Claiming Compensation for Unauthorised Data Sharing: Your Rights Explained

In today’s digital world, unauthorised data sharing has become one of the most common causes of major data breaches affecting millions of people every year.

Whether through careless third-party partnerships, hacking incidents, or internal negligence, organisations that engage in unauthorised data sharing could leave individuals exposed to identity theft, fraud, and severe distress.

The Data Leak Lawyers specialises in helping victims recover the compensation they can be legally entitled to under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

What Exactly Is Unauthorised Data Sharing?

Unauthorised data sharing can happen when an organisation discloses your personal information—such as your name, address, financial details, health records, or even browsing habits—to another party without your explicit consent or a valid legal reason.

Examples can include:

• Selling customer databases to marketing companies without permission
• Sharing employee records with unauthorised subcontractors
• Exposing data through poorly secured cloud storage or phishing attacks
• Accidentally publishing sensitive information on public websites

When unauthorised data sharing occurs, the controller of that data may have potentially breached data protection laws. Victims could then be entitled to claim compensation for both material damage (e.g., money stolen by fraudsters) and non-material damage (distress, anxiety, and loss of privacy). Courts have repeatedly upheld substantial awards, even when no financial loss has occurred.

The Real-Life Impact of Unauthorised Data Sharing

The consequences of unauthorised data sharing can extend far beyond a simple apology email from the organisation responsible. Real victims can potentially face:

• Fraudulent credit applications taken out in their name
• Harassment from spam calls and targeted scams
• Employment difficulties when sensitive information is leaked
• Long-term mental health issues including anxiety and sleep loss

The Data Leak Lawyers has recovered millions of pounds in compensation for clients affected by such data incidents, including group actions against household names in retail, finance, healthcare, and telecoms.

How to Start Your Data Compensation Case Today

Taking action can be simpler than most people think, and you do not need to do a great deal right from the start. Here is the process we follow at The Data Leak Lawyers:

1. Free Case Assessment – Contact us with details of the breach (even if you only received a breach notification letter).
2. Evidence Review – Our expert team can then examine whether unauthorised data sharing has taken place and the likely impact on you.
3. No Win, No Fee Agreement – If your case qualifies, we can proceed on a genuine no-win, no-fee basis.
4. Negotiation or Court – Most claims settle out of court for four- and five-figure sums, but we are always prepared to fight in court if needed.
5. Compensation Paid – You could receive your award quickly.

We have a proven track record of success in data breach claims and are currently able to take on new clients in multiple live actions.

Take Control of Your Privacy Today – If you have been notified of a data breach or suspect your information has been affected by unauthorised data sharing, do not wait for the damage to worsen. Contact The Data Leak Lawyers now for a completely free, no-obligation consultation.

Call 0800 634 7575 or visit our website here now to start your claim quickly and efficiently. The law is on your side—let us help you enforce it. Your compensation claim could be worth thousands. Act today.

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