Biometrics Litigation: An Evolving Landscape | Practical Law

Biometrics Litigation: An Evolving Landscape | Practical Law

This Article examines the legal landscape surrounding the collection and use of biometric data. In particular, this Article addresses the common definitions of biometrics, typical commercial uses of biometric data, enacted and proposed legislation governing the use of biometric data, recently filed biometrics class actions and the future of this type of litigation, and best practices for organizations to promote compliance, and minimize enforcement and litigation risk.

Biometrics Litigation: An Evolving Landscape

Practical Law Article w-001-8264 (Approx. 20 pages)

Biometrics Litigation: An Evolving Landscape

by Michael P. Daly, Kathryn E. Deal, Seamus C. Duffy, Matthew J. Fedor, Michael W. McTigue Jr., and Meredith C. Slawe, Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, with Practical Law Litigation
Law stated as of 02 Apr 2018 • USA (National/Federal)
This Article examines the legal landscape surrounding the collection and use of biometric data. In particular, this Article addresses the common definitions of biometrics, typical commercial uses of biometric data, enacted and proposed legislation governing the use of biometric data, recently filed biometrics class actions and the future of this type of litigation, and best practices for organizations to promote compliance, and minimize enforcement and litigation risk.