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An ESI Protocol Saved the Day for the Discovering Party
In a key discovery ruling, the Eastern District of New York emphasized the power of an ESI Protocol in compelling compliant document production. The court ordered reproduction of unsearchable PDFs and rejected the excuse of...
HSR Filings Fall Sharply in March 2025, Lowest Monthly Total Since Early Pandemic
In March 2025, HSR filings plummeted to 89—marking a five-year low—as new FTC and DOJ regulations introduced stricter reporting standards, higher thresholds, and increased fees. Legal challenges and market uncertainty have further contributed to this...
Order Granting In Camera Review of Work Product Claim
In Hall v. Baltimore Police Dept., the court authorized in camera review of documents from the Mid-Atlantic Innocence Project to resolve disputes over opinion versus fact work product protection. The decision emphasizes proper privilege assertions...
Weekly Letter to Our EDRM Global Community – 15 April 2025
This week’s EDRM community update covers recent blog posts, upcoming webinars, recent podcasts, and important announcements. Stay engaged with the EDRM community for the latest insights and support.
Everything a Corporate Legal Team Needs to Know About eDiscovery
If your legal department handles complex litigation or regulatory matters, you already know that eDiscovery is more than a back-office function – it’s a critical business risk that touches data governance, compliance, IT, and outside...
Motion to Compel Searching of BYOD Devices – Defendant’s Information Governance Policy Determined Outcome
In Allergan v. Revance, the court denied a motion to compel searches of employee BYOD devices, citing Revance’s clear policies limiting access and control. The ruling emphasizes how well-defined governance policies can influence discovery outcomes.
The Pulse of Progress: Inside the Q1 2025 Update of Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Buyers Guide
The Q1 2025 update of Andrew Haslam’s eDisclosure Buyers Guide highlights an evolving eDiscovery market with 15 new vendors and strong user engagement. Backed by ComplexDiscovery and EDRM, this trusted resource continues to inform legal...
Texas Upholds Narrow Geofence Warrant After Melee Resulted in Murder
In Wells v. State, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals upheld a narrowly tailored geofence warrant used to identify suspects in a deadly home invasion, emphasizing its compliance with Fourth Amendment standards. The decision contributes...
From Texts to Trials: The Impact of Mobile Data on eDiscovery Today
Mobile data is increasingly central to modern eDiscovery, with courts confronting complex issues of privacy, preservation, and proportionality. This article explores landmark cases and recent rulings that demonstrate the evidentiary power and legal implications of...
No Privilege Log is Necessary in Limited Circumstances When Discovery Requests Are Overbroad
In Hall v. Baltimore Police Dept., the court applied an exception to the privilege log requirement where discovery demands were overbroad and burdensome. This article examines how courts weigh categorical objections and privilege claims in...
French Competition Authority Fines Apple €150 Million Over ATT Framework and Market Dominance
Apple faces a €150 million fine from the French Competition Authority for allegedly using its ATT framework to distort competition. The ruling highlights growing tensions between privacy protections and fair market practices, impacting legal and...
“It Ends With Us”
In Lively v. Wayfarer Studios, the court addressed the scope and intrusiveness of subpoenas issued by Blake Lively for phone records. While modified, the subpoenas were deemed overly broad and intrusive, leading to a partial...