With 2,644 reported data breaches recorded through mid-January 2013, 2012 more than doubled the previous record set in 2011, according to Risk Based Security
The new law will prohibit employers from requiring employees to disclose social media account information, says Eric Grover, a Los Angeles employment lawyer.
The Zappos data breach has shown that personal information you share online may be vulnerable. Taking certain precautions with your information may help.