Building on years of experience in advising
clients on a data privacy issues, Hodgson
Russ launched a privacy, data breach and
cybersecurity practice.
The practice, which has an office in
Saratoga Springs, said it is now positioned
the firm to counsel clients both proactively
and in response to data incidents.
“With the ever-increasing likelihood we
all face of cyber attacks and data breaches,
we are pleased to be able to offer this multidisciplinary
and proactive approach to help
our clients respond to adverse events and
stay safe online,” Gary M. Schober, practice
leader, said.
Firm officials said attorneys advise clients
concerning the complex and challenging privacy
and cybersecurity risks that businesses,
nonprofit organizations, and individuals
face every day, including the collection and
use of sensitive information and related
privacy issues; the theft of data or intellectual
property; the loss of a laptop or other
electronic device; the inadvertent release
of sensitive information; cyber attacks
causing data breach, business interruption,
and damage to a hard-earned reputation;
insurance coverage, and litigation related
to data privacy; compliance with local and
international standards; and prompt action
across multiple jurisdictions when a data
breach is discovered.
The team offers sophisticated cyberprotection
planning, data-breach coaching,
and post-incident response to help clients
manage their evolving cyber risks, according
to the firm.
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