General Motors OnStar Class Action Lawsuit
The GM OnStar class action lawsuit alleges that data was collected and sold to drive up insurance rates. January 23, 2025 — General Motors and OnStar have been accused of collecting and sharing driver behavior and privacy data without permission, forcing drivers to pay more for insurance. The first GM Onstar class action lawsuit was filed two days after the incident. new york times Published an investigative article on the issue and how insurance rates are rising. Lawyers soon filed at least 20 more class-action lawsuits, as shown below. All class actions have been consolidated into a Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) titled "IN RE: Consumer vehicle driving data tracking lawsuit". The GM OnStar class action lawsuit alleges that plaintiffs were not told how using OnStar and the Smart Driver program could cause their insurance rates to be doubled or even canceled. Drivers also complain that their data is collected and shared even if they have not agreed to join OnStar or…
Make sure it’s safe to report bad behavior at your event
A new study shows that while employees are more aware of their organization's ethics policies, that doesn't necessarily mean they feel more comfortable reporting problems or policy violations. We spoke to a consultant to find out how organizers can create and communicate effective support systems at events. Author: Jennifer N. Dienst One in five respondents to a new report from the Institute for Business Ethics said they were aware of sexual harassment in the workplace. The Institute for Business Ethics' latest report, "Ethics at Work: 2024 International Employee Survey," released this month, includes responses from more than 12,000 employees in 16 countries who were surveyed about their views on their organization's ethical values. There is good news and there is bad news. First the good: According to the study, overall employee awareness of their organization's ethics program has increased compared to 2021 data. For example, employees' awareness of access to advice or helplines - a key part of "creating a…
UK: EHRC updates technical guidance on sexual behavior
in short The new obligation on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment by employees will come into effect on 26 October 2024. Following a summer consultation, the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has published eight-step guidance on preventing sexual harassment. Workplace Harassment Issues and Further Updates to Technical Guidance on Sexual Harassment and Workplace Harassment In the words of the EHRC, the new duty "aims to change workplace culture by requiring employers to take proactive and reasonable steps to prevent workers from sexual harassment". It will sit alongside existing safeguards but require employers to take a more proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks. The guidance makes clear that an employer's duty to prevent sexual harassment covers harassment by third parties and their employees. Strictly speaking, an employee cannot bring an independent claim to an employment tribunal for third party harassment unless the employer's failure to act is itself discriminatory. However, the guidance indicates that the…
World ECR | German authorities arrest couple for illegal behavior
Home > information > German authorities arrest couple for illegally broadcasting Russian TV channel German authorities have arrested a German-Ukrainian couple for illegally broadcasting a Russian TV channel in violation of EU sanctions related to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. "The suspects are a 37-year-old German and his 42-year-old Ukrainian wife," the German Customs Authority ("Zoll") said in a press release. The arrests were allegedly made on September 26. "Both companies are alleged to have made multiple sanctioned Russian TV channels available to their customers through IP TV services since at least early 2022." Zoll said in a statement on its website that the offer "may also Including well-known channels" such as Rossiya 1 and Russia Today ("RT"). Authorities believe the couple had been running the service since early 2022, defying EU sanctions against state-controlled media in Russia. During the raid, officials seized technical equipment, documentary evidence and 40,000 euros in cash. The domain names used by the couple to access…
Explore consumer behavior trends in 2024
In recent years, there has been a clear rise in the trend of buying tires online. This shift in consumer behavior can be attributed to the convenience of online shopping and the ability to compare prices and products from different suppliers. Let’s delve deeper into the factors driving this change and understand why more and more consumers are choosing to buy tires online. Impact of the pandemic on consumer behavior It is undeniable that the global pandemic has changed the habits of consumers around the world. According to a June 2021 study by PwC, 50% of consumers said they were using more digital devices than they were six months ago. Smartphone transactions have more than doubled since 2018, indicating that people are increasingly relying on digital platforms for shopping. The convenience and security of online shopping Even after the pandemic, consumers continue to prioritize the safety and convenience of shopping at home. The rise of e-commerce, coupled with advances in…
Explore consumer behavior trends in 2024
In recent years, there has been a clear rise in the trend of buying tires online. This shift in consumer behavior can be attributed to the convenience of online shopping and the ability to compare prices and products from different suppliers. Let’s delve deeper into the factors driving this change and understand why more and more consumers are choosing to buy tires online. Impact of the pandemic on consumer behavior It is undeniable that the global pandemic has changed the habits of consumers around the world. According to a June 2021 study by PwC, 50% of consumers said they were using more digital devices than they were six months ago. Smartphone transactions have more than doubled since 2018, indicating that people are increasingly relying on digital platforms for shopping. The convenience and security of online shopping Even after the pandemic, consumers continue to prioritize the safety and convenience of shopping at home. The rise of e-commerce, coupled with advances in…
229 – Behavior Change Design for Events – with Kristin Malek
Have you ever thought about behavior change when designing your campaigns? Have you ever wondered what exactly that means? You must understand how important it is, and now is a good time to start learning! My guest this week is Kristin Malek and this is her second time attending Trade Show University! Kristin is an expert at designing experiences that change behaviors and mindsets. After 10 years in higher education, she realized that engagement without behavioral change is at best useless and at worst dangerous. The only way to achieve real change and inspire action is to first design a transformative experience that inspires change from within. Kristin has received double-digit international, regional, and state awards, including the International Educator of the Year Award and the Excellence in Teaching and Training Award. We discuss: What is Design for Behavior Change? How it differs from project management Why is designing for engagement so important? Kristin's latest project – Experience University there…
229 – Behavior Change Design for Events – with Kristin Malek
Have you ever thought about behavior change when designing your campaigns? Have you ever wondered what exactly that means? You must understand how important it is, and now is a good time to start learning! My guest this week is Kristin Malek and this is her second time attending Trade Show University! Kristin is an expert at designing experiences that change behaviors and mindsets. After 10 years in higher education, she realized that engagement without behavioral change is at best useless and at worst dangerous. The only way to achieve real change and inspire action is to first design a transformative experience that inspires change from within. Kristin has received double-digit international, regional, and state awards, including the International Educator of the Year Award and the Excellence in Teaching and Training Award. We discuss: What is Design for Behavior Change? How it differs from project management Why is designing for engagement so important? Kristin's latest project – Experience University there…