Abstract: The present invention is a server-based translation protocol for improving translation performance for cases where a large number of documents are generated in a source language context but the controversies are adjudicated in a different language context. The protocol is intended to improve terminology consistency, offset the effects of contextual shift on perceived facts in translations, and improve task-tracking order. If the protocol is used by well trained and motivated document reviewers in a collaborative and harmonic environment, it can reduce unnecessary translations, improve translation accuracy, minimize the needs for amendments, control translation costs, and help the client significantly improve its litigation position.

Abstract: A versatile information management system allows users to configure web page configuration, navigation system, database tables, personal searchable pads, and can be configured as a static web site, a dynamic web site, a versatile data entry system, a real-time information sharing system, a training and leaning system, an investigative discovery system, and versatile electronic binder. The system is implemented with global editing capability, unique data validating scheme, archival method, interactive search and data-feeding function, standard sorting method, local and global search features, and phrase constructing function.

Abstract: An online computing system hosting a plurality of computing projects in the form of database records allows users to search computing projects by search keys, project ID or category names, conduct computation for found projects, and create new computing projects at client computers. Each computing job is performed by searching the database, selecting a computing project by clicking on one of the found links on the search result page, and providing data in a computing data input form for submission. A large number of computing projects can be created by a plurality of users on client computers.

Abstract: An online computing system hosting a plurality of computing projects in the form of database records allows users to search computing projects by search keys, project ID or category names, conduct computation for found computing projects, and create new computing projecs at client computers. Each computing job is performed by searching the database, selecting a computing project by clicking on one of the found links on a search result page, and providing data in a computing data input form for submission.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and system for accurately coding documents for a legal matter. The method, if used by experienced and motivated document reviewers, has the potential to dramatically improve adjusted review consistency, reduce coding errors, and produce the best review product. The method can also result in useful case history files, which are useful to litigation attorneys in every phrase of litigation including motion argument, merit trial, appeal, and future litigation.

Abstract: An identity search algorithm for identifying a plurality of identity data such as personal names and entity names that might exist in a table or file containing a large number of identity data in an investigative environment. The algorithm is intended to identify person and entities in the shortest time possible with an overly inclusive results. The core algorithm is used in an environment with a growing number of names in the table, and implemented with a web-based user interface, it can dramatically improve identity-searching efficiency and increase the chance to generate useful leads in typical discovery and investigation.

Abstract: The present invention is a server-based protocol for improving translation performance for cases where a large number of documents are generated in a source language context but their controversies are adjudicated in a different language context. The protocol is intended to improve terminology consistency, offset the effects of contextual shift on perceived facts in translations, and improve task-tracking order. If the protocol is used by well trained and motivated document reviewers in a collaborative and harmonic environment, it can reduce unnecessary translations, improve translation accuracy and legibility, minimize the needs for amendments, control translation costs, and help the client significantly improve its litigation position.

Abstract: The present invention is a method and process for accurately and efficiently coding documents in electronic discovery. The method, if used by highly experienced and motivated document reviewers in a collegial and harmonic environment, has the potential to increase adjusted review consistency, reduce coding errors, eliminate duplicate efforts, increase review speed, decrease the risks of exposure, and dramatically improve review performance. The method will also result in useful case history files, which are useful in every phrase of litigation, including motion argument, merit trial, appeal, and future litigation.

Abstract: An identity search algorithm for identifying a plurality of all identity data such as personal names and entity names that might exist in a table or file containing a large number of identity data in the investigative environment. The algorithm is intended to identify person and entities in the shortest time possible with an overly inclusive results. The core algorithm is used in an environment with a growing number of names in the name table, and implemented with a web-based user interface, it can dramatically improve the identity-searching efficiency and increase the chance to generate useful leads in typical discovery and investigation.

Abstract: A web-based information management system allows a group of users to collect, validate, and share data of unknown types and volume in real time over the Internet. The project work environment for a group can be created, modified, and reset instantly during any project life and between project life cycles by a plurality of methods without effecting system integrity and core functions such as data validation, searches and sorting, data preservation, data display feature, and productive data entry methods.

