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E-Discovery LLC - Request to Appoint Neutral Forensic Expert Denied as Speculative and Unsupported by Michael Berman

Request to Appoint Neutral Forensic Expert Denied as Speculative and Unsupported

In Rivera v. Costco, the court denied a request for a neutral forensic expert, finding the claim speculative and unsupported. The ruling emphasized that courts should be cautious when ordering forensic investigations without credible evidence of misconduct.

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E-Discovery LLC - E-Discovery Vendor’s Contract by Michael Berman

It is Important to Understand an E-Discovery Vendor’s Contract

The Supreme Court of Alabama emphasized the importance of understanding vendor contracts in Digital Forensics Corporation, LLC v. King Machine, Inc. The case showcases how arbitration clauses can impact litigation and highlights key considerations for selecting e-discovery providers.

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Court Appointed a Special Master to Negotiate ESI Protocol

In UMG Recordings, Inc. v. Uncharted Labs, the court appointed Hon. James C. Francis (ret.) as a Special Master to mediate ESI Protocol disputes, facilitate settlement efforts, and expedite the case. This decision highlights the growing reliance on court-appointed neutrals for efficient e-discovery management.

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Does Every “Hit” on a “Hit Report” Have to be Produced? by Michael Berman - E-Discovery LLC

Does Every “Hit” on a “Hit Report” Have to be Produced?

Courts often allow parties to review documents for relevance before production, even when a document is flagged in a "hit report." This article discusses the legal nuances of hit report relevance in discovery, including how parties can refine search protocols to ensure proportionality and avoid overproduction.

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Exterro Expands Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth in the Data Risk Management Market

Exterro Expands Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth in the Data Risk Management Market

Exterro announces the addition of Jim Cox as Chief Revenue Officer and John Vincenzo as Chief Marketing Officer to strengthen its leadership team. These appointments are part of Exterro's strategy to accelerate data risk management market growth and expand its partner ecosystem.

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E-Discovery LLC - Court-Ordered Production of a “Destruction/Unavailable” Log by Miachel Berman

Court-Ordered Production of a “Destruction/Unavailable” Log

In Leprino Foods Co. v. Avani Outpatient Surgical Center, the court compelled the production of a "destruction/unavailable" log. This decision raises questions about the necessity and practicality of such logs in discovery and the need for clear rules-based authority to request them.

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