consumer

New Hampshire Passes Comprehensive Privacy Law, Becoming 15th State to Protect Consumer Data

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Concord, New Hampshire – New Hampshire has joined the ranks of states with comprehensive privacy laws, as Governor Chris Sununu signed SB 255 into law on March 6, 2024. With this move, New Hampshire becomes the 15th state to establish such legislation, aiming to protect consumer data in the digital age. SB 255 applies to individuals and businesses that conduct business in the state or produce products/services targeted at New Hampshire residents. The law specifies two thresholds for applicability: processing personal data of either 35,000 unique consumers or 10,000 unique consumers with a revenue share … Read more

Kansas Attorney General Takes Legal Action Against TikTok Over Consumer Protection Concerns

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TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt has taken legal action against popular social media platform TikTok, filing a consumer protection lawsuit with the aim of addressing alleged privacy concerns and data security issues. The move follows similar actions taken by other states, including California and New York, which have raised concerns regarding the platform’s handling of user data. The lawsuit filed by Schmidt alleges that TikTok failed to adequately inform its users about the types of personal data it collects and how that data is used and shared. Additionally, it claims that the … Read more

Fight for Justice: Understanding Mass Torts and Ensuring Consumer Safety

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Houston, Texas – Consumers rely on a wide array of products and services provided by businesses every day. From drinking water to cars, food to medication, we trust that these goods will be safe and thoroughly tested. However, there are instances where individuals and companies fail to adequately protect consumers, putting them at risk of harm and injury. When multiple people are affected by the same product or situation, it often leads to a mass tort case. A mass tort is a civil lawsuit that arises when an act or omission causes harm to numerous … Read more

State Legislatures Continue to Tackle Privacy Issues With New Consumer, Children’s, Biometric, and Health Data Bills

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Madison, Wisconsin – As state legislatures across the country get underway with their 2024 sessions, lawmakers are already focusing on a range of privacy bills, including those related to consumer data, children’s privacy, biometric data, consumer health data, and data brokerage. This marks the fifth year of tracking proposed state privacy legislation, with Husch Blackwell providing weekly updates, a state privacy law tracker map, and additional resources for clients. In an effort to make information more accessible, Husch Blackwell is changing its format this year. Instead of lengthy blog posts, the firm will provide bill … Read more