Privacy Law Section

California Lawyers Association’s (CLA) Privacy Law Section has played a pivotal role in the State Bar of California’s official approval of Privacy Law as a certified legal specialization. The approval means that for the first time, a formalized track will allow attorneys to demonstrate their advanced proficiency in this rapidly evolving law specialty practice area. Read more

Social media platforms became online marketplaces where targeted ads and influencer endorsements shape consumer choices, raising data privacy concerns. Laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) regulate data use, impacting marketing tactics, while the FTC’s Endorsement Guides (Guides) ensure transparency in influencer marketing. Read more

A lot has changed since Grindr launched in 2009 as one of the few geolocation dating apps. Dating apps now have a plethora of filters to ensure users can find matches that align with their preferences and feel secure in their interactions. Read more

Language is often perceived as a neutral medium yet embeds historical and societal biases that significantly influence legal interpretation and outcomes. Read more

Data minimization is one of the core principles of privacy. While expressed differently across jurisdictions, the message has remained similar: entities should only collect, retain, and process personal data that is necessary for a specific purpose. Read more

The 2025 Privacy Summit was a huge hit, and we have the photos to prove it! Read more

Has it already been a year since the publication of our Inaugural Privacy Law Section Journal? It is with great pride and gratitude that we have curated another set of scholarship from some of the privacy profession’s foremost thought leaders, as they delve into this year’s most challenging technology and legal issues. How have privacy litigation trends evolved in 2024, and what are the newest U.S. state privacy laws to follow California’s lead? Read more

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California’s SB 362 ‘Delete Act’ is now just one of numerous U.S. laws specifically regulating data brokers, in addition to recent FTC consent decrees with companies engaged in various aspects of data licensing. This article explores the many ways in which companies may unknowingly qualify as a data broker, as well as other state and federal data broker compliance requirements or FTC guidance. Read more

Things happen quickly in the world of data privacy. With new laws being enacted, regulations continuing to develop and enforcements an ongoing reality, it can be difficult to track all the recent developments in U.S. comprehensive privacy regulation. This article will provide an update on the laws that will be in effect as of January 2025 and summarize important trends to be aware of. Read more