Protecting your business by protecting your data
In today’s online economy, privacy and cybersecurity concerns and data protection strategies need practical, tailored solutions that minimize risks and maximize peace of mind. Whether navigating complex data privacy requirements, responding to a data security incident or helping to proactively manage legal risks with respect to cybersecurity, Foster Garvey’s attorneys work with clients on compliance and preparedness. Our clients include businesses, vendors and individuals across industries such as hospitality, technology, healthcare, communications, retail, government contracting, banking, insurance, entertainment, transportation and more, and we tackle these challenges with thoughtful, forward-looking legal strategies.
Our interdisciplinary team combines legal know-how with an understanding of emerging trends to help clients address a variety of cybersecurity and data privacy issues, including risk assessments and ongoing compliance, harmonization with employment and vendor practices, cybersecurity preparedness, insurance coverage, investigations and incident response coordination, and related disputes and litigation.
In this field, we advise clients on the legal, regulatory and contractual demands tied to the collection, use, storage and retention of valuable and sensitive data. We have tools to help prepare and update internal and external privacy policy documents, regularly draft and negotiate data processing agreements, data sharing arrangements and collaborate with vendors and IT professionals on contractual frameworks that govern the use and exchange of information. We also develop and refine related website terms and conditions, cookie disclosures, ADA obligations and other public-facing policies to support compliance and transparency. Our team is also ready to assist in the event of a cyber or data incident, providing swift and effective guidance and resources to mitigate risks, and address regulatory inquiries, or in connection with a demand or claim related to privacy, cybersecurity, data protection or related compliance issues.
Risk Assessments, Compliance and Planning
Our privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection team works closely with clients and technical experts to provide relevant tools to internally assess risks and build tailored compliance programs and documents. Data privacy requirements are complex, and in connection with privacy regulations, employment practices, trade secret protocols and SEC disclosure requirements, we help you stay ahead of evolving obligations and best-practice guidelines to build and refine policies that reduce exposure.
Data Incident Response Team
As soon as an incident is suspected, time is of the essence for businesses and individuals, and responding typically requires critical legal advice. Our team is ready to assist you in managing consumer and regulatory notification obligations and minimizing litigation risks in the event of a data or security incident, and to also proactively prepare for this inevitability.
Insurance Coverage – Cybersecurity
We know that navigating insurance options for cyber risks and data security can be overwhelming. Members of our team can help you review your current policies, evaluate new insurance products and negotiate cyber insurance policies based on your particular needs and options.
Privacy, Data Protection & Cybersecurity Litigation
When disputes arise, our qualified litigators are here to defend your interests. From consumer protection and ADA claims, trade secret and data loss issues, to complex class action cases, we have experience in helping to safeguard your interests in this ever-changing legal landscape and providing competent legal counsel throughout the response process to better protect your business and reputation.
In an era where data is both an asset and a liability, our multidisciplinary team spanning privacy, intellectual property, commercial transactions, employment and litigation, help clients meet the moment with clarity, confidence and legal precision and guide them through every step.
