Fall 2011 closed memo no. 1 assignment cooper v. stockett - right of privacy - statute of limitations
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The memorandum asks junior associates to analyze whether the trial court correctly ruled that the plaintiff Ablene Cooper's invasion of privacy claims were barred by the statute of limitations. Cooper filed suit against Kathryn Stockett for appropriation of identity and false light. The associates are limited to the provided legal authorities and are asked to predict the likelihood that the trial court's decision will be reversed on appeal. The memorandum directs the associates to submit a memo of no more than five double-spaced pages by October 12th.
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mediation. He has also been a full-time instructor in Paralegal
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Running Head: ROLE OF LAW AND COURT IN TODAY’S BUSINESS ENVIROMENT1
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Role of Law and Court in Today’s Business Environment
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The discussion is focused on the roles of law and court in today’s business environment where the writer examines the difference between the federal courts and the state court. More so, the paper describes the concept of judicial review as used in the United States. It also explains the laws and regulations affecting a longshoreman working in Hawaii. Finally, the paper accounts for the alternative dispute resolution (ADR).From a precise analysis and examples in the discussion, every individual in the business environment can learn and understand the role of laws and courts in the environment they operate in and therefore strive to abide by the constitutional legislation and rights.
A court is a chamber where justice is administered, or trials are held. All countries have a court to ensure justice prevails and ensures the law is enforced according to the constitution. In the United States, we have different levels of courts with different structures and among them are the federal court and the State court. The federal court is headed by a chief justice appointed by the president, followed by the president of the Supreme Court, chief judges, and the judges (Williams, 1995). On the other hand, the state court has fewer responsibilities and operates under the federal state where they handle civil cases within the state like Hawaii islands. The main difference of the duo is their jurisdiction, the region they operate and the law they enforce, federal courts handles criminal cases from all the states following the constitutional laws and the state court handles civil matters and petty crime cases within the state region following the state laws. The discussion below examines the role of legislation and courts in different environments in both the high level of the judiciary, federal court and the state court about my present job of a longshoreman dock worker) in Hawaii islands.
The judiciary is composed of different agencies that work together to ensure that every decision made is constitutionally right. Considering the United States federal court and the state court in Hawaii who operate under different laws that are the federal and the state laws at some point the rules may contradict or conform to the overall constitutional laws that govern them. Here comes the concept of judicial review that relates to the power of the court to examine the legislative decisions and establish whether they are constitutional or unconstitutional (Engdahl, 1992). All agencies operating under the judiciary must abide by the constitutional laws and hence the need for a judicial review to ensure the constitution remains the chief justice and law enforcement tool. In most cases, the Supreme Court makes the judiciar ...
Graded ProjectLegal WritingProject 2ByMike Wilson,.docx
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Legal Writing
Project 2
By
Mike Wilson, Esq.
Reviewed by
Brian Bastyr, Esq.
All terms mentioned in this text that are known to be trademarks or ser vice
marks have been appropriately capitalized. Use of a term in this text should
not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or ser vice mark.
About the Author
Mike Wilson is a freelance writer and college instructor who has
had wide legal and educational experience.
He graduated with his Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the
University of Kentucky in 1976, and three years later received his
law degree from the same school. He has been a partner in a law
firm, a solo practitioner, and has done work in general and family
mediation. He has also been a full-time instructor in Paralegal
Studies at Sullivan College in Kentucky. He was given the “Teacher
of the Year” award in 1997.
Mr. Wilson has had a number of papers published on law-related
topics in both scholarly and popular journals.
About the Reviewer
Brian Bastyr is a senior attorney editor for West Group, a legal pub-
lishing company. He earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of
Illinois, and a Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of
Law. He is currently a member of the Illinois bar, and has published
a number of articles in legal journals.
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For this graded project, you’ll be presented with a parental
custody case, a list of relevant facts, and the testimonies of
two expert witnesses. You’ll need to research the law in your
own jurisdiction regarding factors used to determine cus-
tody. Then, you’ll write two memorandums, one for each of
the opposing sides, applying the law you found to the facts
of the case.
