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TriBar Releases Report on Digital Asset Opinions under UCC Article 12
The official drafting committees of the Uniform Commercial Code have promulgated proposed amendments (the “2022 Amendments”) to address transactions with certain digital assets, notably adding a new Article 12 on Controllable Electronic Records. As the 2022 Amendments are slowly enacted by states, one key question finance lawyers and their clients need to address is how…
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Department of Justice Maintains Its False Claims Act Enforcement Focus on Government Contractor Cybersecurity
On June 17, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced settlements of alleged False Claims Act (FCA) violations associated with cybersecurity requirements in contracts to provide a secure environment for online applications for federal housing assistance. Guidehouse Inc. and Nan McKay and Associates paid $7.6 million and $3.7 million, respectively, to settle the civil claims initially…
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Black Basta Exploits Microsoft Zero-Day After Patch
It is being reported that Black Basta (aptly named) exploited a Microsoft zero-day prior to Microsoft’s release of a patch for the vulnerability back in March….By: Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider
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How AI Can Address Manufacturing Supply Chain Issues
The global market for artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing is valued at $3.2 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow to $20.8 billion by 2028. Used wisely, AI can help manufacturers solve many of their most intractable issues, including supply chain issues that have frustrated companies and their customers since the pandemic….By: Robinson+Cole Data…
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Plugged In: An EV Newsletter Vol. 2 , No. 6
Welcome to the June, 2024 edition of Plugged In. I am filling in this month for our editor, Heather Frayre, during her well-earned vacation. This month we focus on the U.S. and China relationship as North America’s EV transition is introduced to the “Trade War.”…By: Dickinson Wright
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Class Advisors Notifies Consumers of Recent Data Breach Affecting Their SSNs
On June 20, 2024, Class Advisors filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of California after discovering that an unauthorized party was able to access data belonging to certain consumers. In this notice, Class Advisors explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which…
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The Dangers of Using Contaminated Eye Drops and How to Protect Yourself
Several companies have recently recalled their eye drops due to contamination concerns. Contaminated eye drops can present several risks—including the risk of a fatal bacterial infection in some cases. As a result, any one who uses eye drops should check to see if their eye drops are subject to a recall; and, if so, they…
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Heart South Cardiovascular Group Files Official Notice of Data Breach
On June 13, 2024, Heart South Cardiovascular Group (“Heart South”) filed a notice of data breach with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights after discovering that information in the company’s possession was subject to unauthorized access. In this notice, Heart South explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized…
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Notable Ruling Roundup – June 2024 #2
Our notable ruling roundup aims to keep our readers up to date on recent rulings in the food & consumer packaged goods space. In Re Plum Baby Food Litigation, No. 4:21-CV-00913-YGR (N.D. Cal. – March 28, 2024): The Northern District of California granted summary judgment in an action challenging defendant’s baby food products regarding allegedly…
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Arsement Redd Gardner Benoit Notifies Clients of April 2024 Data Breach Involving Intuit’s Lacerte Tax Program
On June 18, 2024, Arsement Redd Gardner Benoit LLC (“ARGB”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Montana after discovering a recent data security incident involving unauthorized access to ARGB information through Intuit’s Lacerte Tax Program. In this notice, ARGB explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able…
