Kimberly Gross Kimberly Gross

Kentucky Joins the Ranks of State Data Privacy Legislation

With the signing of the Kentucky Consumer Data Privacy Act (“the Kentucky CDPA”) on April 4, 2024 by Governor Andy Beshear, the state has become the fifteenth state in the US to enact comprehensive data privacy legislation on the state level, going into effective on January 1, 2026.  Like other states, the Kentucky CDPA does not address vehicle performance data (“VPD”) specifically, but it is implicated.

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Kimberly Gross Kimberly Gross

Are Tesla’s Arbitration Provisions a Death Knell for Class Action Litigation?

In recent years, Tesla has been at the center of consumer rights and corporate accountability debates for its approach to dispute resolution mechanisms, notably through its use of forced arbitration provisions to thwart class action litigation. This legal mechanism plays a significant role in shaping its relationship with consumers, and understanding the intricate details of these protocols is crucial for both Tesla enthusiasts and critics alike.

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Kimberly Gross Kimberly Gross

New Hampshire Makes Fourteen: State Data Privacy Law Update

Shortly following New Jersey, New Hampshire has become the fourteenth state to enact comprehensive data privacy legislation with the signing of Senate Bill 255 by NH Governor Chris Sununu. The law will with go into effect on January 1, 2025. This law, like most other states, does not directly address vehicle performance data (“VPD”), but it is implicated in several aspects.

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