A lawyer trusted ChatGPT to find legal cases. The problem? Those cases didn’t exist. Not in Westlaw. Not in Lexis. Not even in Narnia. ⚖️
In this video, we'll break down how generative AI creates fake “hallucinated” law, the real-world lawyers who got sanctioned for using it (like in the Mata v. Avianca and Wadsworth v. Walmart cases), and why “confidence isn’t competence” when it comes to legal research. We'll explain how AI works and the dangerous consequences for failing to verify its output.
What You’ll Learn in This Video: - How generative AI like ChatGPT actually works (and why it just “guesses”) - What “AI hallucinations” are—and why they’re so dangerous in law - Real cases where lawyers were sanctioned for citing fake cases - Why trusting AI without verification could lead to malpractice - The difference between confidence vs. competence in the courtroom
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⚖️ Welcome back! Unless, this is your first time here? If so, you're probably wondering: Who is Snapper Tams?
Snapper Tams is a dynamic leader in law, real estate, and education. As a senior litigation attorney, he represents clients in high-stakes business and commercial disputes, earning a reputation for strategic precision and creative problem-solving.
A gifted teacher, Snapper is a rising star content creator known for turning complex legal and real estate concepts into engaging, practical insights—translating “legalese” into “legal ease.” Through his blog, YouTube channel, and social media profiles, he breaks down contracts, business law, and property issues with humor and storytelling. His witty, bite-sized videos make learning both fun and memorable, resonating with entrepreneurs, investors, and homeowners seeking to make informed decisions while avoiding costly pitfalls. Whether in the courtroom, the real estate market, or online, Snapper is driven by a clear mission: to educate and empower others with knowledge, strategy, and confidence in navigating often-perilous legal, business, and real estate landscapes.
Beyond the courtroom, Snapper is a licensed Realtor with eXp Realty and an active member of GRID, a nationwide real estate investor network, where he provides legal insights on market trends, legislative changes, and real estate strategy. Blending legal expertise with real estate acumen makes him a trusted and sought-after advisor for investors, homeowners, and agents navigating complex transactions in the Northern Virginia market—including Loudoun, Fairfax, and Arlington Counties, as well as the City of Alexandria.
A graduate of Sierra Canyon School, Snapper was the school’s first football captain and inaugural editor-in-chief of the newspaper and yearbook. Snapper was honored at graduation as Sierra Canyon’s first-ever recipient of the prestigious Head of School award for exemplifying Sierra Canyon’s core values of excellence, integrity, community, independence, and perspective. He subsequently earned a bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Colorado College and a J.D. with honors from the University of Richmond School of Law, where his excellence in moot court and trial competitions earned him induction into the esteemed Order of the Barristers.
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