Privacy Law Matters Blog

New Jersey enacted a sweeping new data broker law on June 30, days after it was proposed. While its potential for seven-figure registration fees and expansive scope have gotten a lot of attention, there's another trend that the New Jersey law advances: State data broker laws are now applying to companies that have never been…

The Hintze Law team continues to monitor global privacy and data security developments to provide timely, practical insights for clients. Below is a summary of key updates from early June to late July 2026. For developments in AI, please see our latest Global AI Updates. US Privacy Updates   California Privacy Protection Agency Announces First Audit Focused on…

Hintze Law’s Global AI Update provides a curated overview of key AI-related legal and regulatory updates. We spotlight new developments and emerging trends to help organizations that are developing, deploying, or relying on AI technologies to stay ahead of what’s next. Please also check out our latest Global Privacy Updates post. To receive email alerts for our…

Alex Schlight and Taylor Widawski Named to 2026 Rising StarsWe are pleased and excited to announce that Partners Taylor Widawski and Alex Schlight at Hintze Law PLLC, were selected to the 2026 Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for top-rated attorneys demonstrating exceptional professional achievement and impact. The Rising Stars list recognizes no…

Hintze Law’s Global AI Update provides a curated overview of key AI-related legal and regulatory updates. We spotlight new developments and emerging trends to help organizations that are developing, deploying, or relying on AI technologies to stay ahead of what’s next. Please also check out our latest Global Privacy Updates post. If you’d like to receive email…

Hintze Law PLLC is pleased to announce that the firm and its attorneys have once again been recognized by Chambers & Partners for excellence in Privacy & Data Security in the 2026 Chambers USA Guide. These rankings reflect continued recognition from clients, peers, and industry stakeholders for the firm’s work advising organizations on complex data…

The Hintze Law team continues to monitor global privacy and data security developments to provide timely, practical insights for clients. Below is a summary of key updates from late May through early June 2026. For developments in AI, please see our latest Global AI Updates.  US Privacy Updates California Regulators Secure $12.75 Million GM Privacy Settlement On May…

Hintze Law’s Global AI Update provides a curated overview of key AI-related legal and regulatory updates. We spotlight new developments and emerging trends to help organizations that are developing, deploying, or relying on AI technologies stay ahead of what’s next.Please also check out our latest Global Privacy Updates post.If you’d like to receive email alerts…

The Hintze Law team monitors global privacy and data security developments to provide timely, practical insights for clients. Below is a summary of key updates from mid-April 2026 to date.  US Privacy UpdatesAlabama Legislature Passes Comprehensive Privacy BillThe Alabama legislature passed a bill, which if signed by the governor, would make Alabama the twenty-second state…

By Emily Litka SanfordIn mid to late April 2026, Roblox settled with Alabama, Nevada, and West Virginia over allegations that its interactive gaming platform exposed children and teens to harmful content and predatory users. The three separate settlement orders will require Roblox to pay a total of $33 million to the three states and implement…