Privacy

Nebraska Attorney General Takes Aim at GM and OnStar in Data Privacy Lawsuit for Unlawful Collection of Driving Data

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LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraska’s Attorney General Mike Hilgers has announced a lawsuit against General Motors LLC and OnStar LLC, accusing the companies of illegally collecting and selling sensitive driving data from Nebraskans without their consent. The lawsuit, submitted to the Lancaster County District Court, claims GM’s actions violate the Nebraska Consumer Protection Act and the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act. The legal filing asserts that GM incorporated telematics systems into its vehicles to monitor various data, including speed, seatbelt usage, driving behaviors, and geographic locations. The collected data was packaged and sold to third-party brokers, … Read more

Judge Rules Against Social Media Scrutiny in Student Visa Case, Upholding Privacy Rights

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U.S. District Judge Tanisha L. E. Wright in Washington, D.C., has decided to dismiss a case concerning the social media vetting of international students seeking visas. This ruling comes as part of an ongoing legal controversy involving the potential implications of such evaluations in immigration practices. The case centered around the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) policy that mandated social media checks for visa applicants. Opponents of the policy argued that it infringed on First Amendment rights and raised concerns about privacy and the potential for discrimination. The administration maintained that the vetting process was … Read more

Navigating the Changing Landscape of Data Privacy: What You Need to Know

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The landscape of data privacy laws is changing rapidly, as lawmakers across the globe grapple with balancing consumer protection and the interests of businesses. In California, the implementation of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) has sparked a dialogue about the need for stricter privacy regulations and how they may influence the tech industry. The CCPA, which took effect in 2020, empowers California residents to assert greater control over their personal information. It requires companies to be transparent about data collection practices and grants individuals the right to access, delete, and opt out of selling … Read more

California Privacy Law Limits Access to TribLIVE: Users Face Restrictions on Features

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California residents accessing TribLIVE.com may face limitations due to state privacy laws. Users will find that features such as videos and social media functionalities have been disabled unless they opt to proceed under certain conditions. The site offers an option to continue with basic functionality, which effectively declines the sale of personal data. For those visiting from outside California, there is an invitation to update their location for an enhanced browsing experience. This adjustment could provide users with access to more interactive features available on the site. Visitors have the opportunity to manage their preferences … Read more