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Business Journals
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Journals
Food From the Bar campaign gives DC's legal community a chance to compete to take on hunger
Lawyers across the District spent the month of May competing against each other to see who could make the biggest impact on hunger. During the annual Food From the Bar campaign, now in its 17th year, DC law firms, law schools, law societies, and legal professionals went toe to toe, working to outdo each other in raising funds that will help families, children, and individuals in need. All told, the remarkable efforts of the 40 participating law firms and legal associations generated over $500,000 to support the Capital Area Food Bank's mission. These funds come at a critical time. Over the summer, children who rely on school meals for much of their nourishment no longer have access to them. And many parents have difficulty covering the increased grocery costs that result from having children home all day. The Capital Area Food Bank is there to help fill the nutritional gap that kids and families face during the summer months, and the DC legal community's support plays an essential role in making that possible. While the Food From the Bar campaign exists to address a serious issue, the lawyers who join in make it a point to have a lot of fun while they're working to achieve their fundraising goals. Participants have come together to raise money via everything from happy hours to trivia events to a pickleball tournament at Congressional Country Club. This enthusiasm and creativity from everyone involved is a significant reason for the campaign's ongoing success, and among the primary factors that have allowed it to generate the funds for nearly 10 million meals since it began. expand Players at a pickleball tournament organized through Food From the Bar, the DC legal community's campaign to raise funds that support neighbors facing food insecurity. Courtesy photo Food From the Bar's history of strong leadership is also a major contributor to its enduring impact. This year was no different, with Andrew Cook of K&L Gates and Kelly Fisher of DC Water and Sewer Authority co-chairing the committee of lawyers and other professionals that partner with the Capital Area Food Bank to organize and execute the campaign. Thanks to these individuals, along with the collective support of long-time partners DLA Piper, K&L Gates, Crowell & Moring, Thompson Coburn, Arnold & Porter, Akin — and many others — DC's legal community is continuing to help our neighbors get the good food they need to thrive — today and well into the future. To learn more about how the Food from the Bar campaign supports the Capital Area Food Bank's mission, and to get involved, please contact Megan Curran at mcurran@ The Capital Area Food Bank annually provides more than 60 million meals-worth of food to people in need by supplying food to hundreds of regional nonprofits. It also partners with area organizations to address hunger's root causes by pairing food with critical services such as education and health care.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Norton Rose Fulbright scores LA consumer markets and construction litigator as industries see increase in disputes
Partner J. David Bournazian brings extensive trial experience in both class actions and individual cases involving business, real estate and insurance Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian Los Angeles, CA, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that well regarded California litigator J. David Bournazian has joined its product liability and consumer disputes practice as a partner. David is a go-to advisor for clients facing issues at the crucial intersection of law, business and innovation. David is a first-chair trial lawyer with experience litigating and bringing resolution to a wide array of disputes. He defends well-known and publicly-traded companies in class actions and individual cases in key areas of vulnerability, such as consumer products actions, employment claims and tort claims. His ability to handle complex commercial disputes covers a wide range of industries and commercial contexts, including business, real estate, construction and insurance. Indeed, in the development and construction realm, for nearly 30 years, David has been a leader in construction law and developed a particular skill in handling complex negotiations and disputes involving commercial construction projects. In the insurance field, David has won published and highly noteworthy insurance coverage cases. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Managing Partner as well as one of its two Global Managing Partners, said: 'Litigation is a foundational and perennial strength of our firm. David has the trial savvy to expand our client offering in California and take our West Coast tort and construction representation to the next level. He is a fierce advocate, combining thoughtful legal analysis and strategy with a no-nonsense approach that is revered by clients and colleagues alike.' David's addition comes two months after the firm welcomed a four-lawyer energy litigation team led by Houston partner Graig Alvarez. David's overlap with this group is significant given his experience with energy and construction related issues. This year, the disputes group has significantly expanded its global partner count with the addition of Duncan Bagshaw in London, Katie Mak in Vancouver and Kristina Mihalic in Canberra as well as the promotion of more than 20 disputes lawyers to the partnership ranks. David, who joins the firm from K&L Gates, said: 'Norton Rose Fulbright is a litigation powerhouse and home to some of the world's top trial lawyers, so joining the firm is an exciting milestone for me. Having previously tried cases together, including with several exceptional Norton Rose lawyers, I have witnessed firsthand the firm's exceptional litigation practice featuring lawyers who are whip-smart, committed and creative.' Earlier in his career, David served as general counsel for a world-renowned architecture firm as well as a Fortune 100 international