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Protocols and Pitfalls for Leveraging Technology
With Magistrate Judge Andrew Peck's declaration in Da Silva Moore v. Publicis Groupe, 11 Civ. 1279 (S.D.N.Y. 2012), that “computer-assisted review is an acceptable way to search for relevant ESI in appropriate cases,” counsel using the technology must consider a variety of factors in determining whether a particular case is a strong candidate, and how to incorporate it effectively. (A PDF of the Opinion and Order can be found at bit.ly/IialKX.)
This article highlights a series of best practices for litigants to consider in their trial strategy discussions, as well as a description of the challenges they are likely to face.
New York's Latest Cybersecurity Commitment
On Aug. 9, 2023, Gov. Kathy Hochul introduced New York's inaugural comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. In sum, the plan aims to update government networks, bolster county-level digital defenses, and regulate critical infrastructure.
Law Firms are Reducing Redundant Real Estate by Bringing Support Services Back to the Office
A trend analysis of the benefits and challenges of bringing back administrative, word processing and billing services to law offices.
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Risks of “Baseball Arbitration” in Resolving Real Estate Disputes
“Baseball arbitration” refers to the process used in Major League Baseball in which if an eligible player's representative and the club ownership cannot reach a compensation agreement through negotiation, each party enters a final submission and during a formal hearing each side — player and management — presents its case and then the designated panel of arbitrators chooses one of the salary bids with no other result being allowed. This method has become increasingly popular even beyond the sport of baseball.