In Re State Farm Lloyds, Relator, Nos. 15-0903, 15-0905 (Tex. Sup. Ct. May 26, 2017)

Key Insight: Texas Supreme Court 7 part test for proportionality- benefit, case needs, amount in controversy, parties’ resources, issues at stake, importance of proposed discovery and other articulable factors. Brought Texas in line with FRCP.

Nature of Case: Homeowner Insurance Claim Litigation

Electronic Data Involved: Insurer Records

Keywords: Format of Production; Proportionality Factors

Identified State Rule(s): Rule 192.4; Rule 196.4