In this episode of TechLaw10 Jonathan and Eric discuss the Equifax breach. They give some details of the original breach and the subsequent regulatory action from the UK data protection regulator, the Information Commissioner. Eric looks at how board attitudes might be changing in the US and there is a short discussion on the rise of class action litigation in data breaches. Jonathan then explains some of the differences between the old legal regime and GDPR.
See also our client alert on Equifax here
TechLaw10 is a 10-minute audio podcast update from U.S. lawyer Eric Sinrod (Duane Morris) and UK lawyer Jonathan Armstrong (Cordery) where they share insights on developments where technology intersects with the law in the EU and the U.S. These well-known commentators are sought out in the media for their opinions on breaking news and developing trends. Whether you are in North America or Europe, now you can hear directly from them regarding the latest technology issues at home and across the pond.