There is no question that the Illinois Biometric Information Protection Act of 2008 (“BIPA”) has given rise to a number of unique questions under both privacy law and insurance law. First, many data collectors caught in the crosshairs of BIPA… Continue Reading →
While the United States may not have data protections in place that are as extensive as those seen the European Union’s adoption of GDPR, there is still a comprehensive framework of state and federal regulations in place to protect personal… Continue Reading →
Bitcoin has been a popular buzz word for the last couple of years. People have written several articles on the topic, created documentaries to explain how it works, and some have even ventured out to dabble in the exchange. While… Continue Reading →
On October 17, 2018, the American Bar Association published Formal Opinion (“F.O. 483) to directly address cyber security for lawyers. Specifically, F.O. 483 provides guidance on “attorney’s ethical obligations when a data breach exposes client confidential information.” As an initial… Continue Reading →
While some courts have found coverage for data breach claims under CGL policies, there should be little dispute that the best way to limit risk is to obtain a cyber policy rather than hoping for coverage under a CGL policy…. Continue Reading →
By now, there is little question that the cyber insurance market can be confusing. Cyber claims typically involve complex and novel technological issues.The risk from hackers and negligence with private data is continuing to evolve. The policy language is unique… Continue Reading →
The March 26, 2018 decision in Hopper v. Schletter Inc., 17-cv-01, 2018 WL 1472485 (W.D. North Carolina 2018) leaves no question that courts are now prepared to hold employers liable if they disclose their employees’ information by mistake. And, if… Continue Reading →
Tax season is quickly becoming peak season for cyber and data incidents. As seen during every recent tax season, last January the IRS issued warnings about fraudulent inducement scams where a corporate officer’s name is used to fraudulently request employee… Continue Reading →
At this point in the development of data breach litigation, it is clear that plaintiffs may be on a sinking ship when they try to establish liability and damages against defendants. In order to meet their burden, a plaintiff must show they… Continue Reading →
Cyber criminals’ entire business model is based on developing threats faster than the public can develop safeguards. Privacy laws are fast becoming the first place data collectors look for guidance when they have suffered a cyber attack. Unfortunately, the legislatures… Continue Reading →
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