When evaluating where artificial intelligence has had the most impact, many think of their personal use of AI or the integration of AI into many consumer applications. The use of AI in the employment context is on the back burner for many, but it has become a significant issue.

The Constangy Cyber Team continues to expand our capabilities with the addition of three exceptional attorneys who joined the team this month. Madison Balasek, Aaron Davis, and Ashley Waring and bring impressive credentials and experience in data privacy and cybersecurity law, enhancing our ability to respond swiftly and strategically to client needs in a rapidly evolving landscape.

In Perlaki v. J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc., a data breach class action, Magistrate Judge Andrew M. Edison of the Southern District of Texas found that the plaintiff had standing to sue under Article III of the United States Constitution but recommended dismissal of the plaintiff’s data breach plaintiff’s claims under Texas law.

As cyberattacks and cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, safeguarding employee benefit plans, including health and welfare plans, is crucial. The Employee Benefits Security Administration of the U.S. Department of Labor has published an update to its guidance initially issued in April 2021 on cybersecurity best practices for plan sponsors and fiduciaries.