The so-called “modern attachments” found in emails, collaboration software platforms like Slack and MS Teams, and other digital formats are presenting interesting and frustrating challenges for legal professionals in terms of data collection, preservation, review, and production.
The recent In re Uber Techs., Inc. Passenger Sexual Assault Litig. case (and others) are highlighting the importance of properly handling modern attachments and addressing the challenges head-on, and early on in the process. There are unique issues that must be considered and resolved to avoid costly mistakes.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT:
What the Future Holds: Identify trends that illustrate where the issue is heading from a technology and best practices perspective.
Understanding “Modern Attachments”: Learn what the debate is all about, why hyperlinked files are so challenging, and how to prepare for discovery of them, including ESI Protocol negotiations.
What the Courts are Saying: Learn about recent Court rulings regarding hyperlinked files and how they should be treated in discovery.
Technology Considerations: Explore current technical challenges associated with modern attachments and current available solutions and approaches to address those challenges.
Panelists Include:
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