Sale of Seized Computer at Public Auction did not Waive Privilege where Steps were Taken to Prevent Disclosure
Kyko Global Inc. v. Prithvi Info. Solutions Ltd., No. C13-1034 MJP, 2014 WL 2694236 (W.D. Wash. June 13, 2014)
In this case, the court addressed the question of whether privilege was waived by the sale of a seized computer at public auction. Balancing the relevant factors under Washington law, the court determined that the prior owner’s steps to protect her information by reformatting the computer and installing a new operating system coupled with defendants’ prompt efforts to remedy the error and considerations of fairness weighed against waiver. Read More