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New York Sets Strict 30-Day Data Breach Notification Deadline as Governor Hochul Signs Enhanced Security Measure

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Albany, NY — In a significant legislative move, Governor Kathy Hochul of New York signed a pivotal amendment into law on December 24, 2024, strictly revising the state’s protocols for data breach notifications. This new mandate, which takes immediate effect, compels businesses to adhere to stricter notification timelines following an incident involving private data of New York residents. The legislation now requires that any breaches involving personal information must be reported to the affected New Yorkers within thirty days from the date the breach was identified. This directive aims to enhance protections for consumer data … Read more

Judge Sets January Sentencing for Trump, Rejects Presidential Immunity for President-Elect

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New York, NY – A recent ruling by Judge Juan Merchan has set the stage for January 10 when Donald Trump, the president-elect, is to be sentenced following his conviction in a case associated with hush-money payments. The case scrutinized Trump’s legal immunity as a forthcoming president, which he claimed should shield him from sentencing. The heart of the legal battle was whether Trump, as president-elect, could assert the same immunity that shields a sitting president from state prosecutions. Judge Merchan concluded that such immunity does not extend to president-elect status, which only becomes official … Read more

Qualcomm Cleared in Chip Licensing Trial, Sets Stage for Continued Expansion into Laptop and AI Markets

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Wilmington, Delaware – A federal jury in Delaware has ruled in favor of Qualcomm in a noteworthy legal dispute with Arm Holdings concerning the licensing of central processors, paving the way for Qualcomm’s expansion into the laptop segment. Despite this victory, the mixed verdict leaves some disputes unresolved, signaling potential for further legal entanglements. The jury decision came after a week-long trial, which did not resolve all the contentious points between the two technology giants. They agreed on Qualcomm’s use of Nuvia’s technology, a startup Qualcomm acquired in 2021 for $1.4 billion, affirming that the … Read more

Mexico’s New ‘Chair Law’ Sets the Stage for Healthier Work Environments

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Mexico City, Mexico – In a significant move towards improving workplace conditions, Mexico’s recently instituted “Ley Silla” or Chair Law, mandates provisions for employee seating and rest breaks. The legislation, which was made public on December 19, 2024, via the Official Federal Gazette, grants employers a 180-day compliance window starting from its publication date. The Chair Law principally affects those in the service, retail, and analogous sectors, where employees often endure extended periods of standing during shifts. The core requirements of this new law compel employers to furnish sufficient seats with backrests and permit employees … Read more