Donovan Swift

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

As of November 2023, more than 40 states have introduced proactive cybersecurity legislation, and at least 20 states adopted proactive privacy and/or cybersecurity laws. Included below is a sampling of states and federal proactive laws adopted as of this writing as well as tips for identifying which of these laws may apply to you, and other recommended best practices to meet the mandates of these laws.

By Michelle A. Schaap and Frank X. Wukovits

10 minute read

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Goldberg Segalla welcomes two associates; Nagel Rice celebrates 40 years with donations; and more moves.

By Donovan Swift

7 minute read

December 01, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

While existing business and technological options exist to address AI cybersecurity issues and ameliorate the adverse effects of AI cybersecurity difficulties, AI programmer protection requires amending cybersecurity legal defenses.

By Jonathan Bick

6 minute read

November 30, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

The first line of defense against ransomware attacks is pre-existing protection. It's essential to have robust security measures in place to prevent malware threats like ransomware from infiltrating your systems.

By Steven W. Teppler

6 minute read

November 29, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Various privacy statutes—whether already enacted, or like New Jersey still in the legislative process—include provisions that have a direct (and often dramatic) impact on the scope of application, protections afforded to the respective state residents, and effect on businesses operating in the state.

By John T. Wolak and William C. Martinez

8 minute read

November 28, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

On March 13, 2023, New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signed Senate Bill No. 297 (Assembly Bill No. 493) requiring public agencies and government contractors to report cybersecurity incidents. The new law seeks to address the persistent threat posed by cybercriminals to the information systems and records of public agencies.

By William J. Roberts and Johanna S. Lerner

6 minute read

November 27, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

The NJSBA's weekly report.

By New Jersey State Bar Association

5 minute read

November 27, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Digital evidence is a firmly ensconced feature in divorce, making it crucial for attorneys to educate clients on personal cybersecurity and the legal and ethical obligations involved with gathering and disclosing digital and online information. What is fair game and what constitutes an invasion of privacy rights?

By Bari Z. Weinberger

10 minute read

November 24, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Does an employer who fires an unmarried pregnant teacher violate the Law Against Discrimination? Not if the employer is a Catholic school. So said the New Jersey Supreme Court in 'Crisitello v. St. Theresa School'.

By Louis F. Locascio

8 minute read

November 24, 2023 | New Jersey Law Journal

Divorce litigants do awful things to each other—and children—in the context of matrimonial litigation, but allegations of parental alienation are serious and can have a significant impact on the case. There are several "camps" of parental alienation advocates and detractors. There are the "true believers" who believe that parental alienation is a condition, and others believe it is junk science.

By Matheu D. Nunn, Linda Torosian and Alyssa S. Engleberg

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