The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) is a U.S. federal anti-hacking law enacted in 1986 that criminalizes unauthorized access to protected computers and allows...
Data breach liability is the legal responsibility a business has when personal data is exposed, often triggering mandatory notice obligations—many U.S. states require notification within...
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) is a state privacy law that gives California residents rights to know, access, delete, and opt out of the...
An environmental impact assessment (EIA) is a pre-approval review that predicts a proposed project’s likely environmental impacts and mitigation measures. It evaluates effects on air,...
Regulatory compliance is an organization’s adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards that govern its operations. It helps reduce legal exposure, avoid fines and...
A consent agreement is a legally binding settlement between a government agency and a person or business that resolves a dispute without going to court....
FDA approval is the FDA’s authorization to market a medical product in the U.S. after scientific review of safety and effectiveness. It typically requires preclinical...
Cybercrime is any illegal activity that uses computers, digital devices, or networks, and in 2023 the FBI recorded more than 880,000 cybercrime complaints. It can...