retailer. He also performed Executive Branch financial management and accounting duties while working in The White House during President George H.W. Bush's administration. Licensed in California, David earned his law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law and his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University. D'Lesli Davis, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Co-Head of Product Liability and Consumer Disputes as well as its US Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare, commented: 'David deepens our national counsel bench, which helps some of the world's largest companies navigate multidistrict litigation and condense large dockets. This is especially important as mass tort litigation is experiencing a seismic shift in activity, with rising Proposition 65 claims, increased scrutiny of the pharmaceutical industry and proliferating artificial intelligence lawsuits.' Norton Rose Fulbright's consumer markets practice is one of the firm's pillar sectors, handling significant multidistrict litigation cases and large class action cases for some of the world's leading brands. Norton Rose Fulbright Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. The global law firm has more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across more than 50 locations worldwide, including Houston, New York, London, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg, covering the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets. For more information, visit Attachment Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian CONTACT: Dan McKenna Norton Rose Fulbright in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Norton Rose Fulbright scores LA consumer markets and construction litigator as industries see increase in disputes
Partner J. David Bournazian brings extensive trial experience in both class actions and individual cases involving business, real estate and insurance Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian Los Angeles, CA, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright today announced that well regarded California litigator J. David Bournazian has joined its product liability and consumer disputes practice as a partner. David is a go-to advisor for clients facing issues at the crucial intersection of law, business and innovation. David is a first-chair trial lawyer with experience litigating and bringing resolution to a wide array of disputes. He defends well-known and publicly-traded companies in class actions and individual cases in key areas of vulnerability, such as consumer products actions, employment claims and tort claims. His ability to handle complex commercial disputes covers a wide range of industries and commercial contexts, including business, real estate, construction and insurance. Indeed, in the development and construction realm, for nearly 30 years, David has been a leader in construction law and developed a particular skill in handling complex negotiations and disputes involving commercial construction projects. In the insurance field, David has won published and highly noteworthy insurance coverage cases. Jeff Cody, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Managing Partner as well as one of its two Global Managing Partners, said: 'Litigation is a foundational and perennial strength of our firm. David has the trial savvy to expand our client offering in California and take our West Coast tort and construction representation to the next level. He is a fierce advocate, combining thoughtful legal analysis and strategy with a no-nonsense approach that is revered by clients and colleagues alike.' David's addition comes two months after the firm welcomed a four-lawyer energy litigation team led by Houston partner Graig Alvarez. David's overlap with this group is significant given his experience with energy and construction related issues. This year, the disputes group has significantly expanded its global partner count with the addition of Duncan Bagshaw in London, Katie Mak in Vancouver and Kristina Mihalic in Canberra as well as the promotion of more than 20 disputes lawyers to the partnership ranks. David, who joins the firm from K&L Gates, said: 'Norton Rose Fulbright is a litigation powerhouse and home to some of the world's top trial lawyers, so joining the firm is an exciting milestone for me. Having previously tried cases together, including with several exceptional Norton Rose lawyers, I have witnessed firsthand the firm's exceptional litigation practice featuring lawyers who are whip-smart, committed and creative.' Earlier in his career, David served as general counsel for a world-renowned architecture firm as well as a Fortune 100 international retailer. He also performed Executive Branch financial management and accounting duties while working in The White House during President George H.W. Bush's administration. Licensed in California, David earned his law degree from the University of San Diego School of Law and his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University. D'Lesli Davis, Norton Rose Fulbright's US Co-Head of Product Liability and Consumer Disputes as well as its US Head of Life Sciences and Healthcare, commented: 'David deepens our national counsel bench, which helps some of the world's largest companies navigate multidistrict litigation and condense large dockets. This is especially important as mass tort litigation is experiencing a seismic shift in activity, with rising Proposition 65 claims, increased scrutiny of the pharmaceutical industry and proliferating artificial intelligence lawsuits.' Norton Rose Fulbright's consumer markets practice is one of the firm's pillar sectors, handling significant multidistrict litigation cases and large class action cases for some of the world's leading brands. Norton Rose Fulbright Norton Rose Fulbright provides a full scope of legal services to the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions. The global law firm has more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across more than 50 locations worldwide, including Houston, New York, London, Toronto, Mexico City, Hong Kong, Sydney and Johannesburg, covering the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. With its global business principles of quality, unity and integrity, Norton Rose Fulbright is recognized for its client service in key industries, including financial institutions; energy, infrastructure and resources; technology; transport; life sciences and healthcare; and consumer markets. For more information, visit Attachment Norton Rose Fulbright – J. David Bournazian CONTACT: Dan McKenna Norton Rose Fulbright in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Yahoo