Abstract: An online computing system hosting a plurality of computing projects in the form of database records allows users to search computing projects by search keys, project ID or category names, conduct computation for found projects, and create new computing projects at client computer; and each computing job was done by searching the database, selecting a computing project by clicking on one of the found links on the search result page, and providing data in a computing data input form for submission.

Abstract: A versatile log system is disclosed for producing logs for documents or other objects. The system allows authorized users to configure a log table and at least one coupled table, validate log entries for the log table, and validate data records for the coupled table. When the system is installed with investigative identity data search algorithm, identity data processing algorithm, interactive data entry features, and phrase construction feature, it can significantly improve production efficiency and data accuracy.

Abstract: A discovery information management system, which can be easily configured, instantly reset, and run by project managers, is disclosed for use in discovery processes. The system allows users to post information on a discussion board, exchange email between members, add information to plural configurable database tables, validate information in different routes by different methods, move information between tables, share real-time information by using local search method, project-wide search method, and interactive data retrieving tools. The system also allows the users to process information by using interactive server pads, investigative identity data search algorithm, identity data processing algorithm, configurable interactive data entry tool, and phrase construction tool.

Abstract: An online file storage system having secure file drawer and safe is disclosed for securely storing and sharing confidential files. The system comprises a web-based user interface, tools for setting up server-side encryption method and client-side encryption method, tools for synchronizing encryption between different computers, tools for uploading files, tools for tracking files, tools for granting the right of access to files to the owner of other safes, and tools for generating authenticity certificate for proving the upload time and the substance of the files in a future time.

Abstract: The present invention is a method for accurately coding documents. The method, if used by experienced and motivated document reviewers, has the potential to dramatically improve adjusted review consistency, reduce coding errors, and produce the best review product. The method will also result in useful case history files, which are useful to litigation attorneys in every phrase of litigation including motion argument, merit trial, appeal, and future litigation.

Abstract: An online file lodging system or digital safe, which comprises plural safes or safe user accounts, is disclosed for securely storing highly confidential files. A user of the system can create an individual safe by using account management tool. The system has a web-based use interface, from which the user can upload files for storage with detailed tracking information, grant the right of access to the owner of another safe, and generate authenticity certificate for proving the uploading time and the substance of the file in a future time.

Abstract: A document-drafting system, including both desktop system and server-client system, uses one or more database tables which contains plural document-building blocks or document components. Through a user interface, a user can search for a document using plural search methods from the database, retrieve a set of document components as a complete document, delete any building block, select a building block from plural mutually exclusive building blocks, completely rewrite any block, search for a building block from a master database and add it to the existing building blocks, customize values for a list of words and phrases in the document. The system returns a presentable document after the user finally submits the edited document building blocks. The system also allows the user to combine plural documents and create cross-references between two documents.

Abstract: A negotiation system is disclosed for use in conducting formal and informal negotiations over any subject matter. The system has a web based use interface, which has a dialog board, a submission panel, and a status board. The parties in negotiation can use the web interface to use the server application to manage accounts, negotiation projects, negotiation parties, negotiation rules, history files, and email notification.

Abstract: In the present invention, there is provided an optical device comprising a multimode interference (MMI) optical waveguide section having a number of electrodes extending over at least a portion of the length of the MMI section, where the application of an electrical bias to an electrode causes a local change in effective refractive index of the MMI section, thereby causing light preferentially to propagate along a path defined by the configuration of said electrode. Whereas current injection has been demonstrated in the prior art, the present invention operates by the application of a reverse bias electric field, via suitably shaped electrodes, to locally increase the reflective index within part of the device. Thus the electrodes on the device are used to create new wave guiding paths, rather than to minimise mode coupling to crossover states, as is the case with prior art devices. The shape and extent of the induced waveguides can be controlled by the shape of the electrodes.