Telework & Telehealth: How Can We Work Securely During a Pandemic?

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Remember that brief moment when we thought the COVID-19 business impact was lifting? It was a nice thought, but we were wrong. We’re firmly in the midst of the pandemic with alleviation an ever-moving target. What does this mean for businesses, especially covered entities (CE) and business associates (BA)? Telework and telehealth present security risks, … Read more

How the SHIELD Act Expands Legal Reach on Breaches

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Interested in some (thankfully) non-pandemic related news? New York State’s SHIELD Act is in effect as of March 21, 2020. The SHIELD Act (Stop Hacks and Improve Electronic Data Security Act) takes several actions, including: broadening the definition of “Private Information”, expanding the definition of breach, and expanding the reach of the law to include … Read more