Chris Thomson

1 month ago | jdsupra.com | Sam Bragg |Chris Thomson

Litigants in data breach class actions often fight over whether a data breach investigation report prepared in response to the breach is protected by the work-product doctrine. Common areas of dispute include whether the report was prepared in whole or in part for business—not legal—purposes, and whether the report relays facts that are not discernable from other sources.

2 months ago | wavelengthmag.com | Jason Lock |Chris Thomson

Cover image: UK’s glorious Saunton Sands by Nick CorkillLongboarding has always been a staple in surf culture. The ancient Polynesians first rode long, heavy wooden planks in the 12th Century, well before surfing erupted into the mainstream. And there’s still a thriving community of longboarders today, particularly across UK, Europe and Northern Africa. In fact, data seen by yours truly suggests there are more people surfing longboards and mid-lengths than there are shortboards.

2 months ago | wavelengthmag.com | Jason Lock |Chris Thomson

Introducing ‘Surfers’ Dharma,’ a movie created by Wavelength’s pal, Uriel Jean Armel. This 30-minute film shines a light on the environmental disasters going on in Indonesia but also taps into what it means to live with purpose, focussing on former world champ Tom Carroll, the brilliant Pacha Light and a dig behind the smile of Koa Smith. It’s some great viewing for this Easter Sunday, and we’ll have more films dropping over the coming weeks and months. Stay tuned!

2 months ago | wavelengthmag.com | Jason Lock |Chris Thomson |Bella Bunce

“What do you do when you find out something terrible? You have two choices – do nothing, or do something.”For the past few years, Demi Taylor has been laboriously producing and showing hard-hitting wetsuit documentary, The Big Sea. Along with Chris Nelson and filmmaker Lewis Arnold, the trio have cast a spotlight on one of the most hushed aspects of neoprene production. To say this was a labour of love is far too whimsical for the subject matter of hand. This is a labour of necessity.

Feb 15, 2025 | wavelengthmag.com | Chris Thomson

Imagine you’ve never been to Newquay. Now, open Google Maps and have a look at the outline of the Bay. Doesn’t it strike you as a perfect surf zone? Optimally angled out of the prevailing wind, but not so much that Atlantic swell misses it completely. Its favourable geography includes a long headland, a sweeping crescent of sand and over a dozen rocky outcrops. Surely, you’d assume, that would lead to all sorts of excellent banks.