It is important to assess the areas of greatest vulnerability: particular contract terms, employment or regulatory issues, laws relating to advertising and data protection, or whatever. Once these have been identified, the level of vulnerability should be assessed and then monitored closely, taking steps to establish necessary training and compliance.
Never ignore or trivialise legal action A threat of legal action may be tactical, but it should always be taken seriously and, wherever possible, anticipated so that preventive measures can be taken. If the worst happens and the organisation is faced with legal action, even though, according to the International Bar Association, over 90% of cases never reach court, large amounts of time and money may have to be spent dealing with the matter. It may also mean that projects have to be delayed or products withdrawn from sale until the matter is resolved.