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The Hidden Risks of Digital Hoarding - Episode 239
12:40
The Hidden Risks of Digital Hoarding – Episode 239
Qualifies for 13 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Storing data indefinitely feels like an asset for a knowledge-based profession like law – yet it creates serious liability and risk. Learn why in this episode.
The Five-Minute Post-Mortem - Episode 238
09:45
The Five-Minute Post-Mortem – Episode 238
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Fighter pilots and surgeons often implement Reflective Practice to minimize stress and avoid future mistakes. Legal professionals can employ a similar technique in just a few minutes. Learn how in this episode.
Extending Insurance After Departure - Episode 236
10:06
Extending Insurance After Departure – Episode 236
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Liability insurance can extend beyond a practitioner's departure from the profession, but there are limits. Learn about claims-based and occurrence-based policies, and how to ensure coverage continues for as long as necessary.
The Advantages of Self-Hosting - Episode 235
08:47
The Advantages of Self-Hosting – Episode 235
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. While the cloud has taken over data storage in many offices, storing information on premises provides benefits. Learn about the advantages, and how to maximize safety.
Why Operating System (OS) Permissions Are Important - Episode 234
10:08
Why Operating System (OS) Permissions Are Important – Episode 234
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Permission requests on devices occur so often that access is often granted without thinking. Those prompts are there for a reason. In this episode, learn why permission requests happen and why they are important to maintain security.
The Risks of Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Episode 233
10:32
The Risks of Agentic Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Episode 233
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Agentic AI - where AI agents can perform tasks with little or no supervision - promises big productivity gains for legal professionals. But there are significant risks to think about first.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Retainer Clauses - Episode 232
09:38
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Retainer Clauses – Episode 232
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. A core element of responsible AI use is informing clients when and how it is used. This episode looks at how to incorporate language into an engagement agreement to strengthen transparency.
Ransomware: The First 60 Minutes - Episode 231
08:23
Ransomware: The First 60 Minutes – Episode 231
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Ransomware continues to be a high risk for legal professionals, but immediate actions can make a huge difference. Learn what to do when a breach occurs and steps to take now to minimize damage.
Spotting Deepfakes - Episode 230
10:25
Spotting Deepfakes – Episode 230
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools mean that distinguishing between real and fake materials is no longer automatic. This episode provides some signs to help spot fictitious information, video and audio.
Improving Digital Accessibility - Episode 229
09:49
Improving Digital Accessibility – Episode 229
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Accessibility is often framed as helping those with disabilities, but it can increase comprehension and organization for everyone. Learn how in this episode.
Disconnecting - Episode 228
09:09
Disconnecting – Episode 228
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Being on call 24/7 feels productive but often leads to burnout and other mental distress. This episode provides tips to intentionally and effectively disconnect from work.
Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Prompting - Episode 227
11:37
Better Artificial Intelligence (AI) Prompting – Episode 227
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Although it still requires careful attention, generative AI can be a valuable support for legal services. It depends on good prompts. This episode looks at tips to improve results.
Using Search Effectively in Digital Files - Episode 226
10:49
Using Search Effectively in Digital Files – Episode 226
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Finding documents and information is a core legal skill, so common that it can be taken for granted. Learn about some easy changes to actions and process which can enhance digital searches.
Reducing Errors through Systems - Episode 225
10:07
Reducing Errors through Systems – Episode 225
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Mistakes are not always a personal failing as sometimes they reflect bad processes. Learn how creating or improving systems can minimize errors and help with risk management.
Demonstrating Technological Competence - Episode 224
12:10
Demonstrating Technological Competence – Episode 224
Qualifies for 13 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. There are still no cases on the duty of technological competence in the Codes of Professional Conduct (Lawyers and Limited Licensees), but understanding the potential scope is important. This episode examines some elements that may be significant.
Avoiding Limitation Date Failures - Episode 223
10:15
Avoiding Limitation Date Failures – Episode 223
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. While missed limitation dates sometimes result from forgetfulness, incomplete office systems can have a bigger impact. This episode features tips to minimize the risk of missing important deadlines.
Caring for Burnout - Episode 221
09:15
Caring for Burnout – Episode 221
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Episode 220 reviewed some indicators of burnout. This episode examines steps practitioners can apply to help manage this condition. 
The Dark Joke Behind a Critical Practice Issue - Episode 219
11:46
The Dark Joke Behind a Critical Practice Issue – Episode 219
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Practitioners sometimes joke about it, but accidents and illnesses can threaten a practice. This episode reviews how to start building a succession binder to prepare for the worst-case scenario.
Evil Kerning - Episode 218
06:09
Evil Kerning – Episode 218
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. A typesetting technique might seem like an odd cybersecurity risk, but evil kerning has entered the fray. Learn about this new attack method, as well as why effective kerning helps document readability.
The Deep Reach of Artificial Intelligence - Episode 217
12:27
The Deep Reach of Artificial Intelligence – Episode 217
Qualifies for 13 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Artificial Intelligence tools can eliminate traditional ethical screens or confidentiality protections, as an Ontario hospital learned in 2024. Find out how the breach occurred and why legal practitioners should take note. 
