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Antonella C.
I am a business transactional & trademark attorney with 15 years experience in the law firm and in-house settings. I am barred in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. I currently own my own practice serving businesses and entrepreneurs with business transactional and IP law.
August 10, 2023
Jeanilou M.
Jeanilou G.T. Maschhoff has over 20 years of comprehensive business operations, finance, and development experience in addition to being a licensed attorney in California and Hawaii. She zealously works as a Trusted Advisor, Business/Brand Consultant, and Advocate for small businesses, non-profit organizations, and personal brands. She is dedicated to helping female business owners and professionals in the entertainment, beauty, fashion, and wellness industries make their goals a reality. She uses her diversified expertise to provide a holistic approach to addressing business and legal needs. Acting as a trusted advisor and outsourced general counsel, she assists on an array of business and personal matters. Passionate about social justice and assisting underrepresented populations, Jeanilou started her legal career working in the non-profit sector working towards access to justice and gender equity. She continues to assist non-profit organizations in many capacities and actively looks to partner businesses with charitable causes, creating a synergistic effect that benefits not only the organizations involved but our society as a whole. As an early adopter of the virtual practice of law, Jeanilou has been assisting law firms and solo practitioners adjust to the remote delivery of legal services and helping businesses explore Web 3.0.
Kim A.
30 year practitioner. Seasoned but not old. Wide variety of practice areas, including criminal, domestic and civil law.
August 14, 2023
Jacob W.
Background in Engineering, Masters in Business, Licensed Patent Attorney. Reviewed countless title reports, and land contracts. If you have a problem with Real Estate I can solve it.
September 2, 2023
Jeffrey J.
I have been in business development for 15 years before becoming an attorney. As an attorney, I help companies navigate legal challenges that they face.
August 15, 2023
Anthony V.
Anthony M. Verna III, is the managing partner at Verna Law, P.C. With a strong focus on Trademark, Copyright, Domain Names, Entertainment, and Advertising law, Verna Law, P.C. strives to provide all Intellectual Property services a modern business of any size may need to market and promote itself better. From the very early concept stage, Verna Law, P.C. can conduct a comprehensive, all-encompassing search and analysis on any proposed trademark to head off complications. Once the proposed concept enters the Alpha stage, Verna Law, P.C. can seamlessly switch to handling registration, protection, and if needed, defense of registered trademarks, copyrights, and domain names, as well as prosecution of entities violating said rights. Verna Law, P.C. also provides intellectual property counseling and services tailored to fit into your business’ comprehensive growth strategy. This shows as many of Verna Law, P.C.’s clients are international: from China, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Germany, Verna Law’s reach is worldwide. Additionally, Verna Law, P.C., can handle your business’ Entertainment and Advertising law needs by helping your business create advertising and promotions that keep competitors and regulators at bay. Located in the shadow of New York City, Verna Law, P.C. has a global reach that will provide clients with the most vigorous Intellectual Property advocate available. Anthony M. Verna III is a member of the New York and New Jersey Bars, as well as the U.S. District Court Southern District of New York. He is a sought-after business speaker, including regular appearances at the World Board Gaming Championships, Business Marketing Association of New Jersey, and Columbian Lawyers Association.
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Can a website owner change their privacy policy without notifying users?
I recently discovered that a website I have been using for several years has made changes to their privacy policy without notifying users. This concerns me because I value my privacy and want to know how my personal information is being handled. I am wondering if it is legal for a website owner to change their privacy policy without informing users and if there are any regulations or requirements in place to protect users' rights in such situations.
Danny J.
Website owners can indeed change their privacy policy, but the legality and best practices surrounding such changes are nuanced and depend on several factors: 1. Material Changes: If the changes are substantial, such as altering how personal information is collected, used, or shared, website owners are generally required to notify users and, in some cases, obtain consent. 2. Legal Requirements: Various laws and regulations, such as the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), mandate specific notification procedures for privacy policy updates. 3. User Expectations: Even when not legally required, notifying users of changes is considered a best practice to maintain transparency and trust. 4. Methods of Notification: Common notification methods include: - Email notifications - Website banners or pop-ups - Blog posts or news updates on the website 5. Timing and Consent: For material changes, it's often advisable to provide advance notice and, in some cases, obtain user consent before the new policy takes effect. While it's concerning that the website you've been using made changes without notification, the legality of their action depends on various factors, including the nature of the changes, applicable laws in your jurisdiction, and the website's previous commitments in their policy. Given the complexity of privacy laws and the potential legal implications of improper policy changes, it would be prudent to have an expert review your specific situation. A legal professional could: 1. Assess the materiality of the changes made 2. Determine if any laws were violated 3. Advise on potential recourse if your rights were infringed 4. Help you understand your options as a user Would you like to discuss this matter further and explore how we can protect your privacy rights in this situation?
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