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Justice Reimagined: The AI Revolution in Law
Reconciling Ethical Imperatives with Technological Advancements in Legal Practice
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The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into the legal field has sparked a profound discourse on the philosophical and ethical implications of automated decision-making in legal contexts. As AI technologies become increasingly prevalent in the legal system, traditional frameworks of justice and accountability are being challenged, necessitating a reevaluation of fundamental legal principles and ethical standards.
The potential benefits of AI in enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of legal services are juxtaposed against significant ethical dilemmas. These concerns encompass issues of bias, transparency, and the moral status of AI entities. Scholars grapple with fundamental questions about the appropriateness of allowing AI systems to make consequential decisions affecting human lives, as well as the necessity of human oversight in these processes…