THE CASE
You should know the following information about the case.
The Participants
Sally Bright asked her husband, John, to move out tem-
porarily due to marital difficulties. After a brief separation,
Sally filed for divorce and received temporary custody of
their 14-year-old daughter, Chastity. John’s response to
Sally’s divorce petition requested custody and the court
ordered that the child have visitation with John every
weekend.
Nine months later, the court conducted a final hearing in the
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Module # 3 Lecture
Denise was convicted of drug possession and appealed to challenge the admission of evidence obtained through an illegal search. On appeal, parties submit briefs to argue the trial court's decision and whether it violated Denise's constitutional rights. If the appellate court finds error, it will reverse the conviction. Its decision can then be appealed to a higher court through a similar process involving briefs and oral arguments to convince the judges that the lower court erred in its application of the law. The highest courts have discretion over which cases they will review.
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Structure of the Judicial Branch and Types of Courts
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The primary role of this branch is to interpret the Constitution and laws and to determine the constitutionality of laws made by our government. If a law is considered unconstitutional, then that law is struck down and cannot be enforced. The Supreme Court has the final say on the constitutionality of laws, and all lower courts are supposed to adhere to the decisions by the Supreme Court.
I like to think of the Supreme Court as the "defenders of the Constitution," meaning that their ultimate job is to make sure the Constitution is being enforced and respected. However, not everyone agrees with that the Constitution means, so defending it is not easy!
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There are different types of laws in the US, with the two biggest categories being federal laws and state laws. Federal laws are made by the federal government and state laws are made by the different state governments. Depending on the type of crime someone has committed, they may be either charged with breaking a federal law or a state law. If someone is accused of breaking a federal law then their case is dealt with in a federal court; if someone is accused of breaking a state law then their case is dealt with in a state court.
As we learned previously, most people are actually imprisoned for breaking state laws than federal laws. However, in this class we are primarily focusing on the federal government so we will only be examining the federal court system (as a shameless plug, I am teaching a face to face class in the fall called State and Local Government-POSCI 16-where we only look at California's government and judicial system and we look at political problems facing the state).
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Within the federal judicial system, there are two types of courts: Trial Courts and Courts of Appeals
TRIAL COURTS (also called District Courts)
This is the lowest level of court, meaning, this is where most cases begin. Trial courts are what we typically think of when we think of courts: there is a judge, a jury, evidence is presented, and witnesses are called. This is typically what we see on TV and in movies (usually with someone yelling "I OBJECT!!" at some point).
The goal of the trial courts is to come to a conclusion about a case; meaning, who is right or wrong or who is guilty or not guilty. These courts are only dealing with potential violations of federal law. There are a total of 94 district courts in the US, with the Bay Area being in a district called the Nor.
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-An update on the latest advancements in Power Grid -Model technology during the first and second quarters of 2024.
-An interactive brainstorming session to discuss and propose new feature requests.
-An opportunity to connect with fellow Power Grid Model enthusiasts and users.
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Ocean Lotus cyber threat actors represent a sophisticated, persistent, and politically motivated group that poses a significant risk to organizations and individuals in the Southeast Asian region. Their continuous evolution and adaptability underscore the need for robust cybersecurity measures and international cooperation to identify and mitigate the threats posed by such advanced persistent threat groups.
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With Skybuffer AI, various AI models can be integrated into a single communication channel such as Microsoft Teams. This integration empowers business users with insights drawn from SAP backend systems, enterprise documents, and the expansive knowledge of Generative AI. And the best part of it is that it is all managed through our intuitive no-code Action Server interface, requiring no extensive coding knowledge and making the advanced AI accessible to more users.
Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift.pdf
Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift
Overview
Dive into the world of anomaly detection on edge devices with our comprehensive hands-on tutorial. This SlideShare presentation will guide you through the entire process, from data collection and model training to edge deployment and real-time monitoring. Perfect for those looking to implement robust anomaly detection systems on resource-constrained IoT/edge devices.
