Advancements in today’s technology have accelerated the rate at which personal information is obtained and made available. Every action taken online can be traced back to the individual, including personally identifiable information (PII). Here’s how to protect this important data.
Law firms and other professional communities are increasingly accepting the use of biometrics for security purposes. Biometrics have undeniable advantages. A growing number of banks have recently implemented biometric technology to protect customer accounts.
Patient data is legally protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Hospitals, healthcare providers, and insurance companies are mandated by law to comply with HIPAA policies and safeguard sensitive patient information. Here are recent updates regarding violations.
Even if signs of identity theft are not readily apparent to victims of a data breach, stolen personal health information increases their risk in the future. A class action lawsuit brought about by multiple plaintiffs with the same dispute can justify the cost of litigation.
Can victims of data breaches be compensated? What are the legal options for victims of medical data breaches? See the answers to these questions and more…
You can file a lawsuit for medical data breach if you or your minor child are involved in a HIPAA-covered data breach and suffer actual harm, loss or damages. A law firm that specializes in privacy laws and cases of medical negligence can advise you on the best way to proceed after assessing your situation.
SIM swapping hackers can not only lock you out of your social media and financial accounts, but they can also get enough personal information to steal your identity. SIM swappingt argets personal information.
As more and more of the world shifts online during the COVID-19 pandemic, data security has become a chief concern. Any time you supply personal and/or financial information online, whether to pay bills, to make purchases, or to utilize online medical services, you are entrusting these companies to safeguard your identity. Bad actors are constantly looking to take advantage of your important data.
Between 2008 and 2009, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts was successfully hacked three times. Rather than the scenario resembling an arms race however, with increasingly proficient hackers up against Wyndham’s increasingly elaborate cyber security, the hackers used similar methods in all three data breaches.
