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Why I’ve Stopped Feeding the Machines
If you’ve been a regular reader here, you’ve probably noticed my posting cadence has changed. Where I used to publish multiple times a month, it’s now sporadic at best—mostly thoughts on AI and what it’s doing to the world we used to know. This is a deliberate choice, and I feel that maybe I owe…
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Lawyers, We’re Having the Wrong Conversation About AI
Picture this: You’re at a bar function, someone mentions they’re using AI for legal research, and immediately three people jump in with: “Oh, you have to check the citations!”… “It hallucinates!”… “I heard it gave someone completely fake cases!” Yes, we know. That was 2023. Don’t get me wrong—those were valid concerns when ChatGPT first…
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Gone in 60 Milliseconds
Does Anyone Care that AI Bots are Stealing Everyone’s Data? As artificial intelligence continues to reshape our digital landscape, website owners, content creators, and businesses are grappling with a fundamental question: Who controls how your online content is used to train AI systems? The answer, unfortunately, is more complicated than you might expect. The Current…
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I Can’t Get No “Satisfaction”: Florida Supreme Court Tweaks Discovery Timing in Florida Civil Rule 1.280
For the busy Florida litigator, a subtle but significant change to the rules governing the timing of discovery is now in effect. The Florida Supreme Court has amended Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.280(f), a move designed to curb a frustrating delay tactic and streamline the discovery process. In a recent order, the state’s highest…
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The Enduring Art of Justice
Courtroom Sketches in the 21st Century Have you ever wondered why, in this age of high-definition video and instant Instagram uploads, you still see a lone artist in a courtroom, furiously sketching away with pastels and charcoal? It’s a curiosity, isn’t it? A seemingly anachronistic practice in our hyper-connected world. But believe it or not,…
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Dear Grads of 2025: The Chatbots Are Coming… and So You Should Consider Law School
In re: Chatbots v. Law As another school year culminates and a fresh wave of bright graduates stands ready to step into the world, I find myself reflecting on the big questions that likely occupy your minds: What comes next? What path should I choose? It’s a thrilling, and perhaps a little daunting, time. As…
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Selling Your Florida Home? Don’t Skip That HOA Payment!
As a real estate attorney handling closings right here in Florida, specifically in the Sarasota, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch area, I get this question a lot from sellers: “Should I pay my upcoming HOA assessment if I’m selling my house?” The short and sweet answer is a resounding YES! I understand why the question comes…
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Five (5)
I am honored to announce the fifth anniversary of Battaglia Law, PLLC! On January 23, 2020, I embarked on a journey. And over the past five years, Battaglia Law, PLLC has been dedicated to reimagining the real estate closing process in Lakewood Ranch and the surrounding areas. We endeavor to make the process as seamless…
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A Trojan Horse for Insurers? Florida’s 2025 Civil Procedure Rule Changes and their Impact on Injury Claims.
As of January 1, 2025, significant amendments to the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure take effect, raising serious concerns about access to justice for consumers, particularly in the context of injury claims against insurance companies. As someone who follows legal trends and advocates for consumer protection, I’ve been closely examining these changes, especially in light…
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The One About Roast Beef
Once upon a time… A newly-married couple were preparing dinner – a delicious roast beef. As the husband peeled the potatoes, he intently observed his wife meticulously preparing the roast to go into the oven. He noticed that she trimmed the ends off the slab of beast before dropping it in the pan and placing…