About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of AI on the legal system and the rise of pro se cases overwhelming the courts.
AI has made it infinitely easier for anyone who can’t afford a lawyer, can’t get one, or doesn't want one to file a lawsuit and pro se cases are skyrocketing. But the wins haven’t followed and courts are starting to get overwhelmed with new AI filings. Today on the show, what happens when AI gets its day in court. Your Next Listen — Most People Can’t Afford Legal Help. 1 Reformer Wants To Change That Connect with The Indicator — Sign up for The Indicator’s brand new newsletter — Buy the Planet Money book — Find our socials, YouTube and more ! — For sponsor-free episodes, subscribe to NPR+ Fact checking by Sierra Juarez . See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy
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Host: NPR
Topics covered
- AI
- legal system
- courtroom
- pro se cases
- lawsuits
- access to justice
Keywords
- AI
- courtroom
- lawsuit
- pro se
- legal help
- access to justice
- NPR
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Organizations: NPR, Planet Money
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