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July’s Notable Cases and Events in E-Discovery
This article highlights notable e-discovery cases and events from July 2024, including amendments to Local Rule 26.2(c) and key court decisions impacting e-discovery.
Agreement in ESI Protocol to Provide a “Metadata-Only” Privilege Log Was Enforced
In Linet Americas, Inc. v. Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc., 2024 WL 3425795 (N.D. Ill. Jul. 15, 2024), the court enforced an ESI Protocol that called for a “metadata-only” privilege log, even though the producing party redacted...
Mediation of Discovery Disputes by Court’s Law Clerk?
Judicial law clerks mediating discovery disputes offer an informal resolution method, but concerns about confidentiality and mediator qualifications persist. Explore how different courts handle discovery disputes and potential alternatives.
The Standard for In Camera Review of Assertedly Privileged Documents
In Willoughby v. Govt’. Employees Insurance Co., 2024 WL 3183860 (M.D. Fl. June 26, 2024), the court explained the standard governing requests for in camera review. While there were several motions and cross-motions, on the in camera review issue, the court...
The Federal “Official Information” Privilege
Explore the complexities of the federal “official information” privilege, as demonstrated in Hipschman v. County of San Diego, 2024 WL 3206909 (S.D. Cal. June 26, 2024). This case highlights the privilege’s application and requirements, offering...
Recent Example of a Valid Effort to “Meet and Confer” to Resolve Discovery Disputes
Explore how the Jenkins v. Miller case exemplifies the necessary efforts to meet and confer in good faith to resolve discovery disputes, underscoring the importance of cooperation as required by local and federal rules.