Neil Katz, Cofounder and COO of EyeLevel.AI, refuted these claims, stating that the AI was trained specifically on the trial transcripts and provided accurate analysis. He also denied any financial relationship with Kenner beyond their professional engagement. This case follows a previous incident where two New York lawyers were fined for using AI to write bogus legal documents. Michél, who is facing up to 20 years in federal prison, is currently seeking a retrial.
Key takeaways:
- Prakazrel “Pras” Michél, a convicted rapper, alleges that his former lawyer used an experimental AI tool to write his closing argument, which he believes cost him the trial.
- The AI tool, called EyeLevel.AI, was used to produce research and analysis for the legal team based on the trial transcripts. However, Michél's defense claims the lawyer had a financial stake in a partner company of EyeLevel, which influenced his decision to use the tool.
- Neil Katz, Cofounder and Chief Operating Officer of EyeLevel.AI, denies these allegations, stating that their technology did not produce inaccurate information and that they have no financial relationship with the lawyer or the partner company.
- This case adds to the growing concerns about the use of AI in legal proceedings. Earlier, two New York lawyers were fined for using AI to write bogus legal documents.