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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
US lawyer sanctioned after court discovers false citations filed using ChatGPT
A lawyer from the US state of Utah has been sanctioned by the court of appeals after he was discovered to have used ChatGPT for a filing, which contained a nonexistent court case. The brief, which has landed the lawyer in a controversy, was written by a law clerk at the firm and it wasn't reviewed before filing in Utah's court of appeals. The Utah court of appeals, in its decision earlier this week, had decided to impose sanctions on Richard Bednar, the attorney who was accused of filing a brief in the court which contained false citations which were created using ChatGPT. The court documents reviewed by ABC4 showed Bednar and Douglas Durbano, another Utah-based attorney who was serving as the counsel for the petitioner, filed a 'timely petition for interlocutory appeal.' But upon going through the brief which was written by a clerk of the law firm, the respondents counsel found several incorrect references and false citations that did not even exist. According to court documents, the respondent's counsel wrote 'It appears that at least some portions of the Petition may be AI-generated, including citations and even quotations to at least one case that does not appear to exist in any legal database and could only be found in ChatGPT and references to cases that are wholly unrelated to the referenced subject matter,' The Guardian reported. The ABC4, citing Utah court of appeals, stated that Bednar acknowledged the errors which were present in the briefing filed by the law clerk on behalf of the law firm, and apologized. The court found Bednar guilty of 'submitting a petition that contained fake precedent generated by ChatGPT.' The court then ordered Bednar to pay the respondent's attorney and hearing fees, refund the legal fees to their client and donate $1,000 to 'And Justice For All', a Utah-based non-profit legal organization within 14 days.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Utah lawyer sanctioned for court filing that used ChatGPT and referenced nonexistent court case
SALT LAKE CITY () — A Utah lawyer has been sanctioned by the Utah Court of Appeals after a filing he made was found to use ChatGPT and contain a reference to a nonexistent court case. The brief was written by a law clerk at the firm, and the false citations were not reviewed before filing. The Utah Court of Appeals has decided to impose sanctions on Richard Bednar, an attorney who they claim filed a brief that used false citations created by ChatGPT. The Supreme Court reinstates federal approval in Uinta Basin Railway project According to documents, Bednar and Douglas Durbano, as the petitioner's counsel, filed a 'timely petition for interlocutory appeal.' When the respondent's counsel reviewed this brief, they found it to reference cases that were incorrect or did not exist. 'It appears that at least some portions of the Petition may be AI-generated, including citations and even quotations to at least one case that does not appear to exist in any legal database (and could only be found in ChatGPT and references to cases that are wholly unrelated to the referenced subject matter,' the respondent's counsel wrote, according to documents. The referenced case was 'Royer v. Nelson,' a case that did not exist in any legal database and was found to be an 'AI 'hallucinated' case that does not exist anywhere other than on ChatGPT.' In a phone call with Matthew C. Barneck, the attorney who represented Bednar at the OPC hearing, he shared that Bednar was not aware that ChatGPT was used until the citations were called into question. At that point, Bednar owned up to what happened. Following this response, Bednar 'acknowledged 'the errors contained in the petition' and apologized,' according to the document from the Utah Court of Appeals. He also offered to pay attorney fees incurred by the response to 'make amends.' President Trump pardons rapper NBA YoungBoy At an Office of Professional Conduct (OPC) hearing on April 22, 2025, documents say that Bednar and his attorney for the hearing 'acknowledged that the Petition contained fabricated legal authority, which was obtained from ChatGPT, and they accepted responsibility for the contents of the Petition.' They told the court that an 'unlicensed law clerk' had prepared the brief, and Bednar did not 'independently check the accuracy' before he signed it and filed it with the court. Durbano was reportedly uninvolved in the creation and filing of the petition. The law firm did not have an AI policy in place at the time, but they told the court on April 22 that they had since initiated one. Barneck clarified that most law clerks are not licensed, and the law clerk in question had previously been licensed and was a law school graduate. Why are police asking for help with finding a woman who vanished nearly 50 years ago? According to the analysis by the Utah Court of Appeals, this is the first time a court filing has been created with AI, and it has not been previously addressed by the Utah State Courts. They turned to other cases to make their decision on the sanctions. 'We agree that the use of AI in the preparation of pleadings is a legal research tool that will continue to evolve with advances in technology. However, we emphasize that every attorney has an ongoing duty to review and ensure the accuracy of their court filings. In the present case, Petitioner's counsel fell short of their gatekeeping responsibilities as members of the Utah State Bar when they submitted a petition that contained fake precedent generated by ChatGPT,' the Utah Court of Appeals said in the document. The Utah Court of Appeals further stated that, while they appreciated Bednar's acknowledgment of his wrongdoing, they still needed to place sanctions due to the mishandling of the filing and not thoroughly reviewing the document before he signed it. Bednar was ordered to pay the respondent's attorney fees for the petition and hearing, refund fees to their client for the time used to prepare the AI filing and attend the hearing, and donate $1,000 to '' — a Utah legal nonprofit — within 14 days. Utah family prepares to bury WWII pilot who was MIA for 80 years 'Although the Office of Professional Conduct (OPC) is bound by strict confidentiality rules and cannot comment on pending or nonpublic matters, the OPC takes seriously any conduct that may compromise the integrity of the judiciary and the legal profession. Additionally, the Utah State Bar is actively engaging with practitioners and ethics experts to provide guidance and continuing legal education on the ethical use of AI in law practice,' the said in a statement to ABC4. On the ethics section of their site, the Utah State Bar on the use of AI. They offer the following advice to lawyers who are considering the use of ChatGPT: 'Treat AI-generated results like a draft from a law clerk. Check any propositions or citations that you're not 100% sure about.' Barneck told ABC4 that what happened was an oversight, and the court's opinion indicates that they believe it was done negligently and not recklessly. He shared that he was glad that Bednar owned up to what happened instead of trying to sweep it under the rug like lawyers in a similar position have. Meet the new faces at Utah's Hogle Zoo! Disneyland's 70th Anniversary food drop is amazing! Drywall damage? 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Newsweek
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Phillies' Quest for Bullpen Help May Lead to $87 Million In-State Solution
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Philadelphia Phillies were already short in the bullpen after Jordan Romano struggled at the start of the season. With Jose Alvarado's suspension, the bullpen is one man shorter. A solution for the Phillies could be across the state in Pittsburgh as the Pirates continue to struggle. David Bednar is reportedly being eyed up by several teams, according to Bob Nightengale. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 14: David Bednar #51 of the Pittsburgh Pirates in action against the New York Mets at Citi Field on May 14, 2025 in New York City. The Pirates defeated... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 14: David Bednar #51 of the Pittsburgh Pirates in action against the New York Mets at Citi Field on May 14, 2025 in New York City. The Pirates defeated Mets 4-0. More"Teams are scrambling to bolster their bullpens with the influx of injuries around baseball," wrote Nightengale. "The top targets: Kyle Finnegan of the Nationals; Felix Bautista, Seranthony Dominguez and Gregory Soto of the Orioles; David Bednar and Dennis Santana of the Pirates and Anthony Bender of the Marlins." While Santana is mentioned as well for the Pirates, Bednar is expected to be the bigger prize as a result of being a two-time All-Star. The Pirates closer holds a 5.17 ERA entering Monday, but that is largely due to being awful earlier in the season. Bednar has allowed just five runs in his last 11 outings, totaling 9 2/3 innings. Being sent to Triple-A Indianapolis allowed him to reset, and the Pirates are seeing performances they are used to seeing from Bednar. The 30-year-old closer would be owed the remainder of $5.9 million by the Phillies this season before heading to his final year of arbitration next season. With the market likely to shift to a sellers' market once again, the Phillies may have to give up more than they would like for Bednar or any closer. Pittsburgh would love to pry away Mick Abel from the Phillies, but the Pirates have a plethora of pitching depth in the minors themselves. Expect the Pirates to be asking for outfielder Justin Crawford (Phillies No. 3 prospect) as the starting piece. More MLB: Phillies Slugger Kyle Schwarber Turning Into 'Lefty Killer' in Contract Year
Agriland
24-05-2025
- Business
- Agriland
Bednar working demo day promotes two-pass simplicity
The arrival of Bednar in the Irish market was firmly cemented in place with a demonstration day held by Farmworks Ltd of Ballyboughal, Co. Dublin. Farmworks was appointed as an agent for the company last year and this joint event was the biggest working demonstration of the range yet here in Ireland. Bednar hails from the Czech Republic and focuses only on tillage equipment so as to not divert its attention from developing implements that will best serve farmers in this sector. Working machines On the demonstration day, there were nine machines working the ground, which was provided courtesy of Donnolly Ltd, growers of fresh vegetables for the retail trade in Ireland. Adrian Winnett, Bednar manager for UK and Ireland, explained that the machines chosen had good potential for sales here as they represented compact units that were suited for smaller fields and farms rather than the vastness of eastern European steppes. A good selection of primary and secondary cultivation tools were to be seen in at the demonstration day in Co. Dublin This philosophy was epitomised by a 3m version of the company's Terraland chisel plough, which was set to work at 50cm – 15cm up from its maximum. The leg is equipped with a chisel point plus broad wings which run slightly higher than the point itself, while the Active Mix plates on the front of the leg further turn the soil. In action, the Terraland chisel plough was creating a course seed bed in one pass while incorporating stubble and weeds. This produces a deep loosening at the depth of the chisel point, while the wings provide a churning above that level, which in this particular field uprooted all the weeds and stubble and incorporated them into the mixed soil. Although this takes place out of sight, the whole effect is to leave a series of channels created by the points with the cultivated soil lying above them across the whole width of the machine. This, Bednar claims, aids in drainage while cutting through any compaction. Spiked rollers Following on from the cultivating legs were a pair of packing rollers with overlapping curved spikes that further reduced the tilth and provided a course seed bed. These rollers are said to be self-cleaning and suitable for all conditions. The Terraland TN 3000 HM7R appeared an effective tool that Bednar claims takes out tramlines and compaction in addition to its tillage effect, which left the stubble buried and all weeds