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The ethical use of artificial intelligence in the practice of law
What Missouri clients should know about AI, their lawyer, and the rules that govern its use
Artificial intelligence is now built into everyday legal research and drafting tools, and courts across the country — including in Missouri — have sanctioned lawyers for filing briefs with AI-invented case citations. This article explains what the Missouri Rules of Professional Conduct require of a lawyer who uses AI, and why that matters to your case.
The Corporate Transparency Act: Can You Now Ignore It?
What corporate transparency means to you and current legal challenges
The Coporate Transparency Act went into effect January 1, 2024,and was almost immediately challenged in the courts. On March 26, 2025, FinCEN removed benefial owner reporting requirements for all entities created in the United States — including those previously known as “domestic reporting companies” — and their beneficial owners are now exempt from the requirement to report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to FinCEN. Existing foreign companies that must report their beneficial ownership information have at least an additional 30 days from March 26, 2025—until April 25, 2025, for most companies—to do so. Read this article for more information.
Bicycles and rules of the road
What laws govern bicycle and automobile operators co-existing on streets and highways
Bicyclists are a common sight on city streets and are seen occasionally on state highways as well. Many people wonder, “What rights do bicyclists have on public roads?” and, “What obligations do bicyclists have when riding on public roads?".
