by Laura Emmett | Oct 27, 2020 | Cyber and Privacy
In Alberta, Ms. Franc, a practicum student at the Smith Medical Clinic, was charged pursuant to contravening section 107 of the Health Information Act (RSA 2000, c. H-5). Ms. Franc pleaded guilty to the three counts of violating the HIA and the Alberta Court issued...
by Laura Emmett | Aug 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
On a daily basis, health care practitioners are required to collect, use, and disclose personal health information of their patients. In addition to policies and training that a medical institution implements, individual health care practitioners have a professional...
by Laura Emmett | Apr 23, 2020 | Cyber and Privacy
It is commonplace to provide certain levels of clearance to different individuals in an organization. Typically, individuals with more power will have more access rights than lower level employees. Organization must be aware of what access limits an individual has,...
by Laura Emmett | Nov 11, 2019 | Class Actions, Cyber and Privacy
As one of the largest industries in the country, it is not surprising that the automotive industry is the frequent target for cyber and privacy breaches. Automotive manufacturers and dealerships collect and handle an exorbitant amount of data about its customers. For...
by Laura Emmett | Sep 20, 2019 | Cyber and Privacy
Hands-on experience is critical training for medical professionals. For instance, an emergency room doctor involving a resident in direct patient care is imperative for young medical professionals to develop their skills. However, from a legal perspective, the...
