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Embracing Change: BridgehouseLaw’s Decision to Shift to an Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) Policy

February 6, 2024

In response to the evolving landscape of work-life balance and the post-Covid dynamics, BridgehouseLaw’s Charlotte, North Carolina office has undergone a substantial policy transformation, notably transitioning from a traditional Tiered Vacation system to a more progressive Unlimited Paid Time Off (UPTO) policy. Recognizing the Need for Change: Extensive research, analysis of progressive industry practices, countless…

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The NFL Touchdown in Germany: A Growing Love for American Football

January 26, 2024

American football has always been more than just a sport – it’s a cultural phenomenon, an event that brings people together, and a spectacle that captivates millions. The National Football League (NFL) is at the heart of this passion. This organization has taken its game beyond American borders, spreading the thrill of American football across…

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AI owning Art?

January 26, 2024

Artificial Intelligence has been taking over the world. This new type of technology has created a deep shock in the general culture of the entire world. One of the important points that has been debated is the ownership of this type of work. Who created the work? As I mentioned in my previous article, copyright…

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“Mickey Mouse” turns horror villain after becoming Public Domain: an update on everyone’s favorite mouse

January 26, 2024

New films, games, and technologies are always announced with the new year. As I mentioned in my last Newsletter Article, “Mickey Mouse’ Turns Public Domain”, Mickey Mouse (in his original Steamboat Willie era) has officially entered the public domain, and people can profit from this original version. On January 1st, a teaser trailer for a…

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TikTok’s Battle Against Usage Bans

January 26, 2024

TikTok, a widespread social media app owned by a Chinese technology company called ByteDance, recently won a point in its ongoing battle against bans on its usage. Certain countries around the world have actively banned the app’s usage; some have banned its use on devices provided by governmental agencies, and others, like the United States,…

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Informationen zur Teilnahme an der Wiederholung der Bundestagswahl in Berliner Wahlbezirken aus dem Ausland – Auswärtiges Amt

December 22, 2023

Die Wiederholung der Wahl zum 20. Deutschen Bundestag für 455 der 2.256 Wahlbezirke in Berlin findet entsprechend der Anordnung des Berliner Landeswahlleiters am 11. Februar 2024, statt. Deutsche im Sinne des Artikels 116 Abs. 1 des Grundgesetzes können unter bestimmten Bedingungen auch aus dem Ausland an in Deutschland abgehaltenen Wahlen teilnehmen, sofern sie das achtzehnte…

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Bekanntmachung für Deutsche zur Wiederholung der Wahl zum Deutschen Bundestag in 455 Berliner Wahlbezirken – Generalkonsulat der Bundesrepublik Deutschland

December 22, 2023

Am 11. Februar 2024 findet die Wiederholung der Wahl zum Deutschen Bundestag vom 26. September 2021 in Berlin in 455 von insgesamt 2.256 Wahlbezirken statt. Die Wiederholungswahl findet somit nicht im gesamten Berliner Stadtgebiet statt. Auf der Seite der Landeswahlleitung Berlin (www.berlin.de/wahlen/) wird eine Adressabfrage abrufbar sein, in der ermittelt werden kann, ob die eingegebene…

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Mallory v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co. Doing business in Pennsylvania – means jurisdiction in Pennsylvania

December 12, 2023

On June 27, 2023, the United States Supreme Court issued an opinion in the Mallory v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co case. The case involved a Virginia resident suing his Virginia-based employer in Pennsylvania state court for injuries sustained in Ohio and Virginia. The Pennsylvania Supreme Court ruled it lacked jurisdiction, but the U.S. Supreme Court…

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“Mickey Mouse” turns Public Domain

December 12, 2023

Happy 95th Birthday, Mickey Mouse! As a present, starting next year, you will be part of the public domain! How exciting! Copyright law has always tried to give way to and protect the creativity of individuals – be it art, music, or drama. Although creative works should always be protected, after a certain time, they…

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ChatGPT is a Bad Lawyer

December 12, 2023

In April 2023, a Colorado lawyer prepared a motion to set aside judgment in a civil case for his client. During his drafting, the attorney used ChatGPT, the popular AI chatbot, to find a case law to support his client’s argument. The only problem was that the cases ChatGPT cited were either inaccurate or did…

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