HIPAA[1] is a complex healthcare privacy law that applies to many global technology companies which serve the U.S. healthcare industry. Tech companies that are deemed Business Associates under HIPAA face significant liability for the following 5 HIPAA violations, among others.[2] NON-COMPLIANCE. Failure to comply with the HIPAA Security Rule.[3] FAILURE […]
HIPAA[1] is a complex healthcare privacy law that applies to many global technology companies that serve the U.S. healthcare industry. We are pleased to provide our top five HIPAA tips for Medtech companies. YOU MUST COMPLY. Even without signing a Business Associate Contract, if your company receives individually identifiable health […]
HIPAA[1] is a complex healthcare privacy law that applies to many global technology companies which serve the U.S. healthcare industry. We are pleased to provide plain English definitions of the following key HIPAA terms.[2] COVERED ENTITY. The term “Covered Entity” includes a broad range of health care professionals, hospitals, […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought devastating loss and suffering worldwide, ushering in a period of frightening uncertainty affecting all facets of everyday life. During these difficult times, scammers have devised new ways to defraud American consumers — preying on the public’s fear and desperation. According to the Federal Trade […]
On July 22, 2020, Clint Eastwood filed suit in California federal court seeking “damages in the millions of dollars” from three companies that manufacture, distribute, and sell cannabidiol (“CBD”) products. According to the complaint, the defendants completely fabricated a Clint Eastwood interview and an on-line article in order to promote […]