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FOCUSED DIGITAL EVIDENCE PRESERVATION

Why Early Evidence Handling Matters

Focused exclusively on defensible documented evidence handling and acquisition for legal and insurance-related matters. Engagements begin by email to ensure written scope, authorization, and handling instructions before any work starts.

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Early preservation reduces the risk of data loss, spoliation disputes, and incomplete records. Properly scoped evidence collection ensures that original data sources remain intact while defensible working copies are created for review or disclosure.

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Helpful pages for attorneys, insurers, and compliance teams.

Defensible Evidence Documentation for Legal and Insurance Matters

What You Receive

  • Chain-of-Custody Record (PDF)
  • Acquisition Log and Handling Notes
  • Hash Verification Record (where applicable)
  • Storage / Device Metadata Sheet (where applicable)
  • Delivery Manifest and Verification Outputs

Documentation is produced contemporaneously and maintained in accordance with defined handling procedures. These records are commonly used to support internal review, insurance claims handling, and legal preservation obligations. No legal analysis, content interpretation, or evidentiary conclusions are provided.

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If you’re deciding whether you need early-stage preservation or later expert work, see: Evidence Preservation vs. Forensic Analysis.

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