The background of the case or controversy.
Plaintiff’s claim
In a criminal case, the Plaintiff is the State or the appropriate governmental entity. What legal wrong does the plaintiff claim that the defendant committed?
Defendant’s claim
How has the defendant answered? In the early stages of litigation, the defendant may not have answered the complaint.
Applicable law (i.e. statute, regulation, treaty)
Usually, the applicable law is mentioned in the article. If not, try to determine which law or laws apply.
Issue of law
This is the legal question that is the foundation of the case. Courts rule on an issue of law by interpreting the law as applied to the facts of the case.
Holding (if an adjudicatory body has rendered a decision)
This is the ruling that a court issues after it applies the law to the facts of the case. If a case is still ongoing, the court may not have issued a holding.
Impact on IT
Finally, include your evaluation of the possible impact on cybersecurity in the enterprise of the particular legal issues in the article under the following heading. Here is where you get to apply your knowledge and skills as an IT professional. If you can find additional commentary on the case or controversy discussed, include it here.