Electronic Discovery
/ɪˌlɛktrɒnɪk dɪˈskʌvəri/
Definitions
- (n.) The process of identifying, collecting, and producing electronically stored information (ESI) in legal proceedings.
The attorneys engaged in electronic discovery to gather relevant emails for the litigation.
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Commentary
Electronic discovery procedures must comply with specific rules to ensure proper handling of digital evidence and maintain admissibility.
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