This article traces the evolution of e-discovery from early amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure through landmark cases, influential thought leaders, and foundational frameworks like the Sedona Principles and EDRM. It highlights how digital transformation reshaped litigation and why understanding the past is vital to navigating today’s legal landscape.
As emotionally intelligent AI systems grow more prevalent, legal professionals must address new challenges in privacy, liability, and regulation. This article examines the legal and ethical risks of AI-mediated relationships and offers guidance for navigating this emerging landscape.
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.
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 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 and tech professionals.
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 smartphone data.
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.
The court in Orlando Health v. HKS Architects found the ESI Protocol binding even though it wasn’t entered as a court order. However, it denied a motion to compel based solely on the protocol, emphasizing the necessity of a Rule 34 request.
HaystackID today announces an important enhancement to its Remote Endpoint Analysis and Data Intelligence (READI) Suite with the availability of READI for Email. Initially introduced in October 2024, the READI Suite has established itself as a comprehensive solution for remote forensic investigations, offering advanced capabilities across cloud services, network environments, and endpoint systems. The addition of READI for Email extends these capabilities to email data triage, providing efficient, targeted email investigations without requiring complete data collection and processing.
ALM’s State of the Industry 2025 report, unveiled at Legalweek, highlights record profits for elite firms, growing structural pressures, and the transformative impact of agentic AI on legal service delivery. This article explores the data and implications for the broader legal ecosystem.
According to The General Counsel Report 2025, over two-thirds of general counsel are open to using generative AI across key legal functions. The report highlights rising comfort levels with AI, investment plans, and ongoing challenges around readiness and risk.
HaystackID has launched ReviewRight 3.0, enhancing its global managed review platform with mobile app connectivity, multilingual support, and cyber-specific testing. Designed for speed and precision, the upgrade redefines how legal teams deploy review talent.