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IT company data breach
April 19, 2023

IT company data breach problems

To hackers, the benefits of an IT company data breach can be clear. Targeting IT providers who offer services to numerous other companies could offer the chance to unlock many servers and databases, each of which could store a wealth of sensitive information. For this reason, it is essential that IT companies have leading cybersecurity measures in place.

Unfortunately, not all companies abide by the required data protection standards, and this can open entry points for attackers. There have been a number of attacks on IT companies in recent years which have had knock-on effects on the businesses to which they provide services. This domino effect caused by IT company data breaches can reflect how devastating they can be for data security.

If you have been affected by a data breach of this nature, you may be able to claim compensation for any harm caused on a No Win, No Fee basis. At Your Lawyers – the Data Leak Lawyers – we have been representing victims in data breach claims since 2014, so we have the experience needed to help you win the compensation that you deserve. Contact our team for free, no-obligation legal advice here now.

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criminals exposing digitisation
April 17, 2023

Criminals exposing digitisation flaws

In recent years, the world has undergone a digital revolution, with technology pervading so many aspects of our lives in ways we often barely notice. These digital advances bring with them many benefits, but the side effects of security problems are something that businesses and manufacturers sometimes fail to bring under control. There have, therefore, been many cases of criminals exposing digitisation flaws, exploiting these vulnerabilities to commit theft and fraud.

Despite the difficulties of adjusting to a new, digital world, there is now no excuse for businesses with holes in the defences of their digital systems and servers. In accordance with the GDPR, the principal piece of data protection legislation in the UK, all individuals and organisations that control, store and process personal data must ensure that there are appropriate protections in place for the sensitive personal information in their possession.

Where third parties fail to meet this obligation, they can also be held accountable via data breach claims. If you believe you have been the victim of a data protection breach, you may be able to claim compensation for the harm caused on a No Win, No Fee basis now.

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staying ahead of the hackers
April 05, 2023

Staying ahead of the hackers and claims for compensation

It is important for IT security experts and organisations to make sure that they are staying ahead of the hackers to prevent information from being misused or exposed.

Any failure to do so could allow the victim whose information has been misused or exposed in a data breach event to claim GDPR compensation on a No Win, No Fee basis. Read on for some advice, and contact our leading team here now for free, no-obligation help in respect of your situation.

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cyberattacks at property firms
April 03, 2023

Cyberattacks at property firms

Property firms are sometimes highlighted as targets for cyberattacks given that the data they hold could be of significant value to cybercriminals. This is due to the extent of personal information that needs to be recorded to manage properties and complete buying and renting transactions. Cyberattacks at property firms can, therefore, represent a significant threat to data security, which is why it is vital for these companies to ensure that they have appropriate data protection procedures and cybersecurity measures in place.

Successful cyberattacks at property firms could result in fraud, scams and significant distress for the victims, so we are here to help those affected through such a difficult situation. We have represented many victims of data exposure for compensation claims, allowing victims to achieve justice for any harm caused.

If you wish to take action after a data breach, making a claim is a key means of holding those who caused the incident to account.

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cyberattacks affecting employees
March 23, 2023

Cyberattacks affecting employees

When cyberattacks hit businesses and other organisations, it is often the impact on customers that is considered, given that the exposure of their information can cause serious implications, both for them and for the reputation of the hacked organisation. Yet cyberattacks affecting employees can be equally severe, as their employers often hold extensive personal information about them.

As an employee, a data breach by your employer can put you in an uncomfortable position, leaving you unsure about what action you can take. It may feel difficult to hold your employer accountable for a cybersecurity incident but, if your data has been compromised by their actions or inaction, you may be able to make a data breach compensation claim.

At Your Lawyers – The Data Leak Lawyers – we have been representing claimants for matters relating to data privacy since 2014, honing our expertise in this still-developing area of law. We strongly believe that anyone who has been affected by a data breach should be able to access legal representation. If your privacy has been compromised by a data controller, contact us to receive free, no-obligation advice about your potential claim.

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abandoned medical records
March 20, 2023

Abandoned medical records – claiming compensation

A previous report revealed that boxes of paper patient records and staff notes were reportedly left unsecured in a Norfolk care home following its closure several years previously. Despite past assurances of onsite security measures for the unoccupied building, it was possible for a local reporter to apparently walk onto the site through an open door, after which they found hoards of abandoned medical records left inside.

This was an example of how this kind of event could easily happen, though it was completely avoidable. Such violations of data protection law are always unacceptable, but they are particularly concerning where such sensitive information is involved.

We trust healthcare providers to do their utmost to protect our private data, so it is shocking that an organisation would neglect its data protection duties in these circumstances.

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WH Smith cyberattack
March 13, 2023

WH Smith cyberattack – employee information targeted

It is understood that the WH Smith cyberattack resulted in the information of current and former employees being targeted, and possibly misused and exposed.

If it is the case that there was more that the company should have done to have protected the information that has been affected, they could be liable and they could be in breach of the GDPR. Any organisation in breach of the GDPR may be responsible for compensating victims.

You can speak to our team for free, no-obligation legal help here now.

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for a security breach
March 08, 2023

Claiming compensation for a security breach

You could be entitled to claim privacy compensation for a security breach. Our leading team of expert lawyers may be able to represent you for a case on a No Win, No Fee basis.

Read on for some advice and insight. To speak to our team for free, no-obligation legal advice, please contact us here now.

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phishing scams leading to
March 01, 2023

Compensation for phishing scams leading to data exposure

You could be eligible to claim compensation for phishing scams leading to data exposure if your information has been affected. We may be able to represent you for a legal case on a No Win, No Fee basis.

Read on for some more advice, or contact our team here now for free, no-obligation legal help in respect to pursuing a case now.

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public sector cyberattacks
February 22, 2023

Compensation for public sector cyberattacks

You could be eligible to claim compensation for any distress that has been caused by public sector cyberattacks, and we may be able to fight for your right to claim on a No Win, No Fee basis.

As leading privacy claims experts operating in England and Wales, Your Lawyers is ready to help you now if you have been affected by a privacy breach incident. Simply contact our team here now and we can provide you with free, no-obligation legal advice about your options for justice.

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