Presented by Rockpoint Legal Funding EL SEGUNDO, Calif. , Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer protection laws are constantly evolving to keep pace with new technologies, changing business practices, and shifting market conditions.
In 2024, several pivotal legal cases are shaking up the landscape, redefining what it means to safeguard consumer rights. From landmark decisions in data privacy to rulings on product liability, these cases are poised to leave a lasting impact on how consumers are protected under the law. Data Privacy and the Right to Be Forgotten: Johnson v.
DataShield Corp. One of the most important cases this year is Johnson v. DataShield Corp.
The U.S. Supreme Court decided if people can ask companies to delete their personal data.
The plaintiff argued that DataShield had violated his privacy by refusing to remove his information upon request. The case raises important questions about data privacy today. This is especially true as U.
S. laws change, following Europe's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The Court backed Johnson confirming that people can ask to have their personal data removed under certain conditions.
This decision marks a huge step in establishing the "right to be forgotten." Businesses, particularly tech companies, financial institutions, and retailers, will likely face stricter requirements in managing consumer data going forward. Robert Chambers , Executive Vice President and Head of Underwriting at Rockpoint Legal Funding , encou.