How corporate counsel are dealing with AI in-house
Artificial intelligence brings a new set of questions and standards that attorneys must adapt to ahead and in the midst of employee use.
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AI use in Arizona brings up ethical questions in Indiana
An AI-generated version of a deceased victim was allowed to speak in front of an Arizona judge, marking a likely first for the nation.
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Web exclusive: New IU McKinney symposium to encourage informed AI use
The Indiana University McKinney School of Law is adding a new symposium to its roster, focused on how leaders can work with, not against, artificial intelligence in the legal field.
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Web exclusive: Federal DEFIANCE Act passes through Senate, awaits House approval
A bipartisan bill aimed to hold creators and distributors of sexually explicit “deepfakes” accountable unanimously passed in the United States Senate last month, seen as a crucial step in protecting victims of pornography by artificial intelligence.
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Law schools, firms increase training, classes in generative AI
According to the 2024 AI and Legal Education Survey, collected by the American Bar Association, 55% of the 200 surveyed law schools currently offer classes on artificial intelligence as part of their curriculum.
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Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT’s alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide
The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death.
Corporate counsel talk tariffs, football rally towels at inaugural Lawyer event
Anthony Prather, Indiana University’s vice president and general counsel, said an unexpected legal conundrum emerged in 2024 when the school’s “Cignetti Towels” at a football game ended up having a striking resemblance to the Marlboro logo.
Judge’s footnote on immigration agents using AI raises accuracy and privacy concerns
Law enforcement agencies across the country have been grappling with how to create guardrails that allow officers to use the increasingly available AI technology while maintaining accuracy, privacy and professionalism.
White House drafts order directing Justice Department to sue states that pass AI regulations
The draft AI order would direct the Justice Department to challenge state laws regulating the technology on the grounds that they interfere with interstate commerce.
OpenAI faces 7 lawsuits claiming ChatGPT drove people to suicide, delusions
Filed on behalf of six adults and one teenager, the lawsuits claim that OpenAI knowingly released GPT-4o prematurely despite internal warnings that it was dangerously sycophantic and psychologically manipulative.
Lilly Endowment offers up to $500M to Indiana colleges, universities for AI study, strategies
In an effort to “address the implications” of artificial intelligence, the Lilly Endowment is launching a $500 million initiative to provide funding to Indiana colleges and universities to support the study of AI and develop strategies for its use.
IN Tax Court orders Tippecanoe County assessor to obtain counsel for appeal
The Indiana Tax Court denied a county assessor’s attempt to represent his office in an appeal before the court, citing his lack of legal expertise as a risk of a non-attorney representing others and his use of a fictitious citation.
Crown Point attorney shows ISBA members tips and tricks for making the most out of AI
Lawyers from around the state learned strategies and techniques for making the most out of artificial intelligence at the Indiana State Bar Association’s annual summit.
Video exclusive: Ice Miller’s Josh Christie discusses AI’s impact on the legal profession
Watch a preview of next week’s episode of The Indiana Lawyer Podcast, featuring Joshua Christie, incoming chief managing partner at Ice Miller LLP.
Judge approves $1.5B copyright settlement between AI company Anthropic and authors
About 465,000 books are on the list of works pirated by Anthropic, according to Justin Nelson, an attorney for the authors.
Indiana University launches a new artificial intelligence tool for use by faculty, students
Called ChatGPT Edu, the technology is specifically designed to assist users in higher education.
Seth R. Wilson: When it comes to transcription accuracy, try AI-based app
In my experience, AI-based transcription is more accurate than built-in voice-to-text options and comes with more features.
AI issues generating business for Indiana law firms
AI-related labor and employment issues, patents, technology transactions and licensing are just some of the areas bringing in business to law firms.
More law firms using artificial intelligence, but with a watchful eye
The American Bar Association’s 2024 Artificial Intelligence TechReport, released earlier this year, found 30.2% of attorneys indicated that their offices were currently using AI-based technology tools
Justin Sorrell: New AI case helps define fair use of copyrighted works
This landmark ruling provides the first judicial guidance on the extent to which AI services may use copyrighted works to train large language models without explicit agreement from the works’ owners.
EU’s new AI code of practice could set regulatory standard for American companies
American companies are split between support and criticism of a new voluntary European AI code of practice, meant to help tech companies align themselves with upcoming regulations from the European Union’s landmark AI Act.
President Trump signs Take It Down Act, addressing nonconsensual deepfakes. What is it?
The legislation enacts stricter penalties for the distribution of non-consensual intimate imagery, sometimes called “revenge porn,” as well as deepfakes created by artificial intelligence.
AI developing as personal mentor for law students, professionals
While AI technology like ChatGPT spits out directed responses to prompts made by users, experts are working with AI platforms that can be designed to act as mentors.
Nordstrom: Exploring a new method of witness preparation using AI
By leveraging AI tools, attorneys can identify areas for improvement, provide targeted feedback, and optimize witness statements with unprecedented precision.