Imagine learning that your genetic data, which you thought you had deleted months ago, has been transferred to a company you have never heard of. Despite your careful attempts to remove your DNA profile, family health history and raw genetic data from a genetic testing service, it resurfaces during bankruptcy proceedings as a valuable asset. No further consent required. No real option to prevent the transfer. This nightmare scenario isn’t science fiction; it’s the potential reality facing millions when data-rich companies collapse.
8 Steps to Take During and After Bankruptcy to Protect Your Data
- Submit formal objections to the bankruptcy court if your data is listed as an asset.
- Contact state attorney general’s…