MEDIA ALERT-MA Data Security Law (MGL 93H)

Two Experts Explain Ramifications of Newly Disclosed Critical Guidelines

Boston, MA: On Thursday, February 12, the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) is expected to be releasing the final regulations implementing the most stringent state-level data privacy standards in the country that, starting January 1 2010, will impact every business that has ties to Massachusetts by way of the personal information of Massachusetts residents - no matter how large or small.

Data security expert, Mike Logan, president of Boston-based Axis Technology and privacy attorney Cynthia Larose, of Boston law firm Mintz Levin are available for interviews regarding the new data security legislation, namely how to prepare, the steps needed to easily comply, and most importantly how to avoid the $5000 penalty that is incurred per each individual record breached.  With less than three months before the new law is to be enforced, companies around the Bay State, as well as any company that does business with Mass residents or businesses with Massachusetts locations, are scrambling to figure out just how this legislation is going to affect them.

Mr. Logan and Ms. Larose are available to speak on both the technical and legal issues surrounding this legislation, what can be done to protect your company, who is held responsible for data security breaches, and how to do business in the Bay State if you use or store the personal information of Massachusetts residents.

What: Technology and legal expertise regarding Massachusetts’ new data security law (MGL 93H) and regulations (201 CMR 17.00)

Who: Mike Logan, President Axis Technology and Cynthia Larose, Chair of the Privacy and Security Group at Mintz Levin

When: Thursday, February 12, 2009 – Friday, February 13, 2009

For more information regarding Mr. Logan and Ms. Larose or to schedule a briefing with them, please contact Liz Erk at 781-279-0370 or liz@jaxsongroup.com.

About Axis Technology, LLC

Founded in 2000, Axis Technology, LLC is a premier provider of data solutions for enterprises whose business success depends on protecting customer and proprietary information. The company’s flagship data masking platform, Axis DMsuite™ is a product that profiles, provisions, and masks data without slowing down business processes or time-to-market.  It integrates seamlessly with all existing platforms and applications, providing a flexible and cost-effective way to secure customer and company data throughout the entire enterprise. With clients such as Bank of America, Citigroup and Wachovia Corp., Axis Technology is headquartered in Boston, MA, and has additional locations in New York City and Charlotte, NC. To learn more, visit www.axistechnologyllc.com.

About Mintz Levin

Mintz Levin is an AmLaw 100 law firm with offices in the US and the UK.  The firm has exceptional depth in a broad range of practice areas, but our clients recognize that what sets us apart from other law firms is our industry focus.  By truly understanding business drivers and industry trends, we are able to provide our clients with more than just legal advice;  we provide legal solutions to our clients' business issues.  Since 1933, our lawyers have represented entrepreneurs, emerging growth companies, Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, not-for-profit organizations and leaders in primary industries that include Life Sciences/Biotechnology; Technology & Communications; Energy & Clean Technology; Financial Services & Insurance; Healthcare; Real Estate, Hospitality & Construction; and Retail & Consumer Products.  Our practical knowledge combined with our industry expertise enables us to provide our clients with enterprise legal advice that gives their business a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

To learn more, visit www. Mintz.com