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UK CMA Publishes Thoughtful Report on AI Foundation Models
On 18 September 2023, following its initial review of artificial intelligence (AI) foundation models (FMs), the UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) published its eagerly awaited report (the “Report”).The Report has been published within the wider context of the UK government’s ambition to create a safe and pro-innovation framework for regulating AI, with AI and…
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Copyright Office Seeks Comments on Artificial Intelligence
The US Copyright Office (CO) issued a notice, seeking comments on copyright law and policy issues raised by artificial intelligence (AI) systems. Artificial Intelligence and Copyright, 88 Fed. Reg. 59942 (Aug. 30, 2023)….By: McDermott Will & Emery
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NYCAL Judge Grants Joint Trial of Two Asbestos Cases
Jurisdiction: Supreme Court of New York, New York County – In this asbestos action, plaintiffs seek to join the Munna and LaMonica cases for joint trial. First, the court noted that the NYCAL CMO provides that two cases may be joined for joint trial if the plaintiffs can meet the Malcolm factors. However, the plaintiffs…
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When Confronted With Evidence That Defendant Could Have Avoided Accident, a Finding That Weather Caused Accident is Inappropriate. Court Also Affirmed Lower Court’s Ruling That Strict Adherence to Specific City’s Notice of Claim Form Was Not Required.
Angeles v. Ruiz, 2023 WL 3669914, No. A-3751-20 (N.J. Super. App. Div. May 26, 2023) – The plaintiff was involved in a motor vehicle accident with a snowplow driver for the City of Kearney. While approaching an intersection with a stop sign, the snowplow driver applied the brakes, but the snowplow skidded into the intersection,…
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Amusement Park Injuries: Reporting Requirements in NJ
A day at the amusement park can be a stress-relieving, fun way to pass the time. However, despite the joys they provide, many patrons are caused to suffer from personal injuries every year at amusement parks due to dangerous conditions or defective rides….By: Stark & Stark
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FTC Judge Orders Tax Filing Software Company to Stop Advertising Products as “Free”
On September 8, the FTC’s Chief Administrative Law Judge (“ALJ”) issued an initial decision finding that a company providing tax filing software services engaged in deceptive advertising practices in violation of Section 5 of the FTC Act. In March of 2022, the FTC filed an administrative complaint alleging that the company’s advertisements misled consumers into…
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Nansen Confirms Vendor Data Breach Leaked Sensitive User Information
On September 22, 2023, Nansen posted a letter on its X (formerly known as Twitter) account explaining a recent vendor data breach. In this notice, Nansen explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes their email addresses, password hashes and blockchain addresses….By: Console and Associates,…
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Laurence Des Cars Has a Master Plan for the Louvre
Laurence des Cars has big plans for the world’s most visited museum. But whether she can achieve them depends on her powers of persuasion.
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Mortal Kombat 1 Continues Legacy of Landmark Fighting Game
It’s interesting that Roger never reviewed the “Mortal Kombat” films, ignoring the Paul W.S. Anderson 1995 film and the dismal 1997 sequel. While the movies based on the 1992 arcade game and its many descendants have been pretty dismal (the 2021 remake is so forgettable that I forgot I reviewed it myself), the games have actually…
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FOX is Hoping That Audiences Really Want to Visit Krapopolis
As the strike lingers into its fifth month for writers, the networks are still bringing out shows in the can that they hope will connect with viewers. One such program is an animated comedy that someone at FOX must absolutely love. Understandably, FOX went straight to series in 2020 with Dan Harmon, given his massive…
