Drafting a Privacy Policy? Beware!â¦
Eric Goldman of Cooley Godward Kronish LLP
This article discusses the implementation and surrounding issues of a privacy policy for online companies.
Whose Business Is It Anyway? The Compelling Need for Privacy of Medical Records in the Workplace
Law Office of Jon L. Gelman
The ever increasing desire of industry to contain costs in the medical management arena, as well as to gather infor.
Overview of the Privacy Act of 1974
Department of Justice
A discussion of the Privacy Act's disclosure prohibition, its access and amendment provisions, and its agency record keeping requirements. Prepared by the Office of Information and Privacy in coordination with the office of management and budget.
Canada's Privacy Laws vs. the USA PATRIOT ACT
Michelle Kisluk and Wendy Gross of Torys LLP
Those who handle individuals? personal information, including financial details, in the course of business are required to treat that information in accordance with Canada?s privacy laws. This includes obtaining each individual?s consent to the purposes for which, and persons to whom, this information is disclosed.
Privacy and security of your medical records: The New Number
Law Office of Jon L. Gelman
The United States government is now discussing how to deal with the computerization of medical records.
Practical Guidance for Physicians
Dave Schoolcraft of Miller Nash LLP
The privacy, security, and electronic-data provisions of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 ("HIPAA") require the immediate attention of physicians and other "covered entities" to ensure proper compliance. By April 14, 2003, all physicians qualifying as covered entities must be in compliance with the HIPAA privacy standards.
Locking The Virtual Door: Privacy Matters In E-Commerce.
Michael M Sax of Michael M. Sax
Mr. Sax provides an overview of European Union, Canadian and US efforts to address privacy matters in E-Commerce.
Your Right to Federal Records Questions and Answers on the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act
General Services Administration, General Counsel Office
Guide prepared by the General Services Administration and the Department of Justice which provides information about the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act of 1974 in order to assist members of the public in exercising their rights.
Privacy Law Update
Larry B. Donovan of Arter & Hadden LLP
A summary of the various bills currently pending in Congress regarding existing privacy acts
As Of July 1, 2004, Websites Require Privacy Policy Changes Under New California Law
Joseph J. Lewczak and Sofia Rahman of Davis & Gilbert LLP
If you take steps now to review your privacy policy and make any necessary changes, you can reduce your potential exposure to liability under a new and ground-breaking privacy law that just went into effect. The State of California passed a law late last year that requires any commercial website or online service operator who collects personally identifiable information about consumers residing in California ("Operators") to provide individuals with notice of its privacy policies.
The Privacy of Medical Records
Law Office of Jon L. Gelman
The deadline for Congressional action on privacy legislation is August 21, 1999. If Congress fails to act then the .
Internet Legal Issues: WWW Privacy Policy Part I
Lloyd L. Rich of The Law Office of Lloyd L. Rich
Part one of this two-part series considers the need for and steps toward preparing a privacy policy for your web-based business.
Rights Of Victims of Crime Will Balance Scales of Justice
Wevley Wm. Shea of Law Office of Wevley Wm. Shea
Traditionally, criminals enjoy the protection of the Alaska Constitution, while justice has been blind to the victi.
Internet Law Update: Developments in Privacy Law--1999
Thelen LLP
In this update, Thelen Reid & Priest provides a brief summary on some of the more significant developments of 1999 in connection with privacy law and regulation. These issues are especially important for any entity using personal data on the Internet.
Your Right to Federal Records
Department of Justice
This pamphlet is a joint publication of Department of Justice and the General Services Administration concerning both the Freedom of Information Act and the Privacy Act.
Right to Privacy In the Workplace In the Information Age
Lloyd L. Rich of The Law Office of Lloyd L. Rich
This article discusses whether current law provides adequate protection of individual privacy rights in the increasingly technological workplace.
Congress Takes Vacation from Medical Privacy Bills
Law Office of Jon L. Gelman
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) of 1996 (P.L. 104-191) called for protection of the.
Implementation of HIPAA'S Privacy Rules
Karen L. Kahn of Modrall Sperling
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 ("HIPAA") Privacy Rules took effect on April 14, 2003.ÃÂ Businesses are seeking legal help with various parts of the Privacy Rules: reviewing Business Associate Agreements; drafting Privacy Notices and HIPAA Compliant Authorizations; revising personnel policies relating to ADA, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and Drug Testing; and resolving issues of privacy involved in providing service to minors.