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HSR Transactions Reach 218 in August 2024: What It Means for eDiscovery

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Editor’s Note: This article examines the rise in Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act transactions in August 2024, reaching 218 deals—the highest since November 2023. For instance, the retail sector may scale back legal spending in response to declining consumer confidence, limiting their ability to manage compliance and litigation efficiently.

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June 2024 HSR Transactions, Economic Indicators, and Their Impact on eDiscovery

Complex Discovery

Additionally, we examine the impact of Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) on legal budgets and eDiscovery spending. By examining these interconnected factors, legal professionals can better understand and address economic pressures, manage risks, and leverage opportunities in support of their organizations and clients.

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No mean feet obtaining a discovery order – Manolo Blahnik Worldwide Limited v Estro Concept Pty Limited

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Justice Markovic recently presided over an application for preliminary discovery that was sought after allegedly counterfeit MANOLO BLAHNIK shoes were found to be sold in a Sydney boutique store. No progress was made after several rounds of correspondence between lawyers, which led to the commencement of proceedings seeking discovery.