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The case for digital identification

McKinsey

To secure personal data, rationalize online navigation, and boost financial inclusion, governments should embrace electronic IDs, write Anu Madgavkar and Olivia White in Project Syndicate.

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The Supreme Court’s Adopted Amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure: A Welcome Emphasis on Cooperative Case Management and Cost-Effective Discovery

The Energy Law

Together, the adopted amendments evidence the Court’s emphasis on promoting cooperative case management and reducing the delays and considerable costs often associated with the discovery process. All discovery is subject to the limitations imposed by Rule 26(b)(2)(C).

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Green Mortgages: Here’s What You Need to Know

Energy Refuge

Similarly, installation of newer versions of efficient electronic appliances can lead to much-needed savings. In case you are building a new house, you will have to apply for a normal mortgage loan then get an EEM loan as an add-on. A lender may offer multiple types of loan and in some cases all three.

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E-Discovery Update: Louisiana Third Circuit Affirms Defendant’s Authority to Govern Its Own E-Discovery Protocols

The Energy Law

The Third Circuit’s opinion in this case is the culmination of a year-and-a-half-long discovery dispute. In February 2022, Plaintiffs served their fourth set of discovery requests that included requests for electronically stored information (“ESI”). The Sedona Principles for Addressing Electronic Document Production, 19 Sedona Conf.

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Ethical Obligations in Technology Assisted Review

The Energy Law

If used correctly, TAR can result in drastic savings for clients in document-intensive cases and provide more accurate results. Competence includes at least a basic understanding of TAR in order to evaluate the appropriate document review method for each case and implement a protocol for electronically stored information.

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Ethical Obligations in Technology Assisted Review

The Energy Law

If used correctly, TAR can result in drastic savings for clients in document-intensive cases and provide more accurate results. Competence includes at least a basic understanding of TAR in order to evaluate the appropriate document review method for each case and implement a protocol for electronically stored information.

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Maritime Industry COVID 19 Update

The Energy Law

Finally, the AWO recommends the development of a “written outbreak management plan” that contains information to track and identify suspected cases and the locations of sick crewmembers, cleaning procedures, etc. Declarations of Security and Inspection are now able to be submitted electronically after a remote visual conversation.