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llumination Zone: Episode 150 | Joan Davison of Hire Counsel sits down with Kaylee & Mary
Illumination Zone: Joan Davison, CEO of Hire Counsel sits down with Kaylee & Mary to talk about Joan’s journey to Hire Counsel, their 94 percent client retention rate, the impact of AI on managed review and career paths for Hire Counsel talent….By: EDRM – Electronic Discovery Reference Model
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The Year in Cybersecurity – 2023 Popular Reads on JD Supra
A recap of some of the most widely read news, analysis, and commentary on cybersecurity matters published on JD Supra throughout all of 2023….By: Beacon Insights by JD Supra
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EU AI Act: European Parliament and Council Reach Agreement
On 9 December 2023, European Parliament negotiators and the Council presidency agreed on the final version of what is claimed to be the world’s first-ever comprehensive legal framework on Artificial Intelligence; the European Union Artificial Intelligence Act (the “EU AI Act”)….By: Mayer Brown
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The EU AI Act, The World’s First Comprehensive AI Regulatory Scheme
In our last update, we relayed reports of the final roadblocks to adoption of the EU’s AI Act. The AI Act has been in development in the EU since 2017 when the European Council called for a “sense of urgency to address emerging trends including artificial intelligence…, while at the same time ensuring a high level…
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Pill Politics: Unveiling Biden’s Bold Blueprint for Affordable Drugs
On December 7, 2023, the Biden administration announced a blueprint for a framework that may be a tough pill to swallow for the pharmaceutical industry. This framework suggests that drug prices should be a crucial factor in determining whether the public can access taxpayer-funded meds without breaking the bank. More strikingly, it allows government agencies…
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I Spy Claims Against Amazon
A federal court in West Virginia recently ruled that a negligence claim could proceed against Amazon related to a spy camera used to take unsolicited photos of a teenage girl. M.S. v. Amazon.com, Inc., No. 3:23-cv-0046, 2023 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 213236 (S.D. W. Va. Nov. 30, 2023). The negligence claim is specifically interesting for subrogation…
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United Home Loans Files Official Notice of Data Breach Affecting Consumers’ SSNs
On December 6, 2023, United Home Loans, Inc. (“UHL”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Vermont after discovering that what appeared to be suspicious activity on its computer network turned out to be a cyberattack. In this notice, UHL explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able…
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Citrin Cooperman Advisors Files Notice of Data Breach Following Cyberattack
On November 6, 2023, Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC (“Citrin Cooperman”) filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Vermont after discovering a recent cyberattack targeting the company’s computer network. In this notice, Citrin Cooperman explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information, which includes…
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Ongoing Operations Confirms Recent Data Breach Following Cybersecurity Incident
On December 7, 2023, Ongoing Operations, a subsidiary of Trellance Cooperative Holdings, Inc., posted a notice of data breach on its website after discovering that the company’s computer system was the target of a recent cyberattack. In this notice, Ongoing Operations explains that the incident may have resulted in an unauthorized party being able to…
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Dashboard Camera Video Footage Evidence Used to Affirm Motion for Summary Judgment
O’Neal v. Allstate Insurance Co., 2023 WL 4704684 – In an action for underinsured motorist coverage resulting from a vehicle-pedestrian accident, the defendant moved for summary judgment, asserting there was no genuine issue of material fact that the driver was not negligent. Additionally, even if the driver was negligent, his negligence was exceeded by the…