Iris Fischer, Attorney, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP to Speak at KC’s Cyber Security Litigation: What You Need to Know in 2015 Live Webcast
New York, NY, December 01, 2014 --(PR.com)-- The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Iris Fischer, Attorney, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled: “Cyber Security Litigation: What You Need to Know in 2015.” This event is scheduled for January 13, 2015 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (ET).
For further details, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/event_name/cyber-security-litigation-what-you-need-to-know-in-2015-live-webcast/
About Iris Fischer
Iris has a diversified litigation practice that includes expertise in privacy and freedom of information legislation, white collar crime defense and investigations, media and defamation, and constitutional matters. Iris has particular expertise in helping clients manage and respond to crisis situations, including cyber-attacks and data breaches.
Iris conducts internal investigations on behalf of companies and boards, represents clients on compliance matters and has experience defending clients against criminal and regulatory charges, including foreign corruption matters. She has advised clients in many industries, including financial services, mining and resources, and health care/pharmaceutical.
Iris regularly acts for the media on a range of matters, and has extensive experience advising clients on reputation management issues and litigating defamation cases.
About Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
As one of Canada’s top business law firms, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) provides exceptional legal services to leading businesses in Canada and around the world. We focus on building long-term relationships with clients, providing unparalleled client service and the highest standard of legal advice, always informed by the business context.
Thanks to our clients, Blakes was ranked as having the leading law firm brand in Acritas’ Canadian Law Firm Index 2014, which measures law firm brands most favoured by top companies in Canada and internationally. We were also the only Canadian firm to be named “Canada Law Firm of the Year” for six consecutive years in the Who’s Who Legal Awards 2014 and “Law Firm of the Year: Canada” for the fourth time in the Chambers Global Awards 2013.
Serving a diverse national and international client base, our integrated network of 11 offices worldwide provides clients with access to the Firm’s full spectrum of capabilities in virtually every area of business law. Whether an issue is local or multi-jurisdictional, practice-area specific or interdisciplinary, Blakes handles transactions of all sizes and levels of complexity.
Event Synopsis:
In a two hour live webcast, a panel of key thought leaders and practitioners assembled by the Knowledge Group will provide an in-depth discussion on the latest insights and developments regarding Cyber Security Litigation in 2015.
Recent breaches of security have encouraged federal and state lawmakers, regulators, and attorneys general to focus on how entities and government agencies are protecting consumer information from un-authorized access. New rules and regulations are being formulated and lawsuits are being filed more frequently. Many businesses will face scrutiny regarding their compliance and face increased risk of liability and litigation due to breaches.
Key topics include:
Cyber-Security Breaches
Cyber-Security Regulations
Breach Litigation Risks
Putative Class Actions
Privacy Law Claims – Un-Fair Competition
Common Law Claims – Tort
Litigation Outcomes – Standing, Class Certification, Cognizable Damages
Security and Breach Risk Avoidance Methods
About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
The Knowledge Congress was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org
For further details, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/event_name/cyber-security-litigation-what-you-need-to-know-in-2015-live-webcast/
About Iris Fischer
Iris has a diversified litigation practice that includes expertise in privacy and freedom of information legislation, white collar crime defense and investigations, media and defamation, and constitutional matters. Iris has particular expertise in helping clients manage and respond to crisis situations, including cyber-attacks and data breaches.
Iris conducts internal investigations on behalf of companies and boards, represents clients on compliance matters and has experience defending clients against criminal and regulatory charges, including foreign corruption matters. She has advised clients in many industries, including financial services, mining and resources, and health care/pharmaceutical.
Iris regularly acts for the media on a range of matters, and has extensive experience advising clients on reputation management issues and litigating defamation cases.
About Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP
As one of Canada’s top business law firms, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) provides exceptional legal services to leading businesses in Canada and around the world. We focus on building long-term relationships with clients, providing unparalleled client service and the highest standard of legal advice, always informed by the business context.
Thanks to our clients, Blakes was ranked as having the leading law firm brand in Acritas’ Canadian Law Firm Index 2014, which measures law firm brands most favoured by top companies in Canada and internationally. We were also the only Canadian firm to be named “Canada Law Firm of the Year” for six consecutive years in the Who’s Who Legal Awards 2014 and “Law Firm of the Year: Canada” for the fourth time in the Chambers Global Awards 2013.
Serving a diverse national and international client base, our integrated network of 11 offices worldwide provides clients with access to the Firm’s full spectrum of capabilities in virtually every area of business law. Whether an issue is local or multi-jurisdictional, practice-area specific or interdisciplinary, Blakes handles transactions of all sizes and levels of complexity.
Event Synopsis:
In a two hour live webcast, a panel of key thought leaders and practitioners assembled by the Knowledge Group will provide an in-depth discussion on the latest insights and developments regarding Cyber Security Litigation in 2015.
Recent breaches of security have encouraged federal and state lawmakers, regulators, and attorneys general to focus on how entities and government agencies are protecting consumer information from un-authorized access. New rules and regulations are being formulated and lawsuits are being filed more frequently. Many businesses will face scrutiny regarding their compliance and face increased risk of liability and litigation due to breaches.
Key topics include:
Cyber-Security Breaches
Cyber-Security Regulations
Breach Litigation Risks
Putative Class Actions
Privacy Law Claims – Un-Fair Competition
Common Law Claims – Tort
Litigation Outcomes – Standing, Class Certification, Cognizable Damages
Security and Breach Risk Avoidance Methods
About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series
The Knowledge Congress was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: www.knowledgecongress.org
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www.knowledgecongress.org
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