Privacy Law Matters Blog

Hintze Law continuously tracks privacy and security updates around the world to bring you a regular update of the latest developments. Below is a snapshot of updates from the last month. If you missed our last round of updates, you can find those here.    United States: State Law Updates  Utah Artificial Intelligence Policy Act On March 13,…

By Sheila Sokolowski On March 18, 2024, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) at the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) revised its guidance on the "Use of Online Tracking Technologies by HIPAA Covered Entities and Business Associates."The impact of the revised guidanceThe OCR’s revisions to the guidance did not substantively change the prior…

We’re excited to announce our four-part privacy CLE series with the Washington State Bar Association! Over the next few weeks, the upcoming sessions will be: Navigating Privacy: The Fundamentals of US Privacy Law – March 13th  with Taylor Widawski and Sam CasticThis session will provide attendees with an overview of the types of federal and state privacy…

Hintze Law continuously tracks privacy and security updates around the world to bring you a regular update of the latest developments. Below is a snapshot of updates from the last month. If you missed our last round of updates, you can find those here.  United States: State Law Updates Connecticut Attorney General Reports on Privacy Act…

By Jennifer Ruehr, Sam Castic, and Felicity Slater There has been a recent uptick in class action litigation brought under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (“CIPA”) (Cal. Penal Code §§ 630 et seq). Recent litigation has focused on three sections of CIPA.  First, CIPA section 631(a) prohibits the interception of an in-transit communication to…

Hintze Law PLLC is pleased to announce that Chambers & Partners has once again recognized Hintze Law in its 2024 Global USA Privacy & Data Security rankings. Hintze’s Health + Biotech Group was also recognized in Chamber’s 2024 Global USA Privacy & Data Security Healthcare. In the area of Global USA Privacy & Data Security:…

Hintze Law PLLC is thrilled to announce that Felicity Slater has joined the firm as part of our growing team of talented AI, privacy, and cybersecurity attorneys. Felicity brings deep experience and knowledge of privacy law, legislation, and policy to the firm.  “I've had the opportunity and pleasure to work with Felicity in her prior role…

By Emeka EgwuatuOn January 25, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission’s Office of Technology hosted a Tech Summit on Artificial Intelligence, which offered insights into the evolving landscape of AI. The discussions highlighted the current challenges and future direction of AI regulation, especially concerning consumer protection and privacy. FTC’s Proactive Approach to AI Regulation  Stephanie Nguyen, from…

Hintze Law continuously tracks privacy and security updates around the world to bring you a regular update of the latest developments. Below is a snapshot of updates from the last month. If you missed our last round of updates, you can find those here.  United States: State Law Updates Colorado Bill to Amend the CPA  On January…

Seattle, January 16, 2024: Hintze Law, PLLC announced today that, effective January 2024, Alex Schlight has been promoted to partner.  “We are excited to announce Alex as Hintze Law’s newest partner,” said Hintze Law Managing Partner, Susan Hintze. “Alex is a highly regarded lawyer with a deep comprehension of the nuances of AI & privacy…