Snapchat: reason for car crashes or just another phone app?
In the midst of forever advancing technology, can applications such as Snapchat be held liable for wrecks caused as a result of distracted drivers’ usage? ...[Continue Reading]
Technology and the Law
Examining the intersection of technology and the law, particularly focusing on the legal implications of technological developments.
Suit claims that Uber’s pricing algorithm is an alleged antitrust violation and a form of price-fixing
Joining a pending class action for employee misclassification, another lawsuit is filed against Uber for alleged price fixing violating antitrust laws. ...[Continue Reading]
“Panama Papers” becomes largest data leak to date
After the release of over 11 million confidential documents, several world leaders and well-known organizations are having their financial practices closely scrutinized. ...[Continue Reading]
Strange Bedfellows: Apple, terrorists, the FBI, and really old law
The issue of whether Apple must provide the FBI with software needed to obtain data from the iPhone of one of the San Bernardino attackers has entered the court system. ...[Continue Reading]
Computer Glitch Causes Mistaken Early Release of More Than 3,000 Inmates
The Department of Corrections (DOC) in Washington State has come under fire after a computer glitch in its system led to the early release of more than 3,000 inmates in the state since 2002. The Department has been aware of the glitch since 2012. ...[Continue Reading]
European Court Gives Virtual Currency a Boost: How Will This Affect the IRS?
The European Union has decided not to apply a value-added tax to the exchange of virtual currencies. Will this ruling affect how the IRS treats virtual currencies? ...[Continue Reading]
DOJ Makes Revisions to Cell-Site Simulator Policy and Broadens Warrant Requirements for Cell Phone Surveillance: What Does This Change Mean to You?
The United States Department of Justice's announces that it will begin requiring federal agents to obtain a warrant before using cell-site simulator. ...[Continue Reading]
Hey driver, do you even work here?
In an ongoing class action lawsuit, Uber drivers challenge the line between employee and independent contractor. ...[Continue Reading]
House of Commons Approves Exception to Ban on Human Genetic Modification
If the House of Lords votes in favor of the law, the UK will be the first country to allow the creation of a “three-parent baby.” ...[Continue Reading]
Catching high drivers could get easier with a new test
A Washington State University Professor is attempting to develop the marijuana equivalent of a breathalyzer which may substantially aid law enforcement in DWI stops. ...[Continue Reading]
One New Message: “You’re Going to Court!”
Social media has created new opportunities for libel, harassment, and even serious crimes. ...[Continue Reading]
Doxing: A Legal Violation of Privacy
Doxing is the practice of compiling someone’s information from the internet and releasing it to cause harm. In most cases, it is (almost) perfectly legal. ...[Continue Reading]
Broadband Discrimination, by any other name, would smell just as rotten
The FCC has its final open commission meeting of the year today—updated net neutrality rules will not be on the agenda as originally intended. ...[Continue Reading]
Reviewing the Reviews
The online review company Yelp has recently faced a number of court cases over unfair business practices. ...[Continue Reading]
Uber attempts to close “insurance gaps,” but leaves some lawmakers skeptical
Uber CEO Travis Kalanick has revamped the company’s insurance policy in an attempt to close controversial “insurance gaps” created by the service. ...[Continue Reading]
