The UK government is one step closer in solidifying its stance on data sharing between the UK and the US, and has presented regulations to establish a UK-US data bridge before Parliament. Known officially as the ‘UK Extension to the EU-US Data Privacy Framework’, this proposition greenlights the flow of personal data from the UK…
With an increasing spotlight on data privacy, both globally and within the United States, several New England states have taken the initiative in considering the adoption of comprehensive consumer data privacy legislation. The norm of sector-specific and activity-specific models for US privacy regulation is undergoing a rapid transformation, reflecting a growing awareness of the significant…
The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), also referred to as Proposition 24, came into effect on January 1, 2023. Don’t expect a total revision of the existing landscape, rather, it supplements the existing California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The CPRA takes the data privacy rights of California consumers, initially established by the CCPA, a few…
In the rapidly evolving legal tech world, legal professionals are being provided with cutting-edge tools to not only enhance their existing law practices but also to create new realms of business. Traditionally, technological tools were designed to merely assist lawyers in their practice, just as primitive tools facilitated hunters to elevate their hunting skills. However,…
Privacy policies aren’t just a formality anymore; in today’s age of growing data-conscious consumers and tightening privacy regulations, they’ve become a must-have for every digital entity, especially business websites. So, if you thought it was just a link sitting idle in the footer of your website, it’s time to revisit your understanding of the issue….
In recent years, an ever-growing number of consumer privacy laws have been enacted in states throughout the U.S. The dynamic state of these laws present ongoing challenges for companies, particularly those operating across multiple states.As this continuously evolving landscape presents seemingly ceaseless updates and modifications, it becomes vital for in-house legal teams within multinational corporations…
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly prevalent in modern workplaces, corporates and law firms are facing both exciting opportunities and important legal considerations. A recent article from Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP on JDSupra highlights how AI’s capacity to enhance productivity, automate routine tasks, and potentially improve employee performance is creating a promising frontier for…
Artificial Intelligence has taken center-stage in the business landscape with an increasing number of organizations turning to it for more efficient processes, task automation, and low-cost content generation. Consumption of AI is not just confined to polarizing and intriguing applications, or popular chatbots like ChatGPT, Google Bard, and Bing Chat, as reported in a recent…
In an increasingly interconnected world, where cyber threats are constantly evolving and growing, there is an ever-pressing need for businesses, particularly in the healthcare sector, to be informed and equipped to handle potential cyber incidents. Consequently, a webinar on ‘Cybersecurity & Incident Response’ is slated for October 18th from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm CT,…
The founder and CEO of TRU Staffing Partners, Jared Coseglia, will be joining Michael Quartararo, president of ACEDS, and Maribel Rivera, senior director of ACEDS, in a highly anticipated webinar titled ‘Eye on ESI’. The session is scheduled to take place on October 12th, from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm ET. This announcement was made…
Legal professionals find themselves in an increasingly complex business and privacy landscape, wrestling with shifting compliance procedures, evolving risk management practices, information governance changes, and new eDiscovery challenges. More than ever, it is critical for organizations to understand and adeptly navigate this intricate synergy, as improper data management can result in significant repercussions, both legally…
Delaware recently joined thirteen other states in the United States by adopting a consumer data privacy act, as it steps towards ensuring its resident consumers have rights over their personal information. The recent move followed the path tweaked by none other than Florida that underscored the importance of residents’ data privacy. While Delaware’s Personal Data…
New York has taken a significant step towards protecting student privacy by banning the use of facial recognition technology in schools, according to the state’s Commissioner of Education, Betty Rosa, who issued the order this past Wednesday. A detailed account of the prohibition is available via the official New York State Education Department website. The…
In a twist of events, a man from Los Angeles has been reported to have sent hundreds of threatening emails to New Jersey judges and other officials. This action did not go unnoticed, and the man, Jonathan Lipman, was indicted on Monday in the United States District Court for the Central District of California. The…
In today’s digitized world, cyber breaches pose a significant threat to corporations and law firms alike. Efficient and timely responses to such incidents are critical to mitigate their adverse effects, especially given the wide range of factors that come into play. The breach’s size, time constraints, legal requirements, notification needs, urgency for containment, and disruptions…
West Virginia University Health System, popularly known as WVU Medicine, recently posted a website notice on September 26, 2023, informing patients of a third-party data breach. The incident involves Nuance Communications, a renowned provider of cloud-based medical transcription services. WVU Medicine detailed that due to this incident, an unauthorized party was able to gain access…
Two recent laws signed by New York Governor Kathy Hochul have ushered in new obligations for employers in New York State. Effective as of September 14, 2023, these new pieces of legislation explicitly concern employer notices about unemployment insurance and employers’ prerogative to request access to employees’ and applicants’ social media accounts. The first law…
On September 15, 2023, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) initiated a controversial new policy requiring foreign subrecipients of NIH funding to provide, at a minimum annually, copies of lab notebooks, data and other documentation supporting the research outcomes outlined in progress reports to the prime award recipient. The policy’s main objective is promoting greater…
As legal professionals in an ever-evolving data-driven world, the need to stay informed of new laws and regulations pertaining to data protection is critically important. A law recently caught my attention, House Bill 1155, also known as the My Health My Data Act. Washington Governor Jay Inslee gave his endorsement to this bill and it…
In a recent turn of events, Community First Medical Center (CFMC) has sent data breach notification letters to 216k patients. The Chicago-based healthcare center had to take this measure after experiencing a significant data breach. On September 26, 2023, CFMC filed a notice of the data breach with the Attorney General of Maine. The data…
Within the dynamic realm of cybersecurity regulations, a significant development has been initiated in California. The California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA), in its most recent meeting since July 2023, has introduced the first draft of cybersecurity audit and risk assessment regulations, warranting the attention of legal professionals and corporations alike. As discussed at the meeting…
On September 15, 2023, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued a detailed outline of its proposal to put forward a rule under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). This rule seeks to regulate the consumer data collection and selling activities of data brokers, a group of businesses that have long been evading compliance under…
In a major development in the legal world revolving around privacy breaches and Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) violations, the Appellate Court of Illinois, First District has ruled. The court discerned, applying New York law, that an insurer has the responsibility to defend an insured party in a lawsuit that alleges violations of BIPA. This…
In today’s digital era, Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems such as ChatGPT and Google’s Bard have permeated nearly every sector, from science and law to art, business, and even medicine. Epitomizing transformative technology, these AI systems owe much of their success to the current lack of stringent AI regulatory laws. However, the rise of these…
As digital technologies take center stage in today’s business operations, the dynamics of eDiscovery – a lynchpin in legal operations – are undergoing noticeable transformations. The influx of new digital communication methods and data storage possibilities, while presenting opportunities for easier and more organized ways of information management, are also sprouting new hindrances that legal…