AI: the new legal powerhouse — why lawyers should befriend the machine to stay ahead

Source: Reuters

AI is evolving at lightning speed, sparking both wonder and worry. As it transforms industries and our daily lives, we are caught between the thrill of innovation and the jitters of uncertainty. Will AI elevate the human experience or just leave us in the dust? How will it impact our careers, privacy and sense of security? Just as we witnessed with the rise of the internet — and later, social media — AI is poised to redefine how we work and live, bringing a mix of optimism and apprehension. While we grapple with AI's implications, our clients expect us to lead the charge in leveraging it for their benefit. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.reuters.com/legal/legalindustry/ai-new-legal-powerhouse-why-lawyers-should-befriend-machine-stay-ahead-2024-10-24/

Failed surgery alone does not imply medical negligence: SC

Source: Hindustan Times - MSN

The Supreme Court has emphasised that medical professionals cannot be held liable for negligence solely because surgery or treatment does not produce the expected results, asserting that the culpability of doctors must stem from clear evidence pointing to a deviation from accepted medical practices. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/failed-surgery-alone-does-not-imply-medical-negligence-sc/ar-AA1t3vO0?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=d3ba9341d43d49d08073100f978ce525&ei=44

Pro bono in action: How one global law firm is making a lasting impact

Source: Legal Cheek

Pinsent Masons senior associate Meghan Higgins on the importance of pro bono and the skills it teaches junior lawyers. In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis and following years of increased need for accessible legal services around the world, Pinsent Masons launched a regenerated pro bono programme in May of last year, providing free legal advice to organisations and individuals who could not otherwise access it. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.legalcheek.com/lc-careers-posts/pro-bono-in-action-how-one-global-firm-is-making-a-lasting-impact/

Indian law firms eye longer arms

Source: Economic Times

At a time when numerous multinational companies are seeking to enter or expand their presence in India, domestic law firms are establishing practices abroad to support these companies while exploring new opportunities in international markets. Indian law firms are expanding internationally, setting up offices in key global hubs like Singapore and Dubai. This move, driven by increasing cross-border deals and international arbitration, is aimed at supporting multinational companies entering India. Firms like Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas and Khaitan & Co are leading this trend, establishing strategic partnerships across Europe and Africa to tap into new markets and uphold international standards.

To read more please go to the following link:

https://m.economictimes.com/news/company/corporate-trends/indian-law-firms-eye-longer-arms/amp_articleshow/114702829.cms