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E-Discovery Policy Announced
Published January 6, 2023
The E-Discovery Policy, approved and signed by President Tripathi, is available in the University Policy Library.
Overview
The University at Buffalo is committed to operating to the highest ethical and legal standards. Complying with federal and state laws regarding preservation of documents, whether electronic or in any other form, in connection with a legal dispute is an important aspect of this commitment. Upon notice that a lawsuit has commenced against the university, or upon reasonable anticipation that a lawsuit may be brought, the university and its relevant personnel are under a legal duty to preserve all Electronically Stored Information (ESI) related to the legal dispute.
Applicability
This policy applies to all university officers, employees, agents, and authorized users who use electronic storage systems and programs.
Guidance
Questions can be directed to the Records Management Officer at 716-645-1786 or carriewo@buffalo.edu.