NHS & Medical Data Breach Compensation Claims – What You Need To Know
In this guide, we will explain the steps you could potentially take should your personal data be compromised in an NHS data breach or some other type of medical data breach. For compensation claims following a data breach to be valid, you must satisfy the criteria that we set out later in this guide. This […]
What To Do When Your Manager Or Employer Shares Your Personal Information With Other Employees UK
Have you suffered emotional distress or financial harm as a result of your manager or employer sharing your personal information? If so, you could be eligible to claim data breach compensation, if the incident meets the relevant criteria for a valid claim. Here, we’ll explore the requirements for claiming compensation from your employer following a […]
Personal Data Sent To Ex Partner – What Can I Do?
Have you been the victim of a personal data breach which has resulted in your ex partner having received your personal information without your authorisation? As a result of the data leak, have you suffered either financially or emotionally? If so, then you might be eligible for compensation. In this article, we discuss what a […]
Can I Sue For A Data Protection Breach?
The short answer to this question is yes, you could sue a company that has failed to protect your personal data. Under data protection law, organisations holding your data have a responsibility to ensure your personal data is not misused, destroyed, disclosed, or lost. If you think your data has been mis-handled in this way […]
What data breach risks do social media platforms pose?
When social media companies are processing the personal data of UK residents they must adhere to the UK GDPR. There are two pieces of legislation designed to outline the responsibilities of certain parties called data controllers and processors. These are the Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). Controllers […]
How Can You Protect Yourself From Further Harm Following a Data Breach?
If your personal data was affected by a data breach, you may be wondering how to protect yourself from further harm. A personal data breach can affect a number of areas of your life, including your mental health, your finances, and your online presence. In this guide, we will explore the steps that you can […]