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Legal articles in easy to understand language.
How to Avoid GDPR Legal Issues Over Cookie Consent
Recently, we've been seeing more companies being taken to court or investigated by regulators under the EU's cookie consent rules. The GDPR has been in effect since May 2018, but websites and apps continue to flout the rules around obtaining opt-in consent for cookies. In this article, we'll look at some high-profile...
Compliantly Using Biometric Data in Arizona
Note: None of the laws mentioned in this article have passed. All have been shelved. Over the past few years, there's been a rise in both litigation and legislation regarding the collection and use of biometric information. There are many types of bio-data, or biometric identifiers. These include such things as face...
Amazon Affiliate Requirements
If you participate in the Amazon Associates affiliate program, you must follow Amazon's Operating Agreement or risk being terminated. You're also required by law to include some particular disclosures so you maintain a transparent relationship with users and avoid fines. Here's what you need to know about what Amazon requires, what...
Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls
Information security is more important than ever. Practically every business should pursue an information security framework in order to meet its legal obligations, protect its business assets, and secure its customers' personal information. The Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls are an excellent starting point for any organization wish to improve...
FAQ: Handling Trademark Violations in Canada
Every business owner ought to think about the use of trademarks as part of their overall branding strategy. That is true throughout North America, but what happens if you own and operate a company in Canada and believe someone has violated your trademark? Your customers must be able to recognize and...
Vermont Security Breach Notice Act
Over the last few years, data breaches increased worldwide. Even though many governments have placed a greater emphasis on securing data, hackers are almost always ahead of the curve, with security professionals playing catch-up. Business owners and leaders of organizations worldwide have found cybercriminals applying techniques such as supply chain attacks,...