From the Preface:
“This paper has three major sections. The first introduces the basic concepts of electronic discovery and outlines the themes that will animate any approach to electronic document production. Some have suggested that our current laws and rules are sufficient to meet the needs of electronic issues; this section outlines why those laws and rules are not sufficient. The second section sets forth basic principles of electronic document production. These principles embody the consensus views of the Working Group participants and represent what we believe is a reasonable and balanced approach to the treatment of electronic data. The third section contains commentary on those principles, and expands the basic formulations of the principles into a more comprehensive analysis to address the presumptive rules and certain notable exceptions.”
Related Document: The Sedona Principles: Second Edition, Best Practices Recommendations & Principles for Addressing Electronic Document Production
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