A data breach occurs when confidential, sensitive, or otherwise protected information is exposed to unauthorized individuals. Typically, perpetrators target organizations to gain access to personal data belonging to employees and clients, such as Social Security numbers, bank account details, and healthcare information, as well as corporate data like intellectual property and financial records.
- Investigation Assistance: We help investigate the cause and extent of the data breach. They may work with forensic experts to identify vulnerabilities in the affected systems and assess the scope of data compromised.
- Regulatory Compliance: We assist clients in complying with legal requirements for reporting data breaches to relevant authorities, such as data protection agencies, within mandated timeframes.
- Litigation Support: In cases where the data breach results in legal action, our team provides representation in court proceedings, including defending against lawsuits filed by affected parties or pursuing claims against responsible parties.
- Risk Mitigation Strategies: We develop risk mitigation strategies to prevent future data breaches, including drafting and reviewing data protection policies, employee training programs, and incident response plans.
- Settlement Negotiation: In cases where legal disputes arise from data breaches, our team negotiates settlements on behalf of their clients, aiming to resolve disputes efficiently and minimize financial and reputational costs.