AI hallucinations in court documents are a growing problem, and data shows lawyers are responsible for many of the errors
Since May 1, judges have called out at least 23 examples of AI hallucinations in court records. Legal researcher Damien Charlotin's data shows fake citations have grown more common since 2023. Most cases are from the US, and increasingly, the mistakes are made by lawyers, not laypeople. Judges are catching fake legal citations more frequently, and it's increasingly the fault of lawyers over-relying on AI, new data shows. Damien Charlotin, a legal data analyst and consultant, created a public database of 120 cases in which courts found that AI hallucinated quotes, created fake cases, or cited other apparent legal authorities that didn't exist. Other cases in which AI hallucinates might not draw a judge's attention, so that number is a floor, not a ceiling. While most mistakes were made by people struggling to represent themselves in court, data shows that lawyers and other professionals working with them, like paralegals, are increasingly at fault. In 2023, seven out of 10 cases in which hallucinations were caught were made by so-called pro se litigants, and three were the fault of lawyers; last month, legal professionals were found to be at fault in at least 13 of 23 cases where AI errors were found. "Cases of lawyers or litigants that have mistakenly cited hallucinated cases has now become a rather common trope," Charlotin wrote on his website. The database includes 10 rulings from 2023, 37 from 2024, and 73 from the first five months of 2025, most of them from the US. Other countries where judges have caught AI mistakes include the UK, South Africa, Israel, Australia, and Spain. Courts around the world have also gotten comfortable punishing AI misuse with monetary fines, imposing sanctions of $10,000 or more in five cases, four of them this year. In many cases, the offending individuals don't have the resources or know-how for sophisticated legal research, which often requires analyzing many cases citing the same laws to see how they have been interpreted in the past. One South African court said an "elderly" lawyer involved in the use of fake AI citations seemed "technologically challenged." In recent months, attorneys in high-profile cases working with top US law firms have been caught using AI. Lawyers at the firms K&L Gates and Ellis George recently admitted that they relied partly on made-up cases because of a miscommunication among lawyers working on the case and a failure to check their work, resulting in a sanction of about $31,000. In many of the cases in Charlotin's database, the specific AI website or software used wasn't mentioned. In some cases, judges concluded that AI had been used despite denials by the parties involved. However, in cases where a specific tool was mentioned, ChatGPT is mentioned by name in Charlotin's data more than any other. Charlotin didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
27-05-2025
- Business Insider
AI hallucinations in court documents are a growing problem, and data shows lawyers are responsible for many of the errors
Judges are catching fake legal citations more frequently, and it's increasingly the fault of lawyers over-relying on AI, new data shows. Damien Charlotin, a legal data analyst and consultant, created a public database of 120 cases in which courts found that AI hallucinated quotes, created fake cases, or cited other apparent legal authorities that didn't exist. Other cases in which AI hallucinates might not draw a judge's attention, so that number is a floor, not a ceiling. While most mistakes were made by people struggling to represent themselves in court, data shows that lawyers and other professionals working with them, like paralegals, are increasingly at fault. In 2023, seven out of 10 cases in which hallucinations were caught were made by so-called pro se litigants, and three were the fault of lawyers; last month, legal professionals were found to be at fault in at least 13 of 23 cases where AI errors were found. "Cases of lawyers or litigants that have mistakenly cited hallucinated cases has now become a rather common trope," Charlotin wrote on his website. The database includes 10 rulings from 2023, 37 from 2024, and 73 from the first five months of 2025, most of them from the US. Other countries where judges have caught AI mistakes include the UK, South Africa, Israel, Australia, and Spain. Courts around the world have also gotten comfortable punishing AI misuse with monetary fines, imposing sanctions of $10,000 or more in five cases, four of them this year. In many cases, the offending individuals don't have the resources or know-how for sophisticated legal research, which often requires analyzing many cases citing the same laws to see how they have been interpreted in the past. One South African court said an "elderly" lawyer involved in the use of fake AI citations seemed "technologically challenged." In recent months, attorneys in high-profile cases working with top US law firms have been caught using AI. Lawyers at the firms K&L Gates and Ellis George recently admitted that they relied partly on made-up cases because of a miscommunication among lawyers working on the case and a failure to check their work, resulting in a sanction of about $31,000. In many of the cases in Charlotin's database, the specific AI website or software used wasn't mentioned. In some cases, judges concluded that AI had been used despite denials by the parties involved. However, in cases where a specific tool was mentioned, ChatGPT is mentioned by name in Charlotin's data more than any other.
