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Quick Check is an artificial intelligence-based tool that can be used to find weaknesses in an opponent's brief or to double-check your own research to make sure that you did not miss any relevant caselaw. Westlaw has put together training resources showing you how to use Quick Check.
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Westlaw Edge provides a number of litigation analytics tools that allow you to perform research on opposing counsel, a particular judge, a law firm or attorney, or particular courts.
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Statues and regulations compare allow you to compare two versions of a statute and regulations.
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