Attorneys for plaintiffs are attempting to forge a brand new cause of action against universities, based on a long-standing law regulating videotape service providers, according to a recent episode of the podcast DSIR Deeper Dive. This exploration forms part of an ongoing analysis of implications from the 2023 Data Security Incident Response Report (DSIR). The report itself offers insights and metrics derived from over 1,160 incidents that occurred in 2022.
DSIR Deeper Dive is a series that delves into privacy litigation, among other critical legal matters. For legal professionals in corporations and law firms alike, comprehending the evolving landscape of privacy litigation is imperative. The engagement of older legislation, specifically those governing videotape services, illustrates the creative strategies applied by plaintiff’s attorneys in their quest to assert accountability and recover damages.
The burgeoning cause of action is significant in light of the increasing number of lawsuits against universities related to alleged mishandling of sensitive personal data. Universities are wealth hubs of personally identifiable information and therefore a common target in data breaches.
For any questions, comments or further discussions related to privacy litigation and the implications of the DSIR, BakerHostetler representatives can be reached at bwanger@bakerlaw.com and jcgriswold@bakerlaw.com. It’s through these analyses of incident data and the consequent legal actions that we can both develop a clearer picture of the current situation and prepare for likely future scenarios.