Blog Year End Review
The end of the year is a wonderful time to think, reflect, and plan for the future. This is true in business, personal life, and even here, on this blog! Let’s take this month to re-visit what was published here this year, wrapping up some important information and pieces of news in order to sum up this year and start the new year after some simple reflection. Starting with the beginning of 2018, let’s briefly examine the monthly blogs that were published:
January – 2018 Business Resolutions
We started the year fresh discussing how the new year brings about the need for new business goals! Every year is a chance to start fresh with bigger, better ideas, and a realistic plan to help you achieve them.
February – Ransomware and the Importance of Business Data Security
February’s blog concerned information about ransomware and how it can make an impact on businesses. It includes a description of what ransomware is, as well as how to prevent and otherwise stop an attack.
March – Best Practices for Protecting Digital Information
This blog concerned business liabilities related to the protection of personal and financial data, including best practices and some aspects to consider in increasing protection. It also includes steps to follow to ensure that proper security measures are in place.
April – Things to Consider if You’re Thinking About Leasing Property
When it comes to leasing, there are both financial and legal matters to consider first. This article discusses both aspects, providing thoughts on how to approach the process.
May – Thinking About the Continuity of Your Business? Consider These Issues
Buy-Sell Agreements or Buyout Agreements are important to understand if you’re thinking about the continuation of your business, regardless of how intimidating they may seem. This article explains some aspects of these agreements and what impact they may have on you and your business.
June – GDPR & Non-EU Businesses: Does the New Privacy Regulation Apply to You?
This article covers the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and how it relates to businesses. This new regulation sets in place rules about how consumer information is dealt with, including its storage and security.
July – The Constitution and Business Regulations
In honor of a month dedicated to the celebration of freedom, this blog focused on the Constitution! This included both the freedoms and restrictions it puts into place and how they affect business.
August – Four Questions for New Business Owners to Ask a Business Attorney
The blog this month covered the things new business owners might learn when they seek legal assistance! No matter the journey to kickstart your business, having a business attorney at your side can mean priceless help.
September – Five Things You Should Know About Arizona’s Data Breach Notification Statute
Arizona’s Data Breach Statute was recently updated and this month, we took the time to recognize and explain the change! This blog includes the basics about the statute as well as the changes and how they may impact businesses.
October – New Security Standards for Credit Reporting Agencies
In the continued aftermath of the massive 2017 Equifax data breach, new security standards were put into place for credit reporting agencies that must now be acknowledged. This blog examines the effects of these standards, as well as their overall impact on the way that data security is perceived.
November – Consequences of the Decision on LabMD v. Federal Trade Commission and How it Relates to Your Business
This blog covers the court case involving LabMD and the FTC, as well as the impact it will have on business and information security. It also discusses how the ruling may be crucial to changing how information security is regulated and the way businesses are penalized.
These blogs all cover important topics, over a broad range of material that concerns individuals, businesses, and consumers. They are based on both timely news as well as timeless advice to keep in mind. Moving into the new year, take a moment to re-read any topics that you would like a refresher on and join us in reflection about the future of your business.
The information presented here is for general educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and does not create an attorney-client relationship.