The Internet User's Duty of Care
May 02, 2015
The duty one Internet user has to another has changed, particularly with respect to cyber-security and privacy. Negligence by Internet users has enabled hackers and creators of viruses to exploit computer systems and engage in crime and unwanted computer intrusions.
Deritivative Cyber Litigation
May 02, 2015
Potential liability for data breaches has emerged as a major concern for businesses in the past few years as massive cyber-attacks are increasing, with companies that use or store private customer data electronically or use social media as part of their marketing strategy being the prime targets.
Disputes over Insurance Coverage for Alleged TCPA Violations
May 02, 2015
During the past several years, there has been an increase in the number of lawsuits that allege violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act ("TCPA"), and a corresponding increase in the number of coverage disputes over TCPA liabilities.
Securing a Document Review Center: A Practical Guide
May 02, 2015
Much ink has been spilled in recent years about information security, hacker exploits and hardware and software products used to thwart hackers. Not a single day goes by without news pertaining to the discovery of vulnerabilities in the software we use and cherish, and to hacker exploits affecting the companies we use in our daily lives.
Cybercrime
May 02, 2015
Just when you thought that it could not get worse for companies in the context of cybersecurity and privacy issues ' it does. Below, we review the sobering news about cyberattacks and provide some tips when considering insurance for cyber risk.
<b><i>Online Extra:</b></i> DOJ Releases Cybersecurity Best Practices
May 01, 2015
Dealing with cybersecurity in the United States is challenging for many reasons, but one of the most frequently cited pain points is the patchwork of laws governing the space. Depending on your corporation's industry, consumer base and location, your legal requirements following a significant breach can change dramatically. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is now stepping up to help, setting a list of best practices organizations should bear in mind if and when they are…
Third Circuit Weighs Novel Cybersecurity Case
April 02, 2015
Five years ago, Russian hackers broke into the Wyndham Hotels computer network and stole the credit card information for thousands of customers, a security breach that has now put the novel question of whether the FTC can sue a company for failing to properly secure its data in front of the Third Circuit.
You First: Manufacturing, IP, and the Coming 3D Printing Disruption
April 02, 2015
Like it or not, the manufacturing industry looks like it will be first in line to feel the potential transformative impact of 3D printing or additive manufacturing. At the same time, changes in intellectual property (IP) law unrelated to 3D printing will impact the disruption in manufacturing.