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FTC and HHS Announce Updated Health Privacy Publication

Inside Privacy

In addition to these general guidelines, the guidance also contains a number of specific examples of actions that may trigger FTC Act compliance concerns.

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The Highest-growth Legal Practice Areas in 2024 and Beyond

Clio

Privacy and cybersecurity Privacy and cybersecurity laws are complex and vary between states (e.g., CCPA laws ). Also, these lawyers reduce privacy and security risks to comply with applicable state and federal laws. These laws also vary by industry, depending on who you’re doing business with.

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Preparing for AI Whistleblowers

Debevoise Data Blog

1] In March, the DOJ announced a new pilot whistleblower rewards program that reaffirmed its focus on AI, stating that prosecutors would integrate AI assessments into evaluations of corporate compliance programs and would seek “stiffer sentences” for AI misuse. [2] DOJ Whistleblower Program On March 7, 2024, Deputy Attorney General Lisa O.

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Southwest’s Technology Troubles Accelerate DOT Action?

The North Carolina Journey of Law and Technology

However, federal law requires airlines to reimburse passengers for canceled or, in some situations, “significantly delayed” flights. In early January, the DOT issued a notice to “reaffirm its commitment to vigorously enforce the law to protect aviation consumers.” Department of Transportation (“DOT”) make things “right?”

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Are Electronic Signatures Legally Binding? What Lawyers Should Know

Rocket Matter

Let’s discuss the legality of eSignatures, their enforceability, and how lawyers can leverage them effectively within their practice while maintaining compliance. The Advantages of eSignatures for Law Firms The legal validity of eSignatures is crucial and their benefits extend far beyond simply replacing wet signatures.

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CJEU rules on DPO conflicts of interest under the GDPR

Technology Law Dispatch

The independence of the DPO must be preserved so that a proper review of the compliance of those objectives and methods in light of the GDPR and EU law. Implications The judgment confirms that DPOs do have the ability to carry out roles in addition to the DPO function, so long as it does not result in a conflict of interest.

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Face Forward Part 2: Proposed Legislation and Strategies for Compliant Use of Facial Recognition

Debevoise Data Blog

In this part, we assess where the law seems to be heading and offer some practical risk reduction strategies. Federal and State Legislation There is currently no federal law that specifically regulates biometric privacy. No comprehensive and preemptive federal law seems likely to pass anytime soon.