Focused on Privacy BLOG

Welcome to the Focused On Privacy Blog! From breaking developments, to nuanced issues I encounter, to resources available across the internet–this blog is designed to provide a resource for both the beginner privacy enthusiast and the seasoned expert alike.

Federal Court Blocks Virginia’s One-Hour Social Media Limit for Minors

The U.S. District Court has temporarily blocked Virginia Senate Bill 854, which imposed social media restrictions on minors, due to concerns over First Amendment violations and its likely overinclusive nature.
Erin Illman Discusses Key Legal Insights from SonicWall Case

Bradley attorney Erin Illman was quoted in Dark Reading on the Marquis v. SonicWall lawsuit, describing it as more than a single dispute over a ransomware incident. This case signals potential industrywide implications. Erin Illman Quoted in Dark Reading on the Implications of the Marquis v. SonicWall Lawsuit | Insights & Events | Bradley
Connecticut Doubles Down on Children and Digital Privacy: What the 2025 CTDPA Report Reveals

In a newly released 2025 enforcement report, Connecticut Attorney General Tong announced sweeping actions under the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), signaling a more aggressive era of privacy enforcement. The report not only outlines the Office of the Attorney General’s enforcement efforts over the past year but also reveals multiple active and ongoing investigations into…
Erin Illman Added to Chambers Global List for Privacy and Data Security

I am thrilled to be recognized in the Chambers Global List for Privacy and Data Security: Cybersecurity, highlighting top lawyers and firms based on extensive research and recommendations.
CISA Hits Pause: Industry Gets Another Say on Cyber Incident Rule

CISA is seeking stakeholder feedback on its proposed rule under the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022. Town hall meetings in March aim to refine the rule’s scope, address compliance concerns, and clarify requirements related to significant cyber incidents.
The New Wave of “Shine the Light” Demand Letters under California Law

Although the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act, (“CCPA”) is the first thing that comes to mind when asked about privacy rights in California, there is another long-standing privacy statute commonly known as the “Shine the Light” (STL) law, codified at California Civil Code § 1798.83 that is seeking…