EU Data Protection Reform Will Force Big Changes Globally |
Earlier this week, on December 15, 2015, EU officials approved the text of new data privacy regulations after nearly four years of discussions. The EU-wide bill, which will supersede what is now known as the EU Data Protection Directive, is intended to unify the patchwork of 28 national privacy laws, and bring the rules up to date for the digital age. This article discusses the highlights and implications of the bill.
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About the Authors
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Karen H Bromberg is the head of the firm's Intellectual Property and Technology group. S he is also a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) with certifications covering both U.S. and European privacy law. Karen advises clients on a broad range of privacy and data protection matters, including privacy policies and procedures, regulatory investigations, global compliance, cross-border data transfers, cybersecurity and network intrusion issues, and contractual issues involving privacy and security with an emphasis on litigation avoidance.
Joyce E Kung's practice focuses on intellectual property disputes and transactions, specifically relating to patents, trademarks, and copyrights. She also has experience with global privacy and data security issues arising in cross-border litigation. Additionally, Joyce was named one of New York's Super Lawyers Rising Stars for Intellectual Property in 2014 and 2015. |
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Cohen & Gresser is an international law firm with offices in New York, Paris, and Seoul. We represent clients in complex litigation and corporate transactions throughout the world. Founded in 2002, Cohen & Gresser LLP has grown to nearly sixty lawyers in six practice areas: Litigation and Arbitration, Intellectual Property and Technology, White Collar Defense, Corporate, Tax, and Employment Law.
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