Privacy litigation

Overview

At McDonald Hopkins, our team of data-privacy litigators works in state and federal courts around the country. We have a wide breadth of knowledge and experience, and the networks of vendors, experts, and local counsel needed to navigate complex legal problems, while still being cost-conscious and efficient. We know litigation, and even the threat of it, can be daunting. We are here to advise, defend and support our client, every step of the way.

With us, you’ll have the comfort of knowing we’ve successfully handled all manners of data-privacy litigation in a wide variety of industries. These cases have ranged from single-plaintiff actions to multi-count class actions involving multiple lawsuits and millions of putative class members. Our work covers the full gamut of privacy-related issues, from breaches large and small, to alleged violations of privacy and consumer-protection statutes. Among other matters, we’re experienced with the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, federal and state wiretap acts, tracking technology, numerous California privacy acts (including the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act, the Consumer Privacy Act, and the Invasion of Privacy), the Michigan Preservation of Personal Privacy Act, the federal Video Privacy Protection Act, and countless other state consumer-protection laws. The scope of our experience ensures that we bring a seasoned perspective to your unique situation, backed by a deep understanding of legal nuances, key players, and effective defenses.

Understanding the financial and operational impacts of litigation, we emphasize cost-conscious and efficient legal strategies. Whether resolving cases in the courtroom or negotiating in a conference room, our goal is to achieve the best possibly outcome, minimizing cost and legal exposure without compromising on the quality of service.