Protecting Your Business and Customer Data in a Digital World
With the increasing risk of data breaches, cyberattacks, and regulatory fines, startups and SMBs must comply with global data privacy laws to safeguard sensitive information. At Avvocats & Partners LLP, we provide expert data protection, privacy compliance, and cybersecurity legal solutions to businesses operating in India, the U.S., and Canada.
Why Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Matter for Your Business
- Ensures compliance with global data protection laws (GDPR, CCPA, DPDP Act, PIPEDA)
- Prevents hefty fines for non-compliance with privacy regulations.
- Protects customer and business data from cyber threats and breaches.
- Builds trust and credibility with users, investors, and stakeholders.
A U.S.-based SaaS startup collecting user data from Europe, California, and India faced potential GDPR and CCPA violations due to improper data handling and lack of clear user consent policies.
Our Solution:
• Conducted a compliance audit to identify vulnerabilities.
• Updated Privacy Policy & Terms of Service to meet GDPR and CCPA standards.
• Implemented Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with third-party vendors.
Outcome: The company achieved full compliance, avoiding fines of up to €20 million (GDPR) and $7,500 per violation (CCPA), while also enhancing customer trust.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) by Startups
Yes! If you collect, store, or process data of EU users, GDPR compliance is mandatory, even if your business is based in the U.S., India, or Canada.
GDPR violations can lead to fines up to €20 million or 4% of global revenue, while CCPA fines can reach $7,500 per violation for intentional breaches.
Businesses should have clear privacy policies, proper user consent mechanisms, and secure data storage practices. We help draft and update compliance documents.
Yes, but cross-border data transfers require Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and regulatory compliance under different jurisdictions.
Lawyers in
Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity
Keshav Singh
Founder & Partner
Annette H. Kabia
Strategic Partner US – IP
Jimmy Lai
Strategic Partner US – Immigration
