In Defense of Destruction
A few years ago, I attended a discussion hosted by a federal regulatory agency. At the time, I was a litigation associate at a large international law firm, forehead-deep in discovery, preservation, and production for...
Utah Becomes Newest State to Adopt Consumer Privacy Law
On March 24, 2022, the Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA) was signed into law by Governor Spencer J. Cox, making Utah the fourth state, behind California, Virginia, and Colorado, to pass comprehensive consumer privacy legislation.
The...
Meet Our Team! Rick Surber, Licensed Attorney / Senior Consultant
Tell us about your role at Zasio.
As a Senior Consultant at Zasio, I have the privilege of working with...
Part 3: It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint – Successfully Implementing Your Simplified RRS
It’s a common mistake in records and information management (RIM) to put all your focus on creating your records retention schedule (RRS) and neglect what comes next: implementation. Lax planning, poor preparation, and a lack...
Part 1: One Size Doesn’t Fit All – Customizing Your RRS Through Information Collection
A records retention schedule (RRS) is truly the linchpin of a sound and legally defensible records management program. Each RRS must be designed to provide a balance between robust coverage of business operations on the...
Trendsetting in California: Updated Record Retention Requirements for Employers
California updated its Government Code as of January 1, 2022. California Government Code Section 12946 increased the retention period for records related to personnel and job applicants to four years. Previously, the minimum retention period...