Shredding Laws
Industries We Serve: Education
Legal Shred offers secure, safe document destruction services for educational facilities. Document destruction is a must-have for any entity that deals with sensitive information. Improperly disposing of documents that contain personal information can lead to data breaches, identity theft, and wreak havoc on any business or institution’s reputation. Legal Shred proudly services all businesses and…
Read MoreIndustries We Serve: Law Firms
We assist law firms to build a secure and legal shredding program for their practices, which is why we are proud to bear the name Legal Shred. No one is more versed on legal matters than lawyers, so legal and compliant document destruction is not an unfamiliar topic with law firms across the country. As…
Read MoreLegal Shred, Secure Document Destruction Specialists: Who We Serve
Legal Shred, Secure Document Destruction Specialists: Who We Serve Legal Shred can help businesses and residents alike protect their information through secure document destruction. No job is too big or too small. Identity protection is not a problem exclusive to a specific set of individuals, rather it is a large scale issue that can affect…
Read MoreDocument Retention 101: Keep This, Toss That
Document Retention 101: Keep This, Toss That The length of time you should keep a document depends on various factors. Do you know what to keep and what to toss? As business owners and consumers, we’ve amassed plenty of paperwork that can be complicated to track and file. The digital age has certainly made it…
Read MoreThe Consequences of Improperly Destroying Data
The Consequences of Improperly Destroying Data Improperly destroying data or sensitive information presents the risk of identity theft. What are the consequences? Records management is an important aspect of running a tight ship, but storage and retrieval are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to data management. Whether it’s paper or digital…
Read MoreIs Your Personal Information At Risk?
Is Your Personal Information At Risk? Identity theft protection might seem like a hassle, but remembering these simple tips can save you from a worst case scenario. With the advancement in technology, how we process and send information has never been easier. Our daily tasks now involve handheld devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and even…
Read MoreA Brief History of Paper Shredding
A Brief History of Paper Shredding The history of paper shredding is rather tarnished, but it remains one of the most secure ways to protect one’s identity. It’s common business and personal practice to routinely destroy documents that contain sensitive information, but did you know paper shredding in general has a rather unique and interesting history?…
Read MoreAre You HIPAA Compliant?
Are You HIPAA Compliant? Document destruction is an important part of staying HIPAA compliant. Here’s why. Protecting sensitive information is important now more than ever, particularly in the healthcare industry. Medical records are fountains of data that would be an identity thief’s dream come true; names, addresses, social security numbers, health plan information, and so…
Read MoreGLBA Facts for Legal Professionals
GLBA Facts for Legal Professionals It’s a well-established fact that attorneys who deal with their clients’ financial activities fall under the mandated provisions of the Financial Modernization Act of 1999, otherwise known as the Gramm-Leach Bliley Act, or GLBA. If your practice includes real estate closings, financial planning, or estate planning – or if you…
Read MoreFACTA 101
FACTA 101 The advent of the digital age has brought with it perils as well as possibilities. As technology increases, so does the possibility of losing one’s livelihood to an online thief. Despite technological advances, keeping yourself safe isn’t just exclusive to your digital identity; often, a criminal’s best chance at stealing your vital information…
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