Agency Concerned About Violating Cybersecurity Law With Comp Communications

Just as cybersecurity threats seem to have become a part of everyday life, one Texas state agency is asking for relief from statutory safeguards when handling workers' compensation claims information. “It feels like we commit violations every day,” said Gordon Leff, claims section manager for the Texas Department of Transportation. “We're hoping for some sort of carve-out from the law.” Leff spoke at a recent state Division of Workers' Compensation meeting that explored the division's agenda for the upcoming legislative session, which begins Jan. 12. T...