Blocked On Cable
It’s the ‘screen of death’ that invokes feelings of frustration and horror. But this blackout screen is popping-up more and more on your favourite channels. Television programmes generate advertising...
View ArticleHarassment via the Internet
Harassment via the internet, which includes “cyber bullying” and “cyber stalking,” is a recent phenomenon that has engulfed society with the advent of the internet, media and technology. More and more...
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Safer Internet Day 2015
I was invited by the St. Augustine Girls’ High School to present to their student body on the legal aspects on posting on social media, particularly as it pertains to youth. The legal presentation is...
View ArticleThe Law and Information Security
I must express my sincerest appreciation to Mr. Shiva Bissessar for inviting me to speak with his students in the course Information System Security, Ethics and Law, which is a component of the Master...
View ArticleConsent in the Digital Age
Are you planning to have sex tonight? There’s an app for that. And no, this isn’t a post about dating or hookup apps like Tinder, Grindr or Down. United States based app developer, Michael Lissack, has...
View ArticleTelephones, Apps and the Law. How legal is VOIP?
The telephone and mobile marketplace is a competitive one, both locally and internationally. Brands like Flow, bmobile and Digicel are constantly offering additional ‘value’ services to retain and...
View ArticleSocial Media and the Law: A Quick Guide to Posting Online
We now live in an instant society, where every detail of our lives is shared and posted to ‘friends’ and followers. But what are the legal ramifications for posting on social media? Here are some quick...
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T&T Regulator Clamps Down on Unauthorized Television Channels
While the black screen of death still causes severe frustration to subscribers who pay for cable and satellite TV, subscribers may now look forward to some of their favourite channels disappearing from...
View ArticleRevenge Porn, Privacy and Confidentiality
There is a disturbing trend to immortalise almost every facet of daily life by taking photographs and uploading them unto social media sites. Such activity should also be cautiously reviewed, since...
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Privacy and the law in the ‘Oversharing’ Era
On Friday 20th November, 2015, I was privileged to have been given the opportunity to present to the Trinidad and Tobago Chapter of ISACA on the topic “Privacy and the Law in the ‘Oversharing’ Era“....
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Going live: What you need to know about live streaming and the law
Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Periscope now give users the options to broadcast ‘live’ to their timeline. While this live streaming option has been praised in providing...
View ArticleUp, up and away. Is it legal to own or fly a drone?
Drones are among the most sought after gadgets for adult tech-enthusiasts. They’re fun to fly and can help you see the world from a different perspective via their in-flight cameras. The history of...
View ArticleAndroid boxes, streaming and copyright: What’s legal and what’s not?
As broadband internet has become faster, cheaper and more reliable, cutting the cord has become a worldwide trend, when it comes to live streaming and on-demand video content. In Trinidad and Tobago,...
View ArticleDating Apps: The fine print you need to know
Finding love has become a digital experience. Whether you’re looking for a long term relationship or a one-time connection, mobile apps have changed the rules of dating. But while it’s now easier to...
View ArticleThe future of justice in ‘the new normal’
The year 2020 has propelled us into the future, as we all try to become prepared for ‘the new normal’. Around the world, ‘digital justice’ is the new buzzword and the Courts in Trinidad and Tobago are...
View ArticleHow lawyers can use an iPad to be more productive and efficient
If there’s one thing that the year 2020 has taught us, it is that we must be able to adapt to change. The ability to work remotely from home or anywhere else has become essential. Our phones or tablet...
View ArticleSocial Media and the Law: A Quick Guide to Posting Online
We now live in an instant society, where every detail of our lives is shared and posted to ‘friends’ and followers. But what are the legal ramifications for posting on social media? Here are some quick...
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T&T Regulator Clamps Down on Unauthorized Television Channels
While the black screen of death still causes severe frustration to subscribers who pay for cable and satellite TV, subscribers may now look forward to some of their favourite channels disappearing from...
View ArticleRevenge Porn, Privacy and Confidentiality
There is a disturbing trend to immortalise almost every facet of daily life by taking photographs and uploading them unto social media sites. Such activity should also be cautiously reviewed, since...
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Privacy and the law in the ‘Oversharing’ Era
On Friday 20th November, 2015, I was privileged to have been given the opportunity to present to the Trinidad and Tobago Chapter of ISACA on the topic “Privacy and the Law in the ‘Oversharing’ Era“....
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