As the global economy moves online, cyber-thieves are finding it easy to steal records, communications and sensitive information from companies large and small. While this is well-known, much less attention has focused on the obligations the federal, state and local governments are increasingly imposing on businesses to protect sensitive data and to notify individuals whose information is compromised.
Mr. Matus can assist your business both before and after a data breach. He has presented seminars on information privacy laws and the measures companies can take to lessen the risk of data theft. Matus Law Office can provide training to your staff on how to protect against a data breach and prepare policies specifying the actions employees need to take. If you experience a data loss, Mr. Matus can counsel on whether notice is required, who must be notified, the form any notice needs to take and the measures your business should take to minimize potential legal exposure.