[{"pubDate":"Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:55:48 +0100","url":"https://www.callacbd.ca/CALL-Blog/12614092","titre":"Using Vinyl & Spotify to Understand Legal Information Online","id":3241462,"description":"Hannah Steeves, the Instruction & Reference Librarian at the Sir James Dunn Law Library, Dalhousie University (Halifax), recently wrote an article on \"Using Vinyl & Spotify to Understand Legal Information Online\" . It originally appeared on Slaw.ca on February 15, 2022 . Most legal research is done online through a combination of open and subscription databases. Legal information is available at our fingertips through Justice Laws, LEGISinfo, CanLII, Westlaw, Lexis, ProView, SOQUIJ, [insert your preferred database here], and the list goes on. The availability of electronic resources has radically changed—and will continue to change—the way legal professionals conduct research. However, despite my enthusiasm for the improved accessibility and retrievability, I think the lack of engagement that new legal researchers have with print resources creates comprehension issues. The disconnect between a source’s print and electronic formats reduces their understanding of the process used to create the document. Understanding this process helps us understand the organization of information and makes a researcher more efficient. New legal researchers are often introduced directly to the electronic version of a source without fully understanding how it came to be. For example, a student might learn about legislation and be shown how to trace a legislative history using Justice Laws without ever interacting with the print, bound statutes. They are missing the benefits of seeing the tangible organization of annual, revised, and consolidated statutes. Another example is having a student use ProView without ever flipping through a physical binder and understanding how loose-leaf releases work. Although they know each source is unique, they all present approximately the same online. Unfortunately, limited class time and COVID-19 have made it nearly impossible to get students into the library to conduct research with print sources. I try to grab print copies of case reporters, volumes of statutes, and loose-leafs to show students in person or on Zoom, but the effect is not the same as engaging with the print source directly. Instead, when I meet with students, I often see ~18 tabs open in their browsers with sites ranging from course materials, Google, CanLII, and their preferred subscription platform. They ask me, “ Why does this have to be so complicated?” And they’re right! It does seem complicated, at first glance. If we had created these resources using our modern digital environment, they would be organized differently. Print established the rules, and the digital versions have been bound by them. When I try to explain why the digital versions might seem unnecessarily complex, but that understanding how to use the print sources will improve their navigation of the digital versions, I use the following analogy. First, assuming Spotify is the most common music app, I ask students whether they’re more likely to download/stream full albums or singles. Once they’ve answered, I explain that the point of this question is to determine that they understand that a single song is situated within an album—the album is a collection of songs. Next, I ask if they know why artists produce albums. This one takes a bit of waiting, and in a classroom setting a music aficionado may bring up the concept album (and rightly so!), but usually there’s someone who knows that the standard album is a result of the time limitations set by vinyl, specifically the 33 rpm LP record . (Or maybe they Google it as I’m waiting for an answer—who am I to judge?) With a brief explanation, it becomes clear that vinyl restricted artists to around 44 minutes of playing time, and this explains the standard album format still used today. The next step is to connect the persistence of the album through various eras of music. The album has survived the evolution of music distribution. Historically, it started with vinyl, but remained through transitions between audio cassette, the CD, through to","source":"Canadian Association of Law Libraries / L'Association canadienne des bibliothèques de droit CALL/ACBD Blog"},{"source":"Slaw","id":3208263,"description":"Is this a rabbit, or is it a duck? It’s both. (You’ll see the two animals after a few seconds if you haven’t already). Known as Jastrow’s rabbit/duck, this image has been amusing people ever since it first appeared in a German newspaper in 1892). How much time and money should be spent trying to prove that Jastrow’s drawing is really a duck, or really a rabbit, or more one than the other? No time and no money at all. Our civil justice system tries to search for truth , in order to bring each lawsuit to a just resolution . . . [more] The post A Futile Search for “Truth”? Epistemically Unproductive Expenditures in Civil Lawsuits appeared first on Slaw","pubDate":"Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:57:51 +0200","titre":"A Futile Search for “Truth”? Epistemically Unproductive Expenditures in Civil Lawsuits","url":"https://www.slaw.ca/2026/10/09/a-futile-search-for-truth-epistemically-unproductive-expenditures-in-civil-lawsuits/"},{"id":1905864,"description":"With minors spending more time than ever on social media, many parents are