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International Edition

German Court Finds Facebook Must Pay Users for Data Breach, But Less Than Expected

The Federal Court of Justice recognises user rights to non-material damages following a massive data breach but plaintiffs' lawyers are likedly to be disappointed by the amount.
3 minute read

International Edition

Norton Rose Racial Discrimination Complaint Triggered South African IT Probe

A complaint about racism and gender bias sparked Norton Rose Fulbright’s investigation into unauthorised IT access, leading an ex-employee to claim unfair dismissal.
4 minute read

The Legal Intelligencer

Proposed 'Bulk Sensitive Personal Data' Rule and the DOJ’s Comprehensive National Security Regulations

Businesses that handle significant amounts of sensitive personal data, as well as those that handle any amount of certain U.S. government data, should ensure they are prepared for these significant new potential regulations.
7 minute read

Legaltech News

Legal Departments’ Lack of Third-Party Oversight Leaving Small, Midsized Banks Exposed

A new survey from Jones Walker found that many small and midsized banks are falling short on due diligence with their third-party cybersecurity vendors, leaving them dangerously exposed.
4 minute read

Corporate Counsel

Ten Best Practices to Protect Your Organization Against Cyber Threats

The conclusion of Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a reminder of the importance for organizations to implement robust security measures and promote good cyber hygiene. In this article, we discuss ten essential best practices that all organizations should implement as foundational components of their cybersecurity framework.
7 minute read

The American Lawyer

Judge Approves Orrick's $8M Data Breach Settlement While Gunster Agrees to $8.5M

More than 600,000 people were affected by Orrick's 2023 data breach while nearly 10,000 people were affected by Gunster's November 2022 breach.
2 minute read

Daily Business Review

Second Circuit Ruling Expands VPPA Scope: What Organizations Need to Know

Although organizations have grappled with VPPA claims for several years, this decision is another red flag to organizations to take immediate steps and ensure compliance with privacy laws to mitigate the risks of VPPA claims.
6 minute read

The Recorder

'Innovation Over Regulation': Tech Litigators and Experts Share Insights on the Future of AI, Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Under Trump

Warren Hodges, counsel at Hanson Bridgett in Sacramento, creator of the firm's AI practice and an employment law expert, said that his clients are particularly concerned about the federal regulation of AI use in hiring practices.
10 minute read

Law.com

'We're Back': Fourth Circuit Considers Certification of Marriott Data Breach Class ... Again

Marriott was back before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit hoping to dismantle a district judge's order that certified a class of hotel guests impacted by its 2018 data breach.
5 minute read

Daily Business Review

Scammers Target Lawyers Across Country With Fake Court Notices

"Phishing scams targeting lawyers with official-looking documents are on the rise," said a Texas attorney who was targeted this week.
4 minute read

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