Cyber Insurance Obligations - Episode 216
11:50
Cyber Insurance Obligations – Episode 216
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. The mandatory insurance for Saskatchewan legal practitioners includes cyber-incident coverage, but some measures are required to attain protection. Learn the steps needed to ensure insurance is available when needed.
Dealing With One Star Reviews - Episode 215
10:28
Dealing With One Star Reviews – Episode 215
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. A poor online review encourages an immediate response that might be impulsive and conflict with professional ethics. Here are some elements to consider and include when responding. 
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome - Episode 213
11:42
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – Episode 213
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Many legal professionals incorrectly fear they are only a mistake away from being discovered as a fraud. This episode looks at imposter syndrome and how to combat it.
Password Myths That Should Go Away - Episode 212
07:38
Password Myths That Should Go Away – Episode 212
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Passwords are annoying, but necessary. Learn how discarding several myths about passwords can make things a little less irritating. 
Beyond Phishing - Episode 211
09:20
Beyond Phishing – Episode 211
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Phishing incidents are well known, but improved forms of the cyberattack are multiplying. Learn about how hackers leverage these new techniques and how to combat them. 
The Power of Micro-breaks - Episode 210
09:26
The Power of Micro-breaks – Episode 210
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Legal professionals work hard, but breaks are necessary for peak performance. This episode illustrates how to include brief pauses in a day to produce cognitive and health benefits. 
Doing Performance Appraisals Right - Episode 209
08:08
Doing Performance Appraisals Right – Episode 209
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Evaluating employees and other workers is critical, but too many appraisals are done poorly or not at all. This episode highlights how to replace the standard annual assessment with something that works better for everyone. 
The Mindful Inbox - Episode 208
11:04
The Mindful Inbox – Episode 208
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Email remains the backbone of business communication, but it can take over a workday without intentional processes. A mindful approach to email handling can alleviate stress and generate more efficient sharing of information with clients and colleagues.  
Staying Out of Hot Water - Episode 207
08:00
Staying Out of Hot Water – Episode 207
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Complaints filed against a practitioner, whether legitimate or not, are never pleasant to deal with. This episode reviews tips from a recent Law Society of Saskatchewan webinar that can help minimize the risk of facing a complaint. 
What is a Tabletop Exercise? - Episode 206
11:44
What is a Tabletop Exercise? – Episode 206
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics.  In a panic situation, such as a cyberattack, the most serious mistakes are often made within the first 10 minutes. Learn how preparation, in the form of a tabletop exercise, can help minimize the damage. 
Securely Sharing Files - Episode 205
08:11
Securely Sharing Files – Episode 205
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Online collaboration and sharing materials with clients and others have never been more common, but it takes care to protect information. Learn about popular sharing methods and understand which method is better in specific circumstances. 
The Power of Templates - Episode 204
08:18
The Power of Templates – Episode 204
Qualifies for 9 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Legal professionals are used to working with precedent documents, but simply changing details in existing materials can create confidentiality risks. Here is how to employ templates to save time safely. 
Avoiding Poor Client Intake - Episode 203
12:00
Avoiding Poor Client Intake – Episode 203
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Onboarding a new client may seem routine, but a poorly designed process can negatively impact almost all later stages of a file. Learn how to build an effective procedure and avoid common mistakes.
Why Limited User Accounts Are a Good Idea - Episode 201
10:52
Why Limited User Accounts Are a Good Idea – Episode 201
Qualifies for 11 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. While modern computers allow different access levels, most users have full administrator access. This episode examines why that can be a security risk, and how to set up a computer for safer, limited rights.
Building Service Recovery into Legal Services - Episode 200
11:03
Building Service Recovery into Legal Services – Episode 200
Qualifies for 12 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Making a mistake on a file can endanger the client relationship or, surprisingly, strengthen it if handled properly. This episode provides lessons from a famous hotel chain on effectively recovering from errors.
What is in Your Background? - Episode 199
07:46
What is in Your Background? – Episode 199
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Saskatchewan's Privacy Commissioner recently reported on a privacy breach where clients' personal information was disclosed through a social media photo. This episode reviews traps to watch for when using video conferencing and other online activities.
Do Not Ignore Updates - Episode 198
07:40
Do Not Ignore Updates – Episode 198
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. All software contains bugs, so updates and patches are a  necessity. Learn why these updates are important and how to install them without creating more problems.
The Mindful Business Charter - Episode 197
09:48
The Mindful Business Charter – Episode 197
Qualifies for 10 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. The Mindful Business Charter (MBC) is an initiative designed to help alleviate stress in the legal profession while promoting effective client service. Learn how the MBC's principles leverage cooperation between legal providers and customers.
Read Those Terms of Use - Episode 196
07:45
Read Those Terms of Use – Episode 196
Qualifies for 8 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. The price for "free" software is often information disclosure, which could include confidential client data. This episode highlights several common terms imposed by software products that can create issues for legal practitioners.
Recording Restrictions - Episode 195
06:44
Recording Restrictions – Episode 195
Qualifies for 7 CPD minutes, all of which qualify for Ethics. Recording conversations in Canada is restricted, but the Code of Professional Conduct adds another rule for lawyers. This episode examines that provision and its implications for practitioners.
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