Could The New Disclosure Pilot Scheme Help Save English Courts From A Brexit Slump?
Will the new Disclosure Pilot Scheme show London’s courts are still the best place for international litigants to resolve their disputes? With the first stage of Brexit negotiati
Avoiding the Risk of Supply Chain Compromise
Supply chain attacks remain one of the largest threats, leading to significant data breaches and increasing the potential for harmful business interruptions. In today’s modern wo
What are the challenges litigation support teams will be facing in the 2020s?
In mid-2018, almost every single employee in almost every country in the world has the equivalent of a 1990s supercomputer in their pocket (or handbag). Think about that for a seco
What are a Director’s Duties on Cyber Security?
With cybersecurity becoming an increasing threat to all organisations, how far should directors’ duties extend to mitigating the risks? Anyone who read the main newspaper headlin
Using eDiscovery to Manage Regulatory Requests for Information
Counsel dealing with regulatory requests must manage the risk of further investigations being triggered. eDiscovery methods and tools can assist with managing this risk. Requests f
The challenges of mobile/smart devices and eDisclosure
Are you aware of the growing importance of mobile/smart devices in the eDisclosure process? In early June 2018, the outgoing Director of Public Prosecutions, Alison Saunders, apolo
Are You Paying Attention To Your Social Media Cyber Security?
Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat – any business worth its salt utilises a smart, well-executed social media strategy to raise its profile and draw in new customers. But few
ENRC Appeal Due Soon – What Are The Implications for Litigation Privilege?
The debate over litigation privilege has taken another twist, with Eurasian Natural Resources Corporation (ENRC) filing a professional negligence claim against international law f
Predictive Coding In The Document Review Process
Since the infamous Jackson Reforms were implemented in April 2013, keeping costs ‘proportionate’ and exercising stringent case management, have been at the forefront of litigat
Why one should be outsourcing eDiscovery and litigation support
There are many reasons for outsourcing, no matter what the industry. Costs, efficiencies, external expertise or scaling are but some of the reasons. In the legal industry, the outs