In a recent Key Discovery Points video, ediscovery expert Doug Austin demonstrated the importance of ediscovery metadata when a simple iPhone photo provided critical insights into a hit-and-run incident. After becoming the victim of a hit-and-run (where he was not in the car) in a restaurant parking lot, Doug discovered that a good Samaritan’s iPhone…
read moreProtecting Privilege Series / Part Three of Three We’ve explored why privilege protection matters in Part 1 of this blog series and examined what happens when it fails in Part 2. Now let’s talk about solutions. While technology created many of these risks, it can also solve them. With the right precautions and workflows, you…
read moreProtecting Privilege Series / Part One of Three In today’s digital-first legal world, safeguarding attorney-client privilege is more challenging than ever. This first part explores the high stakes of privilege protection, why the rules differ across jurisdictions, and what’s at risk when even one mistake is made. Picture this: You’re in the middle of a…
read moreLast year, Brett Burney (Nextpoint), Kelly Twigger (Minerva26), and Doug Austin (eDiscovery Today) unpacked the thorny issue of hyperlinked files in ediscovery. The conversation was so impactful that we brought the same expert panel back for part two – diving deeper into what’s changed, what’s new, and what still makes hyperlinked files such a challenge.…
read moreHyperlinked files are one of the trickiest issues in modern ediscovery. This blog pulls from four Key Discovery Points videos with Brett Burney of Nextpoint and Doug Austin of eDiscovery Today, highlighting how courts are grappling with hyperlinked files and what legal teams need to know to stay compliant. Untangling Hyperlinked Files in eDiscovery The…
read moreThis blog, originally published on The Dispute Resolver, the ABA Construction Forum‘s blog, explores how Early Case Assessment (ECA) can give lawyers a crucial advantage in construction disputes. From uncovering relevant evidence quickly to maximizing insurance coverage, thoughtful ECA helps balance costs and strategy from the start. Getting Ahead of the Evidence It’s hard to…
read moreThis blog, originally published on The Dispute Resolver, the ABA Construction Forum‘s blog, explores key ediscovery best practices to streamline arbitration and manage ESI efficiently. Best Practices in eDiscovery from the AAA When you’re heading down the path toward litigation or arbitration, you have to collect and manage documents and files. These can be emails,…
read moreArtificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of legal practice. In our Key Discovery Points video series, Brett Burney and Doug Austin unpack recent case law, court rulings, and real-world examples to reveal what lawyers need to know when bringing AI in legal practice into the courtroom and beyond. AI’s New Era in Law Artificial intelligence…
read moreThe legal landscape is constantly evolving, and staying ahead means learning from the wins, losses, and cautionary tales that emerge from courtrooms across the country. That’s where our Key Discovery Points video series comes in – offering real-world discovery lessons from two of the most trusted voices in ediscovery. What the Courts Are Teaching Us…
read moreWe all know the stereotype that lawyers are technologically illiterate – but is it true? Andy Greene, Managing Partner at Nextpoint Law Group, shares his thoughts on lawyers and tech. If you attend a presentation on legal tech, there’s a good chance that at least one of the panelists will make a joke about how…
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