Key Topics Covered
1. Introduction to Anomaly Detection
- Understand the fundamentals of anomaly detection and its importance in identifying unusual behavior or failures in systems.
2. Understanding Edge (IoT)
- Learn about edge computing and IoT, and how they enable real-time data processing and decision-making at the source.
3. What is ArgoCD?
- Discover ArgoCD, a declarative, GitOps continuous delivery tool for Kubernetes, and its role in deploying applications on edge devices.
4. Deployment Using ArgoCD for Edge Devices
- Step-by-step guide on deploying anomaly detection models on edge devices using ArgoCD.
5. Introduction to Apache Kafka and S3
- Explore Apache Kafka for real-time data streaming and Amazon S3 for scalable storage solutions.
6. Viewing Kafka Messages in the Data Lake
- Learn how to view and analyze Kafka messages stored in a data lake for better insights.
7. What is Prometheus?
- Get to know Prometheus, an open-source monitoring and alerting toolkit, and its application in monitoring edge devices.
8. Monitoring Application Metrics with Prometheus
- Detailed instructions on setting up Prometheus to monitor the performance and health of your anomaly detection system.
9. What is Camel K?
- Introduction to Camel K, a lightweight integration framework built on Apache Camel, designed for Kubernetes.
10. Configuring Camel K Integrations for Data Pipelines
- Learn how to configure Camel K for seamless data pipeline integrations in your anomaly detection workflow.
11. What is a Jupyter Notebook?
- Overview of Jupyter Notebooks, an open-source web application for creating and sharing documents with live code, equations, visualizations, and narrative text.
12. Jupyter Notebooks with Code Examples
- Hands-on examples and code snippets in Jupyter Notebooks to help you implement and test anomaly detection models.
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We believe integration and automation are essential to user experience and the promise of efficient work through technology. Automation is the critical ingredient to realizing that full vision. We develop integration products and services for Bonterra Case Management software to support the deployment of automations for a variety of use cases.
This video focuses on automated letter generation for Bonterra Impact Management using Google Workspace or Microsoft 365.
Interested in deploying letter generation automations for Bonterra Impact Management? Contact us at sales@sidekicksolutionsllc.com to discuss next steps.
Taking AI to the Next Level in Manufacturing.pdf
Read Taking AI to the Next Level in Manufacturing to gain insights on AI adoption in the manufacturing industry, such as:
1. How quickly AI is being implemented in manufacturing.
2. Which barriers stand in the way of AI adoption.
3. How data quality and governance form the backbone of AI.
4. Organizational processes and structures that may inhibit effective AI adoption.
6. Ideas and approaches to help build your organization's AI strategy.
Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesdays - June 2024
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June Patch Tuesday
Ivanti’s Patch Tuesday breakdown goes beyond patching your applications and brings you the intelligence and guidance needed to prioritize where to focus your attention first. Catch early analysis on our Ivanti blog, then join industry expert Chris Goettl for the Patch Tuesday Webinar Event. There we’ll do a deep dive into each of the bulletins and give guidance on the risks associated with the newly-identified vulnerabilities.
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Dive into the realm of operating systems (OS) with Pravash Chandra Das, a seasoned Digital Forensic Analyst, as your guide. 🚀 This comprehensive presentation illuminates the core concepts, types, and evolution of OS, essential for understanding modern computing landscapes.
Beginning with the foundational definition, Das clarifies the pivotal role of OS as system software orchestrating hardware resources, software applications, and user interactions. Through succinct descriptions, he delineates the diverse types of OS, from single-user, single-task environments like early MS-DOS iterations, to multi-user, multi-tasking systems exemplified by modern Linux distributions.
