What are the concerns and capabilities? CNBC recently posted an article, “Lawyers could be the next profession to be replaced by computers,” and naturally, it caught my attention. Immediately feeling the threat of artificial intelligence (AI), something I thought a white-collar profession like my own would never be affected by, I delved deeper into the […]
Apple will go down in history as the world’s first trillion-dollar company. With humble beginnings in Steve Job’s parent’s garage in 1976, Apple has proven its tactics of global tech domination have indeed succeeded—but are these ‘tactics’ greedy, misleading… or genius? Is there a consumer protection issue we’re neglecting to see? Let’s first consider Apple’s […]
Four years, $154 million dollars— LeBron James’ contract is now official, and his coveted No. 23 Los Angeles Laker’s Jersey can finally be sold to the masses. Today marks the beginning of the new league year, and National Basketball Association (NBA) fans, sports broadcasting mediums, and merchandisers alike are gearing up for another season of […]
“I’ll call an Uber,” has become a household phrase. Ride-hailing service giants including Uber and Lyft have spearheaded a multi-billion-dollar industry – shaking up taxi services across the world. Taxi drivers aren’t the only ones concerned about the rise of Uber and Lyft. Women have also expressed unease about these services due to the […]
Here’s what we can expect and how we can benefit from passage of Amendment 2 On Nov. 8, 2016, the Florida Medical Marijuana Legalization Initiative (Amendment 2) was passed with an overwhelming 71.32% voter approval. Amendment 2 will legalize medical marijuana for individuals with specific debilitating diseases or comparable debilitating conditions that will be […]
The augmented reality game, Pokémon Go, has become a worldwide phenomenon capturing the imagination of young people. However, ‘Pokemania’ has created all kinds of trouble for users and property owners from accidents and robberies to trespassing– and “Pokémon GO” makers could get sued for triggering the incidents. “Pokémon GO” pocketed a quick $7.5 billion […]
On June 14, 2016, an alligator snatched two-year-old Lane Graves from a beach behind the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa and robbed him of his life. Although the parents struggled to save their son, the heartbreaking tragedy has left grief and a potentially hefty lawsuit against “The Most Magical Place on Earth.” […]
South Floridians, mark your calendars for January 2020. The NFL recently announced that the Super Bowl will return to Miami, Florida, and while praise is being given to Miami Dolphins’ owner Steve Ross for spending almost a half-billion dollars in stadium upgrades, we are celebrating a [potential] Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) victory. According […]
Prince leaves behind a legacy beyond musical genius – shining light on some of the most controversial music copyright cases of the 21st century and leaving fans frantic to get a hold of his music in the few places it can be found. The sudden death of Prince, 57, ignited a wave of respect and […]
Legendary “Star Wars” actor Harrison Ford, a.k.a. Han Solo, 71, was seriously injured on the set of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” when a heavy hydraulic door hit him, leaving his leg broken. The Millennium Falcon’s spacecraft door malfunction as well as Ford’s broken leg have surfaced, causing British workplace and safety authorities to prosecute […]