Data security law in 2011: States remain the center of attention

• February 17th, 2011
• Posted in Breach Notification . Healthcare Breach

While state laws requiring “reasonable” data security have had a positive impact, data breach notification laws have had the most profound effect on the improvement of data security. These laws have motivated companies – through negative incentives – to improve data security to avoid publicity, embarrassment, and the risk of notification. [ READ MORE ]