New Rules for electronic discovery

The proposed new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure directed to electronic discovery take effect on Dec 1, 2006. With that date fast approaching, corporate counsel must become familiar with the nuances of the rules and the technology available to help with the often daunting task of collecting, review...

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Published in:Risk management 2006-11, Vol.53 (11), p.58
Main Authors: Boehning, H. Christopher, Twiste, Eric
Format: Magazinearticle
Language:English
Subjects:
Civil procedure
Data security
Electronic discovery
Federal regulation
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
Guidelines
Information management
Insurance companies
Insurance industry
Jurisdiction
Laws, regulations and rules
Litigation
Management
Obstruction of justice
Records management
Regulated industries
Regulatory compliance
Retention
Risk management
Scandals
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Summary:The proposed new Federal Rules of Civil Procedure directed to electronic discovery take effect on Dec 1, 2006. With that date fast approaching, corporate counsel must become familiar with the nuances of the rules and the technology available to help with the often daunting task of collecting, reviewing and producing electronically stored information (ESI). Before these rules take effect, consider the following: 1. Designate a point person. 2. Evaluate your ESI. 3. Ensure regulatory compliance. 4. Focus on your document retention policy. Spend time now reviewing your document retention policies and practices and your system for implementing and monitoring litigation holds.
ISSN:0035-5593