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“May I have your ZIP Code?” Retailers may want to read this….

Posted in Cyber Risks Boardroom Series, Insurance, Privacy Litigation

Written by Nancy Adams, CPCU There are only a handful of decisions addressing whether a commercial general liability (CGL) policy provides coverage for lawsuits brought against retailers allegedly collecting their customers’  ZIP code information.   Thus, when a decision is issued in this area, particularly a decision denying coverage, it is noteworthy. Recently, in OneBeacon American… Continue Reading

Massachusetts Zip Code Class Action: Take 3

Posted in Class Action Litigation

Written by Amy Malone Another class action suit has been filed in Massachusetts in the zip code wars.  This time, the target is instrument retailer Guitar Center for allegedly requesting customers to provide their zip codes when making purchases with a credit card in contravention of Mass. Gen Laws ch. 93§ 105(a).  Zip code class… Continue Reading