Hallmark cards, Inc. v. Monitor Clipper Partners, LLC, No. 08-0840-CV-W-ODS, 2013 WL 1155245 (W.D. Mo. Mar. 20, 2013)

Key Insight: Court held that ?scanning documents and converting computer data into readable format constitute copying within the meaning of section 1920(4)? but that ?costs associated with storing ESI are not recoverable?

Nature of Case: Misappropriation of trade secrets

Electronic Data Involved: Taxable costs related to ESI