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We focus on the latest news surrounding data breaches, leaks and hacks plus daily internet security articles.
We focus on the latest news surrounding data breaches, leaks and hacks plus daily internet security articles.
Legal Aid Agency Data Breach: In April 2025, the Legal Aid Agency (LAA), an executive agency of the UK’s Ministry of Justice, discovered a significant cyberattack that reportedly compromised sensitive personal data of individuals who applied for legal aid since 2010.
This Legal Aid Agency data breach has reportedly exposed a vast amount of personal information, including names, addresses, national insurance numbers, criminal records, and financial details, leaving victims vulnerable to identity theft, fraud, and emotional distress.
At The Data Leak Lawyers, we are committed to helping victims of this breach claim the compensation they deserve, which could amount to thousands of pounds.
For those affected by the Gateshead Council cyberattack, there may be potential to claim compensation for the emotional distress and financial loss caused by the exposure of their personal information.
In January 2025, Gateshead Council became the victim of a cyberattack, resulting in unauthorised access of personal data belonging to some people. This incident highlights the growing risk of data breaches for both individuals and organisations.
At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in representing victims of data breaches and misuse, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve. One such case involved the inappropriate use of customer data by a company employee, which resulted in a significant breach of trust.
Thanks to our expertise, we secured over £7,000 in compensation for our client.
The recent Staffordshire Police data audit by the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has highlighted key areas of concern regarding data handling practices.
Data protection is a cornerstone of modern governance, especially for public institutions tasked with safeguarding sensitive information. For individuals affected by data breaches, there is an opportunity to claim compensation.
At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in helping victims of data breaches secure justice.
The Data Leak Lawyers settlement for unauthorised access to GP records: we pride ourselves on being leaders in representing victims of data breaches and unauthorised information access.
In a case we won, we secured a substantial settlement for unauthorised access to GP records, recovering over £10,000 in damages for our client. This outcome demonstrates our commitment to ensuring that victims of such serious data privacy violations receive the compensation they deserve.
Unauthorised access to personal medical information is a breach of trust and a violation of data protection laws. Below, we outline the case details and discuss how victims of similar breaches can take action.
At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in helping victims of data breaches, such as the North Tyneside Council data breach, to claim compensation for the harm caused by errors.
In December 2024, North Tyneside Council was reportedly involved in a data breach that exposed the email addresses of 143 parents of disabled children. The breach reportedly occurred when a council email was sent to multiple recipients without properly using the blind carbon copy (bcc) function, meaning the personal email addresses of all recipients were visible to everyone on the list.
This type of incident, whilst sometimes deemed “low risk” by organisations, can have serious privacy implications and cause distress to those affected. Victims in similar cases have successfully claimed thousands of pounds in compensation, and if you were affected by this breach, you could be entitled to a significant payout too.
Our expert legal team achieved a significant settlement of £15,000 for a client whose sensitive personal information was exposed due to a serious data leak.
At The Data Leak Lawyers, we are committed to ensuring that victims of privacy violations receive the compensation they deserve. This case underscores the importance of holding organisations accountable for breaches of trust and privacy.
£15,000 recovered for a data breach: At The Data Leak Lawyers, we understand the devastating impact data breaches can have on individuals.
We successfully secured £15,000 recovered for a data breach for one of our clients, providing justice and financial redress for the distress caused. This case highlights the importance of holding organisations accountable for failing to protect personal data.
In this article, we will explore the details of the case, the types of damages involved, and how we can help you pursue compensation if you have suffered a similar experience.
As technology becomes central to healthcare, privacy issues emerge. Recently, it was revealed that NHS staff using WhatsApp to share patient data could risk patient confidentiality and data breaches.
Whilst WhatsApp can be convenient, its use for transmitting sensitive information is concerning. For those affected by issues, The Data Leak Lawyers could assist in claiming compensation. Here is what you need to know about the implications and your rights.
For free, no-obligation advice about claiming data breach compensation, make sure to contact our team here now.
Read on to learn about data breach compensation success stories, understand the impact of data protection breaches, and discover how you, too, may be eligible for a claim.
With data breaches becoming a regular occurrence, many people in the UK are seeking compensation for the impact on their privacy and finances. At The Data Leak Lawyers, we have helped numerous clients claim thousands of pounds in compensation following breaches that exposed their personal data.
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