The Sievert decision reignites a long-standing dispute over whether Rule 34(b)(2)(E) mandates document correlation for ESI. While the majority rule says yes, the article proposes a metadata-based alternative that balances efficiency and fairness.
Managing eDiscovery projects shares surprising similarities with home improvement. From vetting vendors to setting budgets, here are five practical lessons to improve your next eDiscovery matter.
This week’s EDRM community update features recent blog posts, upcoming webinars, notable podcasts, and key announcements. Stay engaged with the EDRM community for the latest insights and support.
In Bouie v. Alzayadi, the court issued a pointed order detailing discovery ground rules, emphasizing cooperation and warning of sanctions for noncompliance.
In the thirty-first episode of EDRM Trusted Partner, HaystackID's monthly podcast series, Jeff Fleming, Managing Director for our wonderful Trusted Partner, HaystackID sits down with Kaylee & Mary to talk about his journey into cybersecurity, and HaystackID. Our conversation centered cyber resilience and "left of breach" activities that can protect an organization since it is no longer when an organization will be breached, it is when will they be breached again, highlighting some of the proactive work HaystackID is doing with Tik-Tok. As always, we concluded with a fun fact about our multi-talented guest.
Generative AI is reshaping trust and accountability in the digital landscape, leading to the emergence of the AI Risk-Mitigation Officer role. This strategic position blends technical, regulatory, and ethical expertise to proactively manage AI risks, driven by EU regulations and U.S. compliance demands. The role focuses on ensuring responsible AI deployment without stifling innovation, emphasizing risk audits, incident response, and stakeholder communication. As AI introduces significant operational risks, the demand for Risk-Mitigation Officers grows. These professionals are crucial in balancing regulatory compliance with technological advancement, safeguarding against failures while facilitating the responsible use of AI systems, ultimately shaping future job landscapes.
Attorney, award-winning blogger, and AI expert Ralph Losey's curated and vetted podcast features his Anonymous Podcasters as they do a deep dive on Ralph's EDRM blog post titled "Navigating AI's Twin Perils: The Rise of the Risk-Mitigation Officer".
In a discovery battle over $24 million in damages, the court imposed an ESI protocol in Everlast Roofing v. Wilson, mandating cost sharing, TAR-based sampling, and a unique clawback for irrelevant documents—highlighting the perils of dysfunctional discovery and the judiciary’s role in restoring order.
President Trump’s signing of the GENIUS Act introduces sweeping regulatory changes for stablecoins, redefining how legal professionals approach discovery, compliance, and information governance in blockchain-based environments.
A Nevada federal court ordered a forensic exam after finding bad faith discovery conduct in PlayUp v. Mintas. The decision explores when forensic inspections are justified under Rule 34(a)(1).
This week’s EDRM community update features recent blog posts, upcoming webinars, notable podcasts, and key announcements. Stay engaged with the EDRM community for the latest insights and support.
When a young lawyer found a $20 bill, he faced a simple yet profound ethical choice. Decades later, Hon. Judge Ralph Artigliere (ret) compares his human decision to AI's analysis, revealing why empathy, intuition, and context still matter in legal judgment.