Software development projects can be the source of very expensive and contentious disputes. Projects may fall behind, requirements may change, and may be personnel turnover. This makes the terms of the contract governing the project vitally important. A software development contract that does not lay out the precise expectations of […]
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End User Encryption and HIPAA
Note: This is the second article in a two-part series on HIPAA and data security and encryption. The June edition of the Health Law Advisory included an article by Michael Chase discussing recent HIPAA settlements due, at least in part, to a failure to properly encrypt PHI. One of the […]
The EEOC’s Updated (and Expanded) Guidance on Pregnancy Discrimination
On July 14, 2014, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its Enforcement Guidance on Pregnancy Discrimination and Related Issues, along with a Q&A document and a Fact Sheet. The agency indicated that it has been seeing a significant number of charges alleging pregnancy discrimination. The enforcement guidance is […]
“Standard” Construction Documents – Some Traps for the Unwary
Beginning a major construction project can be an exciting time for an organization. During this time, there are a multitude of decisions that need to be made – programming, budgeting, financing and architect and contractor selection, to name a few. One of the most important decisions an owner can make […]
HIPAA Audits Round 2: OCR’s Cards Revealed
In February, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced it would begin a second round of HIPAA compliance audits. At the time, the details of these planned audits were murky at best. That’s all starting to change, thanks to a series of presentations being given by OCR officials at various […]