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Big Data Challenges in eDiscovery (and How AI-Based Analytics Can Help)

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

It’s no secret that big data can mean big challenges in the ediscovery world. Data volumes and sources are exploding year after year, in part due to a global shift to digital forms of communication in working environments (think emails, chat messages, and cloud-based collaboration tools vs.

Canadian Securities Regulators Publish Sixth Report Regarding Women on Boards and in Executive Officer

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

In March 2021, the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) published the sixth Staff Review of Disclosure Regarding Women on Boards and in Executive Officer Positions.

A New Data Transfer Mechanism Is Available for EU Personal Data

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

New Set of SCCs for Data Transfers to Third Countries On June 4, 2021, the European Commission (EC) published its long awaited new set of Standard Contractual Clauses (New SCCs).

The Government’s Swift Response to Pipeline Cyberattack: Executive Order and TSA Security Directive

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

On May 10, 2021, the hacking group DarkSide succeeded in shutting down the Colonial Pipeline with a ransomware attack that highlighted the vulnerability of the U.S. energy sector to cyberattacks.

The Importance of Follow-Up/Oversight on Contract Provisions

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

Companies should be aware that even when they have a written contract that spells out the parties’ responsibilities, e.g., pay rent monthly, they need to monitor compliance with those responsibilities. Failure to do so – sloppy follow-up – can result in a “quasi-new agreement.”...

Accelerating Value Creation in Buy-side Carve-outs - Proven Strategic and Tactical Guidance for Rapidly Separating and Standing Up IT

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

For buyers, carving out an acquired business from its parent is a high-risk process that typically involves some form of business transformation in order to achieve the deal’s expected value within the investment horizon.

In Van Buren v. U.S., Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of CFAA, the Federal Anti-Hacking Statute

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

In Van Buren v. United States, the Supreme Court has issued its first ever opinion interpreting the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.

Summary Judgment Dismissed Because Damages Speculative Until Judgment Entered

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

The First District reversed the grant of summary judgment on statute of limitations grounds. The trial court held that plaintiffs had suffered injury and knew it when they paid fees to a new lawyer to correct the allegedly negligent lawyers work.

[Virtual Event] State of Litigation – Part 1 - June 9th, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm CT

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

Please join Lathrop GPM for our annual State of Litigation event, being held virtually for the second year. This free, three-part webinar series will explore the latest trends in litigation, risks facing companies today, and how to manage those risks....

NFT Domain Name Squatters: ICANN Rules UDRP Applies to NFTs

By EsqSocial Corporation 07/06/21

Nothing is safe from fraudulent activity, not even emerging NFTs (non-fungible tokens). While most domain owners are still learning about NFTs, cryptosquatters have been busily creating NFTs using well-known trademarks.

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