Privacy

Privacy has become an essential component of corporate risk management for almost any company. The upsurge of data resulting from innovation and expansion in information technology has thrust privacy issues to the forefront. Wildman Harrold has unique experience working with companies to manage this critical part of the legal and business landscape. We develop workable, business-centered compliance solutions for companies of all sizes, national and international in scope, addressing the legal issues surrounding online and offline data relating to customers, employees, independent contractors, vendors, and other third parties.

Our clients include entertainment and media companies, promotion agencies, retailers, technology companies and financial institutions. Our experience includes: 

• Working with national and multinational corporations to establish a corporate-wide privacy and security compliance structure that addresses both the most significant risks and the business culture 
• Drafting key policies and guidelines to address compliance with applicable laws
• Assisting with Safe Harbor self-certification for clients with EU operations and assisting clients with compliance with international data protection regulations 
• Drafting web site privacy policies, terms of use and other user agreements 
• Addressing the privacy issues that arise in marketing campaigns, including the legal issues connected with e-mails, wireless promotions, sweepstakes and contests, and offline promotions
• Developing internal training programs addressing key privacy and security compliance issues