June 29, 2017
NP Privacy Partner
Author(s): Karl D. Belgum, Jenny L. Holmes, Valerie Breslin Montague, Michal E. Ovadia, Tina Sciocchetti, Steven M. Richard
Five legislative developments to watch in California, MDLive class action suit voluntarily dismissed, Girl Scouts of the USA announces partnership with security company and the FTC updates COPPA compliance plan for businesses. Here’s what’s trending in data privacy and cybersecurity.
Several legislative developments in California merit watching and understanding.—Karl D. Belgum
The class action suit voluntarily dismissed following a motion to dismiss.—Michal E. Ovadia
The collaboration will result in a series of 18 cybersecurity badges developed by a panel of expert cybersecurity advisors.—Tina Sciocchetti
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has updated its compliance plan for companies subject to the federal Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act.—Tina Sciocchetti and Steven Richard
Checklist and infographic offer concise reminders of steps to take in the wake of a cyberattack.—Valerie Breslin Montague
A plastic surgeon is being sued after a plaintiff claims a distinctive freckle pattern constitutes protected health information.—Jenny L. Holmes
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