Umbrella orders are written for many purposes, but only one purpose is central to their existence. Putting their selling points to one side, umbrella orders are written and proposed to conceal evidence without having a judge determine good cause for the nondisclosure. Stipulated blanket secrecy orders are written and proposed by parties, it is crucial to recall. If and when the judge signs off on those stipulated blanket secrecy orders in a lawsuit, the parties replace the judges in making decisions about concealing discovery and other evidence. "These orders are often blanket in nature, and allow the parties to determine in the first instance whether particular materials fall within the order's protection."[1]
[1] Shane Grp., Inc. v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mich., 825 F.3d 299, 305 (6th Cir. 2016). See generally 8 Jay E. Grenig & Jeffrey S. Kinsler, Wis. Practice Civ. Discovery § 1:42, Procedure for Obtaining [Protective Orders], (2d ed., July 2018 Update); 8A Charles Alan Wright & Arthur R. Miller, et al., Fed. Practice & Proc. Civ. §§ 2035 Procedure for Obtaining Protective Orders & 2044.1 Modification of Protective Orders (3d ed. April & August 2018 Updates).
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