Jul 24, 2024
How can a simple backup error lead to a multi-billion dollar legal disaster? Are your law firm's data management practices putting you at risk of a costly legal blunder?
In today's rapidly changing digital landscape, law firms and large corporations face mounting challenges with data compliance and e-discovery requests. These challenges can lead to significant financial and legal repercussions, making effective data management practices not just beneficial but essential.
For law firms and large organizations, handling data correctly can make or break a court case.
In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, we welcome Curtis Preston, aka Mr. Backup, a Backup & Cyber Recovery Expert from S2|Data, a company specializing in e-discovery, digital forensics, and data restoration.
Curtis is here to demystify the complexities of e-discovery and explain how S2|Data helps large companies and legal entities navigate this crucial process efficiently. He sheds light on how to approach e-discovery, data restoration, and legacy data management effectively and inexpensively.
Did you know that Morgan Stanley lost a $2 billion judgment due to mishandling e-discovery from backup tapes?
Tune in to discover some of the pitfalls of e-discovery, how to avoid costly mistakes, and how S2|Data can simplify the process for any law firm, including yours!
In this episode of the Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg and Curtis discuss:
- How S2|Data differentiates itself in the e-discovery world
- Real-world examples of e-discovery gone wrong
- The challenges with traditional backup systems
- The Morgan Stanley case & what went wrong
- The role of law firms in e-discovery and their responsibilities
- Legacy Data Management: Understanding old formats and new technologies
- Preventative Measures: The benefits of preemptively using services like S2|Data
- The future of e-discovery, data restoration, and the role of AI
- The Departing Employee Defense program by S2|Data
- Practical advice for law firms on e-discovery, data restoration, legacy data, & more!
Key Actionable Takeaways for Law Firms:
Be Proactive Rather Than Reactive: Implement e-discovery solutions before litigation arises.
Leverage Experts: Partner with e-discovery specialists like S2|Data to avoid costly mistakes.
Understand Your Data: Familiarize your team with the types of data storage and formats used in the past and present.
Secure Forensic Images: Protect your company by securing data from departing employees.
Embrace Technology: Don't shy away from using advanced tools or services that can streamline your e-discovery process.
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Learn more about S2|Data LLC: https://s2data.com
Connect with Curtis Preston on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrbackup