SEC issues guidance clarifying reporting obligations for public companies relating to cybersecurity and cyber incidents.
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October 2011
The Social Media Manager/Guru/Wizard/Ninja/Diva
Have you hired a social media manager? A social media guru/wizard/ninja/diva? Each of these job "titles" are increasingly being used by companies to attract individuals who specialize in marketing a company’s brand and/or services in social media. A recent article in the Chicago Tribune and Los Angeles Times highlights just how prevalent these job titles …
Federal Contractors Required to Conduct Privacy Training Under Proposed Regulations
A proposed regulation would require federal contractors to conduct privacy training on at least 7 key areas before being given access to government records or handling personally identifiable information. Failing to provide the training potentially would put a halt to the contractor’s government work.
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New Director of Office of Civil Rights Speaks About HIPAA Enforcement
New director of the Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights, Leon Rodriguez, says, “enforcement promotes compliance.”…
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California to Restrict Employers’ Use of Credit Reports Beginning 2012
Beginning January 1, 2012, California will restrict an employer’s ability to obtain a credit report for employment purposes.
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HIPAA Audits to Begin Early 2012
Approximately 150 HIPAA on-site audits are scheduled to begin in early 2012. Covered entities and business associates should be aware of the nature and scope of these audits and what they should be doing to be prepare should they be selected.
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