Category: Accountability & Ethics
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AI Hallucinations in Pennsylvania Courts Raise National Questions About Tech and Judicial Integrity
In Pennsylvania, judges face growing issues with “AI hallucinations” in legal filings, leading to fabricated case law and misquotes. A recent court exchange revealed the risks of unverified AI usage. This situation highlights a national concern about the balance between technological adoption and maintaining legal accuracy, threatening public trust and judicial integrity.
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Former Broome County Family Court Judge Denied New Trial in Federal Harassment Case
A federal judge upheld a jury’s verdict against former Broome County Judge Richard H. Miller II in a gender-discrimination case, denying his request to overturn the ruling. The jury found Miller liable for creating a hostile environment, awarding $200,000 to former court secretary Rachelle Gallagher and highlighting judicial accountability.