AI Cautionary Tales (and Practical Implications) for the Legal Profession

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Some of the latest or otherwise most interesting examples of AI use gone awry for members of the legal profession; how courts are responding to these types of incidents, in terms of sanctions after the fact, or suggested or required steps as precautions; how to bounce back after one or more AI-related mishaps; what individual professionals or law firms should be doing at this point to help ensure that they are using AI tools wisely and efficiently and with a minimum of risk.

Pointers on Establishing a New or Niche Practice [Ongoing]

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Issues to keep in mind when deciding whether to change or add practice areas; or, alternatively, considerations when deciding whether to take on a new practice area involving an emerging or highly technical subject; how attorneys can decide if a particular practice area is a good fit for them; how to grow a new practice area, develop expertise, and set oneself apart from other practitioners.

Personal or Professional Lessons From Leisure Pursuits [Ongoing]

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Analogies between hobbies and the legal profession. Consider whether to write a practical, first-person piece about lessons learned from the pursuit of a hobby and how you have been able to apply those lessons to your law practice, or whether to write a more general piece comparing a sport or other outside interest to the practice of law.

Practical Takeaways From Federal Circuit Ruling in Trade Secret Dispute

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The Federal Circuit’s May 28 ruling in Insulet Corp. v. EOFlow Co.; basis for the overturning of a $59 million damages award; what this ruling potentially means for legal actions taken under the Defend Trade Secrets Act; additional practical guidance regarding protection of intellectual property, especially in the context of potential hazards involving former employees.

Related information:

https://www.cafc.uscourts.gov/opinions-orders/25-1807.OPINION.5-28-2026_2700697.pdf

Influencer Sues Lingerie Company Over Alleged Use of Deepfake Image

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A lifestyle influencer’s lawsuit against a lingerie company over its alleged AI-generated deepfake image of her; key allegations against the company; what this lawsuit demonstrates regarding potential pitfalls for either companies or individual influencers with whom they partner; how companies and individuals should be thinking about contract terms and related business objectives in our AI era.

Related information:

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/influencer-sues-underwear-company-empowered-by-you-over-deepfake

Colbert’s Use of Peanuts Song Serves Up Comedic Reminder About Licensing Agreements

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A music-related gag on the final episode of The Late Show. Although deliberately played for laughs, this headline-generating maneuver could still serve as a useful reminder regarding IP protections involving music and the need for valid licensing agreements. How can rights holders protect their interests in these sorts of cases, and when do infringers sometimes cross a line (either knowingly or unknowingly)?

Related information:

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/music/film-tv-music-news/cbs-licensing-deal-stephen-colbert-peanuts-late-show-1236623378