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The European Union is an economic and political partnership comprised of 27 nations within the Eurozone. The EU was established in 1948 to promote stability and cooperation among member states in the aftermath of WWII. The EU maintains a common currency as well as several intranational institutions, including the European Parliament and the European Commission. less -
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Tips for Paralegals and Litigation Support Professionals – August 2024

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8/2/2024 – EU 2024/1689 – Europe Tries to Reign in AI - This week the EU regulation 2024/1689, “laying down harmonised rules on artificial intelligence” became effective. The European Artificial Intelligence Act will regulate...more

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The Rapid Rise of AI, in Five Charts

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With remarkable speed, AI has evolved from an intriguing concept into a practical business tool that is drawing large investments and more regulatory oversight. The launch of generative AI (GenAI) tools in late 2022 helped...more

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New EU Regulation to Strengthen the Free Movement of Data

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The European Union is close to finalizing a new regulation on the free flow of non-personal data within the EU. This is part of an EU goal to remove technical and legislative barriers to open data flows, including data...more

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GDPR’s Most Frequently Asked Questions: What is a law firm’s lawful purpose for processing data that it receives from a client as...

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The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") is arguably the most comprehensive - and complex - data privacy regulation in the world. Although the GDPR went into force on May 25, 2018, there continues to...more

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GDPR: The Most Frequently Asked Questions: Is a Lawyer a Processor or a Controller?

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The European Union's General Data Protection Regulation ("GDPR") is arguably the most comprehensive - and complex - data privacy regulation in the world. Although the GDPR went into force on May 25, 2018, there continues to...more

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Privacy & Cybersecurity Update - July 2018

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In this month's edition of our Privacy & Cybersecurity Update, we examine California's new sweeping privacy law, two U.S. agencies' report on "botnet" threats and the European Parliament's call to suspend the Privacy Shield....more

Alston & Bird

On GDPR Day, Austrian DPA issues First Binding DPIA Whitelist

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The GDPR entered into force on May 25, 2018. One of the GDPR’s core going-forward obligations is the duty to conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) over processing activities that create a “high risk” to...more

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GDPR for Litigators

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The EU General Data Protection Regulation (universally known as GDPR) has become ubiquitous. Less understood is what GDPR means for disputes and contentious regulatory/enforcement matters. Virtually all evidence, whether in...more

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Will the GDPR Ease Cross-Border Data Transfers for Purposes of E-Discovery?

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As the clock ticks down to May 25, 2018, when the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) becomes fully enforceable throughout the EU, the Internet and airwaves have become saturated with guidance for...more

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati

GDPR—Collective Actions Under the Privacy Banner

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As application of the European Union’s (EU’s) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) quickly approaches, the enforcement authority of the European data protection authorities (DPAs) is rightfully on everyone’s mind. The...more

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GDPR May 25th Deadline Approaching – Businesses Globally Will Feel Impact

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In less than four months, the General Data Protection Regulation (the "GDPR" or the "Regulation") will take effect in the European Union/European Economic Area, giving individuals in the EU/EEA greater control over their...more

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Privacy & Data Security Team Launches Unique GDPR Tracker Website

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“To Harmonize or Not To Harmonize: That Is the Question.” With the the GDPR fast approaching on May 25, 2018, European Member States are getting ready with the implementation of national legislation. Although the GDPR is a...more

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GDPR: The Most Frequently Asked Questions: Are the Standard Contractual Clauses Enough?

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The European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) is arguably the most comprehensive – and complex – data privacy regulation in the world. As companies prepare for the GDPR to go into force on May 25, 2018,...more

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Clock Ticking, European Commission Launches GDPR Implementation Guidance Website

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With only four months remaining until the EU General Data Protection Regulation takes effect on May 25, 2018, the European Commission has launched a new website offering guidance on requirements and implementation targeted at...more

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What IP Practitioners Should Know About GDPR And Personal Data Protection In Europe

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In the European Union (“EU”), “everyone has the right to the protection of personal data concerning him or her” under the Charter of Fundamental Rights. Intellectual property is also protected as a fundamental right under the...more

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Consent under the GDPR: Official Guidance Now Available

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One of the most striking changes to EU privacy law under the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (which goes into effect May 25, 2018) is the very strict approach to user consent. For many years, companies operating in...more

Womble Bond Dickinson

GDPR Breach Notification Checklist

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U.S. companies now have to consider breach notification requirements under the GDPR in addition to data breach notification laws in the U.S. (enacted by 48 states and numerous regulators). Follow our chart to determine if...more

Knobbe Martens

Latest Developments in European Patent Law: How to Apply Them in Both the United States and Europe

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Agenda: • UK Supreme Court Decision on Infringement – “Equivalents” – Use of the prosecution history • Doctrine of Equivalents in the United States • Plausibility before the EPO and UK courts – Inventive step of...more

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The General Data Protection Regulation – Top 10 Considerations

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The clock is ticking and in less than a year the European Union (EU) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will be in full force. Companies should be getting ready now in order to avoid hefty fines for violations (up to...more

Hogan Lovells

Digital Single Market: “DSM in 5 minutes” – Brochure

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In this brand-new publication, our pan-European DSM Taskforce helps you plan for the changes by providing an overview of the Commission’s Digital Single Market strategy; what the key legislative measures will bring about and...more

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"Privacy & Cybersecurity Update - April 2017"

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In this edition of our Privacy & Cybersecurity Update, we examine a district court ruling against Wendy's that continues a shift toward an increase in merchants' data protection responsibilities and the Article 29 Working...more

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Lawyers as “Gate Keepers” – The European Parliament Examines the Roles of Attorneys in Tax Evasion and Laundering Schemes

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Starting on April 27, and finishing on May 2, the European Parliament (EP)’s Committee of Inquiry into Money Laundering, Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion (PANA) is holding two meetings to present several related studies which...more

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Brexit - UK Files for Divorce From European Union: What Should Companies Do Now to Prepare?

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Latest Developments - On 29 March 2017, the UK government delivered the formal notice to the other EU Member States that it is leaving the EU. The Brexit process is now formally under way. Companies of all sizes can...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Brexit and IP: 5 Things Brand Owners Should Do Now

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Following the Prime Minister’s triggering of Article 50 today, 29 March 2017, we have 2 years until the legislative reality of Brexit and its implications will truly impact IP owners. However, there are steps that brand...more

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U.S. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Win 4-0 Over Spanish Donuts

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A decision rendered by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) on March 2, 2017, affirming a General Court ruling and potentially ending a nearly twenty-year legal battle, is a reminder to trademark owners that what is generic in...more

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