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Authentication of Surveillance Video by Lay Witness Under Silent Witness Doctrine

E-Discovery LLC

Therefore, in his view, the evidence was not sufficiently authenticated. This method allows for authentication by the presentation of evidence describing a process or system that produces an accurate result. see The “Silent Witness” Theory of Authentication of Video Evidence (July 5, 2024). Lorraine v. 534, 542 (D.

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Social Media Evidence: What You Need To Know

Evidence at Trial

To best handle evidentiary questions about social media, litigators must understand the relevant evidentiary rules and their application. What Social Media Evidence? Starting with the obvious, information on social media certainly is evidence. Is Social Media Evidence Relevant? Is Social Media Evidence Authentic?

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[Educational Webcast] Faster Finds, Fewer Files: A Smarter Approach to Email Investigations

Complex Discovery

Editors Note: In the rapidly evolving digital investigation landscape, email remains a central and often complex evidence sourcecritical in legal discovery, cybersecurity incident response, and regulatory compliance audits.

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Blockchain and the Business of Digital Trust: Implications for Cybersecurity, InfoGov, and eDiscovery

Complex Discovery

For professionals navigating legal, regulatory, or investigative landscapes, understanding blockchain’s evolving capabilitiesfrom smart contracts to digital chain of custodyis no longer optional; it’s essential.

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2025 eDiscovery Processing Update: Tasks, Cost Data, and Spending Patterns

Complex Discovery

The objective is to transform raw digital material into usable evidence while maintaining accuracy, integrity, and efficiency. Processing involves reducing the volume of collected data, organizing it into reviewable formats, and applying quality control procedures.

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Precision Strikes and POW Captures: Ukraine Disrupts Russian and North Korean Operations

Complex Discovery

Furthermore, the preservation and management of digital evidence will be essential for ensuring accountability and compliance in the face of legal and geopolitical challenges. Disinformation campaigns and the need for secure international data-sharing underscore the importance of robust information governance frameworks.