Anthony A. Bongiorno, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery to Speak at KC’s Event

NEW YORK - Dec. 8, 2014 - PRLog -- The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, has announced today that Anthony A. Bongiorno, Partner, McDermott Will & Emery will speak at the Knowledge Group’s webcast entitled: “The Rocky Road for the FCC's Interpretation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act LIVE Webcast.”  This event is scheduled for April 21, 2015 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (ET).

For further details, please visit:

http://theknowledgegroup.org/event_name/the-rocky-road-for-the-fccs-interpretation-of-the-telephone-consumer-protection-act-live-webcast/

About Anthony A. Bongiorno

Anthony Bongiorno (Tony) is a partner in the law firm of McDermott Will & Emery LLP and is the head of the trial group in the Boston office.  He has extensive jury trial experience in a variety of commercial matters, including product liability cases.  Tony dedicates a substantial portion of his practice to data privacy and data security matters.  He is currently representing clients in several class action litigations in this area.  Tony has been selected for inclusion in the 2013 and 2014 editions of Best Lawyers in America, published by Woodward/White.  Tony is also recognized as a litigation star in Products Liability for 2014 by Benchmark Litigation.

About McDermott Will & Emery

McDermott Will & Emery is a leading international firm with a diversified business practice. Currently numbering more than 1,100 lawyers, we have 18 offices worldwide and a strategic alliance with MWE China Law Offices in Shanghai.

Our Firm has more than 80 years of experience serving a broad range of client interests. We understand the issues faced by corporate decision makers because many of our lawyers have held key government and in-house positions. We understand how economic, social and political issues affect operations because our lawyers have navigated the complex business and regulatory environment themselves.

Outstanding client service is a cornerstone of our practice that has withstood the test of geography, economy and time. We are proud of the recognition we have received from our clients for our commitment to service, and we value their satisfaction as the best measure of our success.

Event Synopsis:

Our panel of key thought leaders and practitioners will offer a discussion of the fundamentals of the TCPA as well as updates regarding the latest and significant issues surrounding this topic. This LIVE webcast aims to help you to avoid common pitfalls and risk issues relating to the TCPA and the FCC’s corresponding regulations.

Key topics include:

•          The Telephone Consumer Protection Act – An Overview

•          Autodialing Equipment – The Tension Between the Statutory and Regulatory Definitions of ATDS

•          The Consent Defense – What is “prior express written consent”?

•          Do Not Call Regulations – Privacy Rights and Protections for Subscribers

•          Faxes – The FCC’s Ruling on Opt Out Requirements for Solicited Faxes

·         Insurance coverage for defense costs and damages in TCPA Cases

About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series

The Knowledge Group, LLC  was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org/