Case Study: Participant Presence Validation in Complex Slack Channel Histories
A Fortune 500 corporation was required to produce Slack channel communications to a government agency. The request was narrowly scoped to a specific date range, but some channels had a complex participant history — certain members had joined from the channel’s inception, while others left before the relevant messages were sent. The corporation’s legal team […]
Sandline’s Mindful Approach to Generative AI
Alexandria Smith – Sales & Marketing Intern Sandline remains at the cutting edge of technology and as GenAI becomes embedded in every corner of the digital landscape, it’s important to consider all aspects. Not just what AI can do, but what it costs to get there. That means looking beyond efficiency alone and considering the […]
My eDiscovery Reality Check
Alexandria Smith, Sales & Marketing Intern As an intern at Sandline, I came in thinking eDiscovery was just document review. I pictured myself spending hours scrolling through endless PDFs and organizing files day in and day out. But from my very first week, I realized how wrong I was. eDiscovery is strategic, tech-driven, and, honestly, […]
Scaling a Custom Chat Export Solution with ModernETL
When a client first brought us a custom chat export, we utilized custom scrips and internal processes t to convert undocumented XML data into fully functional RSMF files for review in Everlaw. That success proved feasibility. But the real test came later.
A Broad Look at AI Tools: Relativity aiR for Review
By: Rachel Fernandez, Director of Sales Engineering Many clients are asking questions about integrating generative AI technologies into their existing workflows. Existing tools like Relativity’s aiR for Review promise expedited review and classification of documents, with a low entry commitment. Most of the marketing emphasizes the ease of prompt drafting and its simple set up. […]
Coordinated Forensic Investigations in Joint Defense Groups
Joint Defense Groups (JDGs) are becoming increasingly common in complex litigation and regulatory matters. They allow multiple parties to collaborate on a unified defense strategy—sharing information, resources, and goals. For eDiscovery and forensic professionals, this collaboration introduces both opportunities and challenges. Successful coordination requires secure technology, defined roles, and rigorous planning. Here’s how forensic teams […]
Algorithmic Pricing & the RealPage Case
One of the hottest topics at this year’s ABA Antitrust Spring Meeting was algorithmic pricing—specifically, the case against RealPage, a rental software company accused of enabling landlords to coordinate rental prices using nonpublic data. The DOJ and ten state attorneys general have charged RealPage and its landlord clients with anticompetitive conduct. At issue is the […]
Smart Orchestration, Not Full Automation: AI in eDiscovery
By: Rachel Fernandez, Director, Sales Engineering In the ever-changing landscape of eDiscovery and legal technology, Artificial Intelligence tools are becoming increasingly prevalent. Vendors and platforms alike are quick to highlight the efficiencies and wonders of this accessible and exciting tech. Below, we unpack the common promises and real-world realities of using generative AI in eDiscovery […]
Proactive Review Management Delivers Cost-Effective, High-Quality Results
A client faced a large-scale, multiphase review of 336,000 documents and needed an efficient, accurate, and cost-effective approach to meet tight deadlines and uncover key individuals early in the process.
From Chat to Closure: Investigating Workplace Misconduct with ModernETL
When dealing with workplace misconduct, the clock is always ticking. Delays in identifying key individuals or reviewing relevant communications can jeopardize employee trust, legal outcomes, or both. The problem? Critical conversations are spread across email, Slack, texts, Teams, and personal devices. That’s where ModernETL comes in. The Challenge Whether it’s harassment, discrimination, or “bad leaver” behavior, […]