uprooted. The chisel point, the wings, and the Active Mix plate make up the three working parts of the leg on the Terraland, with a spiked roller behind The 280hp Fendt 728 Vario was making light work of the task of cultivation, as it should, for the power requirement stands at around 200hp minimum for this 3m version, and forward speeds of 15-20kph were being happily achieved. Winnett suggested that the Terraland could replace the plough in many situations, though he believes there will always be a need for complete soil inversion – a common sentiment in the industry and tillage farming generally. Drilling the field Bednar have a suggestion for following on from the Terraland and that is its Omega trailed drill, which in this case was a 4m unit attached to another Fendt 728, that again looked a well-matched duo The Omega range is designed to cope with all pre-cultivated soil situations, from after the plough to shallow discing, but not direct drilling – that is the the job of its heavier sibling, the Directo. The Omega trailed drill is designed to cope with most systems except direct drilling Running after the Terraland, the Omega produced a fine seedbed from the coarse one left by the chisel plough. This was down to its double bank of discs, which are precisely arranged in an optimal 'X' configuration according to Bednar. The Omega also has the facility to place fertiliser between the cultivating discs and the tyre packer should a split hopper be opted for. However, on the demonstration day, it was seed only, which is fed to the double disc coulters running at the rear and helped along by the pressurised hopper. For direct drilling, Bednar has a machine designed for the job in the form of the Directo range Bednar and Farmworks were suggesting that these two tools combined provided a complete cultivation and drilling operation requiring just two passes, thus reducing diesel use and the time required to establish a crop. This method is also considered kinder to the ground than a power harrow/drill combination, which is primarily designed to create a seed bed by pummelling the soil, rather than through the heaving and stirring that is the effect produced by the Terraland chisel plough. The Kator KN power harrow range is best suited to hard or dry soils, according to Bednar The company does produce its own range of power harrows but gives the impression that it believes there are better and more efficient ways of seedbed preparation, including this two pass system, which requires less skilled labour and fuel. Lighter equipment For those seeking a lighter approach to primary or secondary cultivation, Bednar produce the Fenix range of harrows, which can work to 35cm but still demonstrate that a great deal of thought went into their design. Being a relatively young company, the engineering takes a modern approach with no legacy models that need to be dragged into the present day through endless modification. The Fenix harrows represent a new generation of implements that represent the latest in production technology. The Fenix harrows are open machines with plenty of room between the tines to allow the crop to flow, yet they remain strong and light, the sort of design which has been thoroughly examined through stress analysis before being let loose in the fields. They represent a new generation of tillage tools – tools that have been created in engineering programmes from the outset and work in the field without endless prototypes having to be bodged together until it does the job. This not only helps in creating a solid implement that will last, but also keeps the development costs down, savings which, Bednar tells us are being passed on to the customer.
Time of India
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Colorado looks ahead with Bednar after disappointing first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs
The Colorado Avalanche exited the Stanley Cup Playoffs earlier than expected. They lost in the first round to the Dallas Stars after a hard-fought seven-game series. The team had finished third in the Central Division with a 49-29-4 record. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Despite adding key players midseason, including forwards and defensemen, the Avalanche couldn't convert talent into a playoff run. Colorado used 49 players during the regular season due to injuries and lineup changes. Their depth was tested, and it ultimately wasn't enough. Team Leadership Backs Bednar's Return Avalanche Eliminated From Stanley Cup Playoffs | Jared Bednar | Postgame Availability Jared Bednar has coached Colorado for nine seasons, under his leadership, the Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022. Also reached the playoffs eight years in a row. He has built consistency and trust within the organization. After the recent elimination, management reaffirmed their full support. They believe Bednar remains the right person to guide the team forward. The front office is confident that this early exit is part of the game, not a coaching failure. Offseason Changes Begin Behind the Bench Head coach Jared Bednar of the Colorado Avalanche (Credit: Getty Image) Although Bednar stays, not all coaches will return. The team relieved assistant coach Ray Bennett of his duties. Bennett oversaw the power play, which underperformed in the playoffs. Colorado converted just 13.6 percent of their chances, far below their regular season average. Management hopes a new voice can improve special teams performance. The coaching adjustment signals the organization's intent to reset, not rebuild. They are aiming to fine-tune rather than overhaul. Read more: Next Season Hinges on Roster Health Stars like Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar, and Gabriel Landeskog keep the team competitive. This will help the Avalanche still have a strong core. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Leadership is focused on reviewing cap space. Along with a review of free agency options, and filling key gaps. The window for a championship remains open. With a few smart moves and better health, Colorado expects to return stronger. Bednar's continuity provides stability, and the goal is clear; a deeper playoff run in 2025.
