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As part of Congressional efforts to examine federal cybersecurity laws, 16 banks, investment firms and other financial services providers were sent requests for detailed information about recent breaches by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), a member of the Senate Banking Committee, and Representative Elijah Cummings (D-MD), the ranking member of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee.

The ride-sharing service’s recent public relations nightmare, centered on improper use of customer data, serves as a reminder to employers to be sure workers know company policy on sensitive information.

Take a moment to assess the potential legal liability that this holiday season may bring, Matt Milner with Snell & Wilmer says. Some tips to avoid lawsuits, including: use non-religious decorations in the office; know the rules on honoring employees’ religious observances; and, deal with holiday misbehavior sooner than later.

A recent lawsuit, in which Travelers Insurance told P.F. Chang’s that losses resulting from a data breach were not covered, is an example of how many current cyber insurance policies provide substantially less coverage than general liability policies.

A breakdown of the standard application of the Uniform Trade Secret Act, and tips for how to maximize protections.

The current Ebola scare has thrust health care providers’ unique infectious disease policy and procedure considerations into the spotlight and forced providers to thoroughly review their preparedness to deal with a widespread infectious disease outbreak.

Retailers that do not address accessibility issues regarding their website may be on the receiving end of charges from the Department of Justice this holiday season.