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Judges Bar Lawyers for 2 Years Over AI Hallucinations in Court Case

In a bizarre case involving a dispute between Tom Withers and the city of Aberdeen, both sides' lawyers relied on hallucinating AI for citations, leading to a judge barring them for 2 years and fining all parties involved. The incident highlights the risks of unverified AI use in legal research. The case has been halted for 60 days, requiring both parties to find new counsel.