Webinar on The Proposed European Union General Data Protection Regulation

The Sedona Conference hosted a webinar titled "Webinar on The Proposed European Union General Data Protection Regulation" on May 20, 2015. This online event aimed to provide an in-depth analysis of the then-proposed EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and its implications for global enterprises, particularly those operating in both Europe and the United States.

The webinar covered several key topics, including the legal and cultural differences between American and European perspectives on privacy and pretrial discovery, the history and evolution of data protection laws in the EU, and the substantive provisions of the proposed GDPR. Additionally, it addressed the differences between the existing Data Protection Directive and the proposed GDPR, the procedural history and current status of the GDPR at that time, and practical advice on information governance for organizations conducting business in Europe. The discussion also explored the practical impact of the GDPR on cross-border litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations.

The event featured a panel of experts deeply engaged in the GDPR adoption process, including representatives from the U.K. Information Commissioner's Office, Cleary Gottlieb, DLA Piper, Deere & Company, and Pfizer. The webinar provided attendees with the opportunity to submit questions to the panel moderator during the session, fostering an interactive and informative experience.

This webinar was particularly beneficial for legal professionals, information governance specialists, and organizations with operations in Europe seeking to understand the forthcoming changes in data protection regulations and their potential impact on business practices and legal obligations.