Data Protection Solicitors
Personal data refers to information that pertains to living individuals (referred to as data subjects) that can be used to identify them either alone or when combined with other data. Sensitive personal data, which includes details about a person's ethnic or racial background, physical and mental health, and other such information, is afforded additional protection. Currently, the control and processing of personal data is regulated by the Data Protection Act. However, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which came into effect on May 25, 2018, now governs the processing and handling of personal data. When the UK leaves the EU, the Data Protection Act will align with the GDPR. Most data controllers are required to notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) annually before processing any personal data. Breaching the Data Protection Act is considered a criminal offense for which individuals may be held liable. With the introduction of the GDPR, penalties for such offenses will increase. Our data protection solicitors are available to help you comply with current laws, including the GDPR, and provide advice whenever changes to the law occur.
Experts In Data Protection & Privacy Law
Our team can assist you across all areas of data protection & privacy law, including:
- Cybersecurity
- Data Breaches & Incident Management
- Data Governance
- Data Protection Health Check
- Data Protection Impact Assessments
- Data Protection Officer Support Services
- GDPR Compliance
- GDPR Training
What We Do At Trademark Nova: Data Protection & GDPR Legal Advice
As the owner of a growing business, protecting your company data is vital, alongside complying with strict new data protection regulations contained in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. And with the new ePrivacy Regulation coming into effect, your business will face even more regulatory burden. It’s important to be prepared.
Our data protection solicitors can advise you on a range of data protection law, from what is covered by data protection, preventing breaches and violations to who needs to register, and following the principles in the Data Protection Act 2018.
With the GDPR in full swing since 25 May 2018, you will need legal advice on your existing data and privacy processes to make sure you remain compliant with this new regulation.
We can provide an expert service, covering all data protection issues your business could encounter. Our service includes explaining and dealing with:
Your obligations under the current Data Protection Act 2018 and the GDPR
Your data processing and sharing agreements
When you need to appoint a data protection officer and their duties of governance
Due diligence when appointing new business partners
Data retention and when records should be destroyed
Subject access requests and the new subject rights under GDPR
Contractual agreements and data protection clauses to protect your business
Any registration processes
Electronic communications and marketing
Buying and selling databases
Formal enforcement action by the regulator (ICO)
Data protection assessments and audits
Conducting a data privacy impact assessment
Data breach issues, including reporting
Staff training
Drafting data protection policies and processes
Your obligations over the handling of employee data, recruitment and monitoring practices
Data export issues with countries outside of Europe that do not provide ‘an adequate level of protection’ under EU law
Why Choose Our Data Protection Solicitors?
At Trademark Nova, our data protection solicitors promise to work with you and provide clear, jargon-free advice that allows you to manage your business while complying with various data protection rules. Additionally, some of our legal staff are member of the International Association of Privacy Individuals (IAPP).
With the regulation of personal data coming under increasing scrutiny, organisations can expect tighter rules and higher fines for non-compliance. In this technical area, we provide clear commercial advice that allows you to manage your business effectively, while remaining compliant.
The law around data protection is constantly adapting and changing, so we’ll also advise you on an ongoing basis regarding any new legislation or laws being introduced that could have an impact on your business.
Over the years we have also developed valuable working relationships with regulators, including the Information Commissioner’s Office.
Legal Support Designed to Fit Your Business Needs
Our legal team at Trademark Nova can assist with creating and implementing data protection policies, conducting risk assessments, and handling any data breaches that may occur. They can also help ensure that your business is compliant with regulations. By working with a legal team to develop a customized data protection strategy, businesses can mitigate the risks associated with data breaches and safeguard their customers' sensitive information.
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