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AI in Legal Research: Boon or Bane?

July 9, 2026

The article discusses recent rulings from Indian and UK courts regarding the use of AI in legal research, emphasizing the need for verification of AI-generated information.

Issues Surrounding AI in Legal Research

This article reviews emerging judicial perspectives on the utilisation of Artificial Intelligence in legal research, particularly following rulings from Indian and UK courts. The courts have stressed the importance of verifying AI-generated content and rejecting reliance on potentially fabricated judicial precedents.

Judges have cautioned against the inherent risks in unvalidated AI outputs that could mislead legal practitioners. They emphasize that while AI can enhance efficiency, it cannot replace due diligence and critical evaluation of sources.

For legal practitioners, this serves as an important reminder to maintain rigorous standards in research practices. Lawyers should ensure that AI tools are used judiciously, supplementing but not replacing traditional research methodologies.

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