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Privacy & Data Security
Privacy & Data Security
Data privacy and information security is a global concern – and Jones Day has an integrated and experienced team worldwide to provide clients in any business sector with seamless counsel on these critical issues.
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Data privacy and information security is a global concern – and Jones Day has an integrated and experienced team worldwide to provide clients in any business sector with seamless counsel on these critical issues.
Multinational companies rely on us to help them comply with the stringent data protection requirements of the European Union and the often inconsistent privacy regimes in other parts of the world. Jones Day also advises on the multitude of federal and state laws in the U.S. regarding privacy, security breaches and identity theft.
Our multidisciplinary team of privacy lawyers assists with the full range of client concerns – from audits of existing privacy policies and practices to recommendations on comprehensive global compliance programs.
Rapid response is imperative when there is a breach in data security or the loss of a computer containing sensitive information. Whatever the jurisdiction or circumstances, Jones Day lawyers respond immediately to investigations and enforcement actions, advise on the public relations and reputation management issues, and defend against class action and other litigation. As privacy law evolves, Jones Day will be at the forefront, ensuring that clients are compliant and protected.
Certain industry sectors are subject to more stringent privacy and data security regulations than others. Jones Day is on top of the regulations applicable to industries and helps clients develop policies and procedures that ensure compliance with the relevant law, including:
- The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)
- The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
- The Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC)
- The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
- The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
- The Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR)
- The Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA)
- EU Data Protection Directive
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