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LAW 7312 - Information Privacy Law

Credits: 3

Covers in depth the numerous laws that protect individuals’ privacy. These laws include federal and state statutes - both general and sectoral - state privacy torts, contract law, and international laws such as the European General Data Protection Regulation. The focus is on creative and forward-thinking analysis of how privacy laws apply to emerging digital technologies and business practices. Course evaluations are based on participation and short essays submitted throughout the semester.


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