concerned about its effects on their children. In response, legislatures across... The post H.B. 3, 2024 Leg., Reg. Sess. (Fla. 2024) appeared first on Harvard Law Review","source":"Harvard Law Review","pubDate":"Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:42:48 +0100","url":"https://harvardlawreview.org/print/vol-138/h-b-3-2024-leg-reg-sess-fla-2024/","titre":"H.B. 3, 2024 Leg., Reg. Sess. (Fla. 2024)"},{"pubDate":"Sat, 27 Apr 2024 10:39:47 +0200","titre":"Unveiling a Fintech Phenomenon: Allica Bank’s Spectacular Rise to Profitability","url":"https://businesstoday.news/unveiling-a-fintech-phenomenon-allica-banks-spectacular-rise-to-profitability/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unveiling-a-fintech-phenomenon-allica-banks-spectacular-rise-to-profitability","id":1282822,"description":"Key Takeaways: A Game-Changer in Fintech Emerges In a landscape dominated by financial giants, a rising star has emerged in the form of Allica Bank, a fintech disruptor redefining banking for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With a stellar performance in 2023, Allica Bank’s Annual Report paints a picture of extraordinary growth, substantial financial gains, and groundbreaking achievements. Trailblazing in the Fintech Realm Allica Bank’s journey to success is nothing short of extraordinary. Within just three years of opening its doors to lending, the bank has etched its name as the fastest-growing UK fintech ever, a title bestowed upon it The post Unveiling a Fintech Phenomenon: Allica Bank’s Spectacular Rise to Profitability appeared first on Business Today","source":"Business Today"},{"description":"Key Takeaways: Navigating the Hiring Maze: Challenges and Frustrations In an ever-evolving job market, UK businesses are grappling with the complexities of hiring, with 74% expressing heightened difficulty in recruitment over the past five years. A recent survey conducted by global job matching platform Indeed sheds light on the inefficiencies plaguing the hiring process, revealing a landscape fraught with frustration and inefficiency. Mismatched Expectations: Ambitious Targets vs. Sourcing Challenges Despite ambitious hiring targets set by businesses—amidst over 908,000 job vacancies in the UK—finding quality candidates remains akin to a daunting treasure hunt. The disparity between demand and supply is glaring, The post Unlocking the Secret to Effortless Hiring: AI-Powered Solution Shakes Up UK Businesses appeared first on Business Today","id":1228901,"source":"Business Today","url":"https://businesstoday.news/unlocking-the-secret-to-effortless-hiring-ai-powered-solution-shakes-up-uk-businesses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unlocking-the-secret-to-effortless-hiring-ai-powered-solution-shakes-up-uk-businesses","titre":"Unlocking the Secret to Effortless Hiring: AI-Powered Solution Shakes Up UK Businesses","pubDate":"Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:35:47 +0200"},{"source":"Business Today","id":1221227,"description":"The Ever-Changing Landscape of Waste Management In the fast-paced business world, waste management often becomes an afterthought. However, with the tightening grip of regulations, it’s a facet companies can no longer afford to overlook. Scott Hawthorne from Skips & Bins provides insight into the shifting sands of waste management laws that every business owner should vigilantly monitor. The Tightening Noose of Regulations The Fight Against POPs Starting in 2023, the disposal of upholstered furniture containing Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) underwent a significant change, mandating incineration over landfill disposal to prevent environmental and health risks. This shift affects businesses planning to The post Navigating the Maze of Waste Management Laws: A Business Imperative appeared first on Business Today","pubDate":"Mon, 01 Apr 2024 10:30:29 +0200","titre":"Navigating the Maze of Waste Management Laws: A Business Imperative","url":"https://businesstoday.news/navigating-the-maze-of-waste-management-laws-a-business-imperative/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-the-maze-of-waste-management-laws-a-business-imperative"},{"source":"Business Today","description":"Key Takeaways: Understanding the Significance of Bond Investments In the ever-evolving landscape of investment opportunities, one asset class continues to stand the test of time: bonds. Despite fluctuations in economic conditions, bond investments remain a cornerstone of diversified portfolios, offering stability, income, and resilience. Rezaah Ahmad, CEO of WiseAlpha, sheds light on the enduring importance of bond investments in today’s dynamic market environment. The CEO’s Insights: Why Bonds Matter More Than Ever Stability Amid Uncertainty “Investing in bonds remains crucial for investors and individuals, even with the UK’s lowest inflation and stable interest rates,” says Rezaah Ahmad. 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With its innovative AI-driven technology, Nethone revolutionizes cybersecurity solutions, setting new standards for combating fraudulent activities in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Nethone’s Triumph: A Testament to Innovation Amidst fierce competition from a global pool of contenders, Nethone clinched the coveted title of Best Fraud Prevention Company at the 2024 FinTech Breakthrough Awards. 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