In a recent episode, Tom Howerton once again graced Jdsupra viewers with his insight, this time extensively treating the impact of NIST 800-53 Rev. 5 on organizational cybersecurity. This latest rendition of security guidelines issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has expanded its sphere of influence to deal not just with…
Early on Tuesday, global law firm Dentons announced a surprise de-merger from its mainland China branch, Dacheng Law Offices. Effective from this month, Dentons will no longer operate as a combined entity with Dacheng. In an email alert to its clients, Dentons attributed the split to “an evolving regulatory environment for Chinese law firms in…
Global law firm Dentons is reportedly ending its association with Beijing Dacheng Law Offices. This notable split comes as a response to China’s newly implemented data privacy and cybersecurity regulations. Notably, this association previously brought thousands of lawyers under the Dentons banner, significantly expanding its global reach and areas of practice. The shake-up in this…
The intersection of privacy law and trade secret law has become a complex battleground in recent years as companies increasingly collect and use data about their customers. With this scenario, compliance with both laws evolves into a critical challenge for enterprises aiming to protect their intellectual property and the privacy of their customers, as pointed…
In an unexpected development, Dentons, one of the world’s most expansive law firms, has decided to terminate its merger with Dacheng, its mainland China arm. According to the details shared by Dentons with its clients during partner communications, the firm intimated that it will be “modifying its relationship with Beijing Dacheng Law Offices”. Under the…
A recently unfolding legal case in Florida has the potential to stir vigorous debates among law professionals across the globe. Specific intrigue stems from a federal judge’s scrutiny of special counsel Jack Smith’s tactics – particularly the use of a Washington, D.C. grand jury proceeding in the investigation of the classified documents case against former…
In this era of burgeoning technological advancements, we again find ourselves at the intersection of law and innovation, as artificial intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT permeate the mainstream. Today, these AI tools are used by billions globally, assisting with an array of personal and professional tasks. However, as is often the case with technology, these…
In the wake of the scandalous embezzlement case involving Girardi Keese, a proposal has been introduced that California banks are vehemently opposing. The proposal requires banks to release information regarding California attorneys’ client trust accounts to the state bar. However, banks counter that such an initiative would not only overburden them with additional work, but…
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the legal profession, particularly in electronic discovery (e-discovery), has brought new possibilities, as well as challenges, to legal professionals and corporate entities. One such AI technology making waves in the industry is OpenAI’s ChatGPT, an AI language model that has the potential to transform document review and…
The second quarter of 2023 has seen various developments in the domain of data privacy and cybersecurity including legislative measures and high-profile data breaches. An important focus has been the move to establish federal data privacy legislation in the U.S, an initiative that continues amid concerns surrounding the inadequacy of existing sector-specific laws. In a…
Defamation, both in its conventional and online forms, can have severe repercussions on personal and professional lives. As a pivotal part of any defamation lawsuit, proving the damages accrued due to untrue statements can be somewhat convoluted. The fact that an individual or corporation suffered from the defamation is evident; however, making that argument in…
In the rapidly evolving legislative landscape centered around consumer data privacy, Montana emerges as the latest state to take decisive action. Not only has Montana introduced the Consumer Data Privacy Act, but it has also recently passed the Genetic Information Privacy Act, marking a significant advancement in protecting the privacy rights related to consumer’s genetic…
In a continuous search for balance between privacy rights and corporate interests, international law has seen some major movements when dealing with the issue of data privacy. Two significant events recently caught the attention of the legal professionals and the corporations alike. The passing of Washington State’s My Health My Data Act (“MHMDA”) and the…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently updated its policy statement related to the law considerations applicable to state and local regulation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The original policy, issued back in 2015, was designed to control the escalating surge of state UAS regulations. In its latest effort, the FAA has demonstrated that federal preemption…
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to infiltrate numerous sectors, including law. Legal professionals have begun leveraging advanced technology to streamline operations and deliver efficient services. However, with this development, lawyers are now faced with the dilemma of negotiating contracts for AI services. This exposure emphasizes the need to be thoroughly aware of all aspects surrounding AI…
Over the past year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s actions have indicated its increased role in health privacy enforcement. The FTC has strategically led enforcement actions, policy statements, and regulatory changes aimed at scrutinizing the misuse of consumer health data and related types of information by companies. This has positioned the FTC as one of…
In a recent decision offering insight into the interpretation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Alabama dismissed a TCPA complaint against a sender of fax advertisements. The case in question, Boone’s Pharmacy, Inc. v. Ezrirx, LLC, dealt with the issue of whether a phone conversation…
In a recent turn of events, the Eleventh Circuit broke from its prior holding and published an en banc opinion that aligns it with other Circuits. The court ruled that a plaintiff who receives a single unwanted text message qualifies for Article III standing under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The decision was covered…
Oregon recently joined a growing list of U.S. states enacting comprehensive consumer data privacy laws, following the legislative stride of California, Colorado, Connecticut, Indiana, Iowa, Montana, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and Virginia. The new legislation, known as the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act, will come into effect on July 1, 2024. The law outlines new strictures around…
In the rapidly evolving era of digital health, many medical practitioners and healthcare providers are turning to artificial intelligence tools to streamline their operations and enhance patient care. Among these AI developments, ChatGPT, an advanced conversational AI developed by OpenAI, has been gaining attention for its potential application in the healthcare sector. ChatGPT’s impressive ability…
Generative AI, a sophisticated branch of artificial intelligence that’s rapidly making its mark in various industry sectors, is increasingly finding its place in law school curricula. In a bid to keep pace with technological advancements, a number of esteemed law schools are pioneering innovative programs and collaborations aimed at preparing future legal professionals to work…
The narrative surrounding the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (DPF) remains a cornerstone topic for businesses and law firms alike. With the growing reliance on digital platforms for conducting business and transferring data, the past several years saw many keeping a keen eye on developments pertaining to this framework, chiefly those moving data from the European…
During the 9th Annual General Counsel Summit in Sydney on August 7, 2023, general counsel from some of Australia’s leading corporations listed greenwashing, data breaches, and regulatory changes as their most pressing concerns. This discussion highlighted a sense of increased vigilance from regulatory bodies such as the Australian Securities & Investment Commission (ASIC) and the…
The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) has recently made public its first inquiry, where they have declared a review of the data privacy practices of manufacturers of “connected vehicles” and related technologies. As reported by Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP on JD Supra. The focus on ‘connected vehicles’ indicates the agency’s recognition of the increasing…
On July 31, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas granted, in part, and denied, in part, a preliminary injunction against the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). This injunction had been filed by a bank and two trade associations. Their purpose was to prevent the CFPB from enforcing its new final rule,…