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February 13, 2025

Case Settled by The Data Leak Lawyers: Tens of Thousands of Pounds Recovered in Sensitive Data Breach

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we secured a significant settlement amounting to tens of thousands of pounds for a client whose personal information was improperly disclosed.

This sensitive information was exposed to a former abuser, resulting in an emotionally distressing ordeal that intensified an already difficult situation. Unfortunately, we have had to help many people in this kind of case.

Our firm is committed to fighting for the rights of individuals impacted by data breaches, and this particular case is a testament to our dedication and expertise in securing justice and compensation for our clients.

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February 10, 2025

Data Breach Settlement Amounts: How Much Can You Claim?

This article explores typical data breach settlement amounts, with a specific look at medical data breaches, which can yield higher settlements.

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in representing clients affected by data breaches, helping them secure compensation for the distress and financial impact that data misuse can cause. With years of experience and a record of securing great settlements, we recover an average of over £6,000 for data breach cases.

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February 06, 2025

Case Study: £5,000 Settlement for Sending Medical Data to the Wrong Recipient

Such incidents of sending medical data to the wrong person are serious, potentially breaching privacy laws and exposing individuals to significant emotional and financial distress.

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we settled a case for £5,000 for a client whose sensitive medical information was mistakenly sent to the wrong recipient. In this article, we explore the implications of such data breaches, the claims process, and how The Data Leak Lawyers can assist if you have been affected by a similar situation.

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February 05, 2025

Maximise Your Data Breach Compensation Payout

Maximise Your Data Breach Compensation Payout: With the rise in cyber incidents and data breaches, more people are experiencing the distress and inconvenience of having their personal data exposed.

When organisations fail to safeguard sensitive information, affected individuals may have the right to claim compensation.

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we can help clients understand their rights and pursue compensation for the harm caused by data breaches. Many data breach victims could be eligible for thousands of pounds in compensation.

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January 23, 2025

Claim Over £6,000 for Workplace Data Breach: What You Need to Know

If your personal data has been compromised due to your employer’s negligence, you could be entitled to claim over £6,000 for workplace data breach damages on average.

Data breaches in the workplace can lead to serious consequences for employees, ranging from identity theft to emotional distress.

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in helping data breach victims claim thousands of pounds in compensation. This guide explains how you can make a claim, what factors influence the data breach compensation amount, and why it is essential to act quickly.

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over £24,000 secured
January 16, 2025

Over £24,000 Secured for Client After Unauthorised Disclosure of Medical Data

Over £24,000 secured: At The Data Leak Lawyers, we specialise in helping individuals impacted by data breaches claim the compensation they deserve. