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Data Privacy and Compliance for Attorneys

This course is specifically designed to provide legal professionals with an in-depth understanding of the complex and evolving field of data privacy and compliance.

Created byMichael Wells
4.3
(109 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Aug 31, 2023
Data Privacy and Compliance for Attorneys

What You'll Learn

check_circleUnderstand the key concepts of data privacy, including the protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI).
check_circleLearn about the role of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in data privacy regulation and enforcement, including its jurisdiction and specific responsibilities.
check_circleGain knowledge about data security breaches, their causes, and the potential consequences for individuals and organizations.
check_circleRecognize the unique privacy concerns in healthcare, such as the need for encryption and secure storage of patient information, and the risks associated with physical mishandling and cyber threats.
check_circleExplore the importance of duty of care and compliance in safeguarding personal information, including understanding industry-specific regulations and implementing reasonable measures for data protection.
check_circleGain insights into the specific privacy challenges faced by law offices, including the protection of attorney-client privilege, potential malpractice issues, and the significance of cyber insurance and malpractice coverage.

About This Course

This course is designed to provide legal professionals with an in-depth understanding of the complex and evolving field of data privacy and compliance. It explores the intricate legal frameworks, regulations, and best practices necessary for attorneys to navigate the challenges and responsibilities associated with protecting sensitive information and ensuring compliance with privacy laws.

Some of the topics covered include:

  • Key concepts of data privacy
  • Role of the FTC in data privacy
  • Data security breaches
  • Privacy concerns in healthcare
  • Duty of care and compliance
  • Privacy challenges for law offices
  • Website security, privacy statements, and cybersecurity policies
  • PCI compliance and website security
  • Email, faxing, and data security
  • Cyber insurance and coverage
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • GDPR and Privacy Shield
  • Individual rights under GDPR
  • How to comply with GDPR
  • Consequences and penalties for GDPR violations
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) overview
  • Effectiveness of CCPA
  • Reasonable security measures and cybersecurity policies

Your Instructors

Michael Wells
Michael Wells

Attorney Member | Wells Law, PLLC

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Michael has been practicing law for over 17 years. He concentrates his practice in the areas of Social Security disability, Veterans Affairs disability claims, immigration, wills and estates, and personal injury and business litigation. Michael has been recognized multiple times for his work as a lawyer and for his service to the public. He is married to Jillian Brevorka, who is a lawyer in Greensboro. He is a published author and in his free time enjoys spending time with his family, reading, writing, drawing and exercising. Admissions North Carolina New York United States District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina

Gregg Friedman
Gregg Friedman

Podcast Host | LearnFormula

Dr. Gregg Friedman is a 2nd generation chiropractor who continues to practice after 31 years and consults with insurance companies and attorneys regarding documentation, coding, standard of care and malpractice issues. Dr. Friedman has been teaching chiropractors how to effectively document for the past 20 years, in such a way that it can be done in the least amount of time, with the least amount of effort and the least amount of cost. Dr. Friedman uses movie clips, music, stories and his sense of humor to keep audiences engaged, entertained and learning. He has taken the subject of documentation and has turned it into an inspirational seminar in which doctors can truly understand how by documenting well, chiropractors can change the world. He is currently engaged in hosting podcasts.

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What Students Are Saying

4.3
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109 reviews

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