Crucial components like the kernel and shell are dissected, highlighting their indispensable functions in resource management and user interface interaction. Das elucidates how the kernel acts as the central nervous system, orchestrating process scheduling, memory allocation, and device management. Meanwhile, the shell serves as the gateway for user commands, bridging the gap between human input and machine execution. 💻
The narrative then shifts to a captivating exploration of prominent desktop OSs, Windows, macOS, and Linux. Windows, with its globally ubiquitous presence and user-friendly interface, emerges as a cornerstone in personal computing history. macOS, lauded for its sleek design and seamless integration with Apple's ecosystem, stands as a beacon of stability and creativity. Linux, an open-source marvel, offers unparalleled flexibility and security, revolutionizing the computing landscape. 🖥️
Moving to the realm of mobile devices, Das unravels the dominance of Android and iOS. Android's open-source ethos fosters a vibrant ecosystem of customization and innovation, while iOS boasts a seamless user experience and robust security infrastructure. Meanwhile, discontinued platforms like Symbian and Palm OS evoke nostalgia for their pioneering roles in the smartphone revolution.
The journey concludes with a reflection on the ever-evolving landscape of OS, underscored by the emergence of real-time operating systems (RTOS) and the persistent quest for innovation and efficiency. As technology continues to shape our world, understanding the foundations and evolution of operating systems remains paramount. Join Pravash Chandra Das on this illuminating journey through the heart of computing. 🌟
Generating privacy-protected synthetic data using Secludy and Milvus
During this demo, the founders of Secludy will demonstrate how their system utilizes Milvus to store and manipulate embeddings for generating privacy-protected synthetic data. Their approach not only maintains the confidentiality of the original data but also enhances the utility and scalability of LLMs under privacy constraints. Attendees, including machine learning engineers, data scientists, and data managers, will witness first-hand how Secludy's integration with Milvus empowers organizations to harness the power of LLMs securely and efficiently.
Let's Integrate MuleSoft RPA, COMPOSER, APM with AWS IDP along with Slack
Discover the seamless integration of RPA (Robotic Process Automation), COMPOSER, and APM with AWS IDP enhanced with Slack notifications. Explore how these technologies converge to streamline workflows, optimize performance, and ensure secure access, all while leveraging the power of AWS IDP and real-time communication via Slack notifications.
Driving Business Innovation: Latest Generative AI Advancements & Success Story
Are you ready to revolutionize how you handle data? Join us for a webinar where we’ll bring you up to speed with the latest advancements in Generative AI technology and discover how leveraging FME with tools from giants like Google Gemini, Amazon, and Microsoft OpenAI can supercharge your workflow efficiency.
During the hour, we’ll take you through:
Guest Speaker Segment with Hannah Barrington: Dive into the world of dynamic real estate marketing with Hannah, the Marketing Manager at Workspace Group. Hear firsthand how their team generates engaging descriptions for thousands of office units by integrating diverse data sources—from PDF floorplans to web pages—using FME transformers, like OpenAIVisionConnector and AnthropicVisionConnector. This use case will show you how GenAI can streamline content creation for marketing across the board.
Ollama Use Case: Learn how Scenario Specialist Dmitri Bagh has utilized Ollama within FME to input data, create custom models, and enhance security protocols. This segment will include demos to illustrate the full capabilities of FME in AI-driven processes.
Custom AI Models: Discover how to leverage FME to build personalized AI models using your data. Whether it’s populating a model with local data for added security or integrating public AI tools, find out how FME facilitates a versatile and secure approach to AI.
We’ll wrap up with a live Q&A session where you can engage with our experts on your specific use cases, and learn more about optimizing your data workflows with AI.
This webinar is ideal for professionals seeking to harness the power of AI within their data management systems while ensuring high levels of customization and security. Whether you're a novice or an expert, gain actionable insights and strategies to elevate your data processes. Join us to see how FME and AI can revolutionize how you work with data!
