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In a digital age where much of our financial, personal, and professional lives exist online, an often overlooked question arises: what happens to those digital assets when we die? In a recent article, “What Happens to Your Online Accounts When You Die—And How to Make Sure Your Family Isn’t Left Scrambling,” Adam H. Douglas, writing for The Epoch Times (April 16, 2026), explores the growing importance of digital estate planning and offers practical steps to ensure loved ones are not left navigating a maze of inaccessible accounts and unresolved obligations.

Read the full article here: What Happens to Your Online Accounts When You Die—And How to Make Sure Your Family Isn’t Left Scrambling

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Recently, I had the distinct honor of being honored at the 2026 NJFO Gala for my service to the New Jersey Festival Orchestra—an organization that has long exemplified the power of music to enrich lives and strengthen community. What began as a commitment to board service evolved into a deeply meaningful journey of stewardship, collaboration, and advocacy for the arts. I am pleased to share the remarks I delivered on this occasion, reflecting on that experience and on the enduring importance of supporting cultural institutions in our communities.

My Remarks:

Good evening,

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As artificial intelligence rapidly enters the criminal justice system (shaping everything from policing strategies to judicial decision-making) the need for clear guidance has become increasingly urgent. Two recent publications from the Council on Criminal Justice provide a timely and authoritative response:

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During the week ending April 17, 2026 we have received listings of 19 Government and Administrative Law Summaries,  18 Constitutional Law summaries,  39 Criminal Law Summaries,   3 Intellectual Property Summaries,   1 White Collar Summary, ,and 3 Medical Malpractice  Summaries.  We plan is to continue posting opinion summaries, under corresponding areas of law, weekly whenever possible in order to keep blog readers updated.  To gain access to these case summaries, click on the corresponding links below:

Opinion Summaries Posted for Week Ending  April 17 ,2026

Criminal Law

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This new series on the Criminal Law Library Blog, Selected Law.com Alerts, curates and organizes notable legal developments drawn from Law.com’s daily alerts, with each post identified by date (e.g., Selected Law.com Alerts, April 14, 2026) and structured by topic for ease of reference. These entries are intended to highlight key issues, trends, and cases of interest to readers.  Please note that while summaries and references are provided, access to the full text of articles cited from Law.com requires an active subscription to that service.

ARTIFICAL INTELLIGENCE

NEW JERSEY

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During the week ending April 10, 2026 we have received listings of 20 Government and Administrative Law Summaries,  21 Constitutional Law summaries,  47 Criminal Law Summaries,   5 Intellectual Property Summaries, 2 Copyright Law Summaries   4 White Collar Summaries, ,and 1 Medical Malpractice  Summary.  We plan is to continue posting opinion summaries, under corresponding areas of law, weekly whenever possible in order to keep blog readers updated.  To gain access to these case summaries, click on the corresponding links below:

Opinion Summaries Posted for Week Ending  April 10 ,2026

Criminal Law

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The White House has released the Budget of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2027, offering a comprehensive statement of the administration’s fiscal priorities, policy direction, and economic assumptions. While the President’s budget is not binding law (Congress ultimately determines appropriations) it remains one of the most important primary source documents for understanding the trajectory of federal policy.

This post provides an overview of Issues addressed throughout the FY 2027 budget, followed by a discussion of why it matters across several key audiences.

Full Text of the Budget

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During the week ending April 3, 2026 we have received listings of 18 Government and Administrative Law Summaries,  34 Constitutional Law summaries,  44 Criminal Law Summaries,   3 Intellectual Property Summaries,  3 White Collar Summaries, , 6 Medical Malpractice  Summaries and 1 U.S. Supreme Court Summary. We plan is to continue posting opinion summaries, under corresponding areas of law, weekly whenever possible in order to keep blog readers updated.  To gain access to these case summaries, click on the corresponding links below:

Opinion Summaries Posted for Week Ending  April 3 ,2026

Criminal Law

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The “Fostering Stability in Aging” initiative, led by the ABA Commission on Law and Aging and the Commission on Homelessness and Poverty, is a specialized resource hub and advocacy effort. It aims to prevent homelessness and poverty among older adults by supporting legal professionals with research and tools to enhance access to housing, healthcare, and services….Across the country, older adults are the fastest-growing population facing housing instability and homelessness. Rising housing costs, fixed incomes, health challenges, caregiving burdens and increasing vulnerability to fraud are converging to create a crisis that is both urgent and, too often, unseen.

The American Bar Association Senior Lawyers Division (SLD), in partnership with the ABA Commission on Law and Aging and the ABA Commission on Homelessness and Poverty, is stepping forward with a coordinated, national response:

The Fostering Stability in Aging Initiative is designed to mobilize the legal profession—particularly experienced lawyers – to deliver practical, measurable solutions. It will:

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The March 30, 2026 issue of Information Insights, published by Association for Information Science and Technology, offers a timely snapshot of a profession in transition. From the growing centrality of artificial intelligence to the strategic implications of the ASIS&T SLA merger, this edition highlights how information professionals are redefining their roles in an increasingly data-driven and interconnected world. The selected items underscore a clear message: adapting to technological change while strengthening professional collaboration is now essential to the future of information science. The following includes a Synopsis of the March 30, 2026 issue for the convenience of some, followed by a link to the entire issue.

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The March 30, 2026 issue of Information Insights highlights a profession in transition, shaped by artificial intelligence, organizational consolidation, and a renewed emphasis on global collaboration and professional development. The newsletter blends association updates with broader trends affecting information science, libraries, and knowledge management.

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