people who will care for our parents are the ones we’re turning away appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Constructive fraud permits estate to recover funds withdrawn before death](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/18/constructive-fraud-permits-estate-to-recover-funds-withdrawn-before-death/) _2026-08-18 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ An estate may recover funds withdrawn from a joint account before the original account holder’s death when evidence supports a finding that the surviving account holder abused a fiduciary \[…\] The post Constructive fraud permits estate to recover funds withdrawn before death appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Florida man told ChatGPT he’d murder his ex. OpenAI alerted the FBI](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/17/florida-man-told-chatgpt-hed-murder-his-ex-openai-alerted-the-fbi/) _2026-08-17 · Reuters · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ A South Palm Beach man turned to ChatGPT to plot the rape and murder of his ex-girlfriend. OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, reported a 25-year-old Florida man to the \[…\] The post Florida man told ChatGPT he’d murder his ex. OpenAI alerted the FBI appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Fraudulent concealment claim survives despite dismissal of time-barred promissory note claims](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/17/fraudulent-concealment-claim-survives-despite-dismissal-of-time-barred-promissory-note-claims/) _2026-08-17 · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly Staff · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ The North Carolina Business Court held that most breach of contract claims based on older promissory notes were barred by the statute of limitations but allowed claims involving notes \[…\] The post Fraudulent concealment claim survives despite dismissal of time-barred promissory note claims appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [AI’s uncertain role in dispute resolution](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/17/ais-uncertain-role-in-dispute-resolution/) _2026-08-17 · Legal Tech correspondent · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ Artificial intelligence is reshaping dispute resolution in Massachusetts, enhancing access to justice and efficiency while raising concerns about judgment and legitimacy. The post AI’s uncertain role in dispute resolution appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly . ## [Why account setup matters more than generative AI tools for lawyers](https://nclawyersweekly.com/2026/08/17/why-account-setup-matters-more-than-generative-ai-tools-for-lawyers/) _2026-08-17 · Legal Tech correspondent · North Carolina Lawyers Weekly_ Legal professionals can ethically use business-tier generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Claude if properly configured to protect client confidentiality. The post Why account setup matters more than generative AI tools for lawyers appeared first on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly .