SGR’s Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Practice is focused on assisting our clients with implementing industry best practices for data privacy and security matters as well as meeting related compliance obligations under federal and state laws. Because concerns over privacy and data security continue to grow as businesses and consumers conduct more of their activities using online means and with electronic devices, compliance obligations arise in numerous settings and for companies in virtually every industry segment. Cybersecurity matters with which we regularly assist our clients include: Data breach assessments Employee privacy and monitoring issues Coordination of federal and state data breach incident responses State and federal… Read more
Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP has established a comprehensive practice to address various legal and commercial issues facing the emerging unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) industry (drone law). The United States is home to complicated airspace. With some of the world’s busiest airports, U.S. aviation includes commercial airliners, logistics and cargo aircraft, private aircraft and emergency responders. Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), more widely known as “drones,” have officially entered the scene and U.S. regulators, companies, and individuals are working to seamlessly integrate UAS into this airspace. As a complement to its historical Global Transport Practice, Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP established… Read more
The Technology Practice of Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP assists both providers and users of technology products and services across a wide array of transactional and litigation matters. We bring cutting-edge legal insight to the many technological innovations reshaping our society. Our experience spans technology transactions, cybersecurity, data privacy, social media, e-commerce, proprietary rights issues and emerging companies. Our attorneys remain abreast of the latest developments in areas such as blockchain, cryptocurrency, crowdfunding, “Big Data,” artificial intelligence and FinTech. By proactively anticipating problems and opportunities, we help clients mitigate risk exposure and forge agreements to leverage new technologies successfully. We… Read more
