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The CFPB Gets Payback on Buy Now, Pay Later Lenders
By A.J. Firstman | Last updated on
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued an interpretive rule confirming that buy now, pay later (BNPL) lenders meet enough criteria to...
When Do Therapists Have to Disclose Threats?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
Mental health professionals typically have a duty to maintain doctor-patient confidentiality with their clients under HIPAA. This confidentiality covers...
Air Travelers Get Payback
By A.J. Firstman | Last updated on
The U.S. Transportation Department recently announced the finalization of two new rules that should make air travel slightly more pleasant ... or at least less...
Consumer Reports Uncovers Lead in Lunchables
By Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
A recent investigation by Consumer Reports has revealed lead in Lunchables and other similar snack packs. The report has alarmed consumers and prompted a...
Neurotechnology: The Next Legal Battleground for Privacy
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
If you feel our world increasingly resembles a science fiction story, you aren't alone. Major players in the tech world are developing cutting-edge...
Google Settles Lawsuit by Purging Billions of Personal Records
By Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
In a landmark settlement agreement, Google has agreed to delete billions of records containing personal information of more than 136 million U.S. users who...