Doug Meal

Partner @ Orrick. Defending companies against alleged privacy and cybersecurity violations. Views expressed are mine alone.

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I am honored to be named with my partners Heather Egan and Aravind Swaminathan (they are the two truly deserving ones!) to Cybersecurity Docket’s Incident Response 50 for 2023! Orrick is one of only five firms with as many as three lawyers on the list.” https://t.co/IYcQt6ihH6

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Attending NetDiligence's upcoming Cyber Risk Summit in Philadelphia? I will be leading a June 1 plenary session on "Motivated Plaintiffs," discussing jurisdictional comparisons, issues of standing and other cyber-related topics. Learn more: https://t.co/1a6xJpNrTO

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The state of Washington just enacted My Health My Data, a game-changing new consumer privacy law focused on health data. We outline 6 things you need to know about MHMD, including next steps for your privacy compliance program. #privacy #healthdata https://t.co/tn2zg2JrR1

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What is the potential impact of the CJEU's decision to deny a minimum threshold for raising non-monetary GDPR damage claims? We break down key takeaways for companies with connections to the EU. #gdpr #databreach https://t.co/7frYoEtlyO

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What can financial institutions learn from the Prudential Regulation Authority's decision to fine the former CIO of TSB Bank for failing to ensure adequate management and supervision of TSB's IT migration project? We break down key takeaways. #datasecurity https://t.co/AAXZHsu0a0

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Congratulations to Orrick's Joseph Santiesteban, Anna Aryankalayil and Rene Kathawala on being named to Law360’s 2023 editorial advisory boards! Joseph was selected for Cyber & Privacy, Anna for Competition and Rene for Access to Justice. https://t.co/HVH9MCJn2x

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What do businesses need to know about Iowa’s new privacy law? We discuss the next steps in the administrative process, how Iowa’s requirements compare to other states’ privacy laws, and enforcement timing and potential risks. #dataprivacy #iowa https://t.co/t44UoCm6zG

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How does the new Data Protection and Digital Information (No.2) Bill seek to reform the UK’s existing data protection regime? We break down the key areas of reform and what to expect next. #dataprotection #dataprivacy https://t.co/a8xcoHk0tW

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The EU has passed or proposed several laws affecting #digitalservice providers to foster fair competition and protect consumers and data. We provide an overview of the evolving regulatory landscape and recommendations for what companies should do now. https://t.co/XnaIwbtdXT

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In this article for OneTrust DataGuidance, Orrick's Kelly Hagedorn and Anna O'Kelly explore the UK Information Commissioner's Office perspective on biometric technologies, their potential, risks, and regulatory avenues for the future. #biometrics https://t.co/2NU6M5js62

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I am excited to be participating on the “Privacy and Data Breach Class Actions” panel at Perfect Law’s Class Actions and Mass Torts Conference taking place April 27-28 in Westminster, London.

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What are the most important current and potential TMT regulations to be aware of in Germany and the EU? Orrick's Christian Schröder and Tobias Lantwin explain what you need to know in this Chambers Law and Practice Guide. #tech #media #telecoms https://t.co/uHhkXyiWHX

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Orrick's Daniel Ashkar and Christian Schröder discuss current and upcoming data privacy litigation developments in Germany and the European Union in the latest issue of Betriebs-Berater. #dataprivacy https://t.co/A0rNdVlAcG

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The FTC has reached two record-breaking settlements with Fortnite developer Epic Games over violating #COPPA and deceptively utilizing "dark patterns." Our team breaks down 6 top takeaways from the settlements. #cybersecurity https://t.co/ZdQuWiyMz8

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Fines for non-compliance with the EU #DigitalServicesAct can be up to 6% of global annual turnover. We created our EU DSA Readiness Assessment Tool to help you assess whether your company is subject to the DSA and navigate compliance obligations. https://t.co/jHJ75QKMdp

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The EU's proposed Cyber Resilience Act seeks to impose #cybersecurity obligations on the connected hardware and #software ecosystem. Our team breaks down what manufacturers, importers and distributors need to know. https://t.co/OTc85QRIot

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A proposed amendment to the UK's Online Safety Bill may result in executives at tech companies facing criminal liability for failing to comply with safety duties to protect children. Our team provides key takeaways. #cybersecurity #compliance https://t.co/wXYoDxedbl

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How can employee use of ChatGPT and similar AI tools create new legal risks to business operations? Our team explores the IP ownership, development, and maintenance considerations that businesses must evaluate. #artificialintelligence #chatbots https://t.co/KtlrcYwUDa

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Software pirates cost companies billions a year in lost revenue from stolen IP. Find out what companies can do to stay ahead of the pirates in the latest episode of The Day Job, a video series hosted by Orrick’s Lynne Hermle. https://t.co/TPSaNyLEIV

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What do executives and board members need to know about the variety of new #databreach notification requirements enacted in 2022? Our team breaks down the top 5 #cyber law developments from the past year and what you can do to stay compliant. https://t.co/Eb8DY1AoMU