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- 1. MEMORANDUM TO: Junior Associates, RWA Sections 13 and 16 FROM: Senior Partner Entrikin and Senior Associate Howell RE: Cooper v. Stockett, No. 251-11-134 CIV DATE: September 26, 2011 Our firm has been retained as co-counsel to represent the plaintiff, Ablene Cooper, in her ongoing litigation against Kathryn Stockett. For the details, please see the pleadings in the court file. The issue is whether the trial court erred in granting the defendant’s motion for summary judgment on the ground that the plaintiff’s invasion of privacy claims appropriation of identity and false light) were barred by the applicable statute of limitations. Using the authorities provided, please analyze whether the trial judge correctly ruled that Ms. Cooper’s complaint is barred by the statute of limitations. She filed a motion for reconsideration in mid-August, which has since been denied. As soon as the judge’s order on that motion is available, I will provide you with a copy to add to the case file. In short, we have been asked to research the relevant authorities and advise Ms. Cooper whether to appeal the trial court’s August 19, 2011 judgment to the Mississippi Court of Appeals. Please predict the likelihood that the trial court’s decision will be reversed on appeal. Use only the edited versions of the legal authorities listed below, which are posted on TWEN under “Writing Assignments.” The only exception is Black’s Law Dictionary, which you may consult (and cite, if appropriate) to define legal terms. You are not authorized to engage in any outside research beyond the specific authorities provided. Do not cite any cases not provided to you in the list of authorities. If you wish to rely on any outside legal authoritythat is cited or relied upon by a legal resourceprovided to you, simply refer to the outsideauthority in the text of your discussion. Then cite directly to the legal resource provided in which you found thecitation to the outside legal authority. Your memo should include a heading similar to the heading of this memo. Use 12-point Times New Roman (or equivalent) font and one-inch margins. Please double-space your memo and number the pages, centered at the bottom of each page. Please do not exceed five double- spaced pages. (If longer, I will read and evaluate only the first five pages.) You are encouraged todiscuss the assignment and the legal authorities with other first- year students in Professor Entrikin’s RWA Sections 13 and 16. You may also discuss the assignment with Cassie Howell during her office hours or by email. Do not discuss the assignment with anyone else, including your other professors, roommates, parents, siblings, relatives, friends, acquaintances, or strangers. Finally, your writing must be exclusively yours. You may not show your written work to anyone, except Cassie Howell or me. Senior Associate Howell is not authorized to edit or revise your written work, which must be exclusively your own. You are expected to do your best work on your memo. Your assignment is due at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 12. 1
- 2. Memo No. 1 Library of Legal Authorities (Edited Versions Posted on TWEN) A. Statutes Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-35 (WL current through 2011 Regular Session). Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49 (WL current through 2011 Regular Session). Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-67 (WL current through 2011 Regular Session). B. Cases (listed in reverse chronological order) Swan v. Boardwalk Regency Corp., 969 A.2d 1145 (N.J. Super. 2009). Pierce v. Clarion Ledger, 236 Fed. Appx.887 (5th Cir. 2007). Lane v. StrangCommun. Co., 297 F. Supp. 2d 897 (N.D. Miss. 2003). McCorkle v. McCorkle, 811 So. 2d 258 (Miss. App. 2001). Hervey v. MetLife Gen. Ins. Corp. Sys.Agency of Miss., Inc., 154 F. Supp. 2d 909 (S.D. Miss. 2001). Tichenor v. Roman Catholic Church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, 32 F.3d 953 (5th Cir. 1994). Young v. Jackson, 572 So. 2d 378 (Miss. 1990). Mize v. Harvey Shapiro Enters., Inc., 714 F. Supp. 220 (N.D. Miss. 1989). Blackwell v. Hustler Mag., Inc., 633 F. Supp. 870 (S.D. 2
- 3. Miss. 1986). S. Land & Resources Co. v. Dobbs, 467 So. 2d 652 (Miss. 1985). Martin v. Dorton, 50 So. 2d 391 (Miss. 1951). C. Restatements Restatement (Second) of Torts § 652C (1977). Restatement (Second) of Torts § 652E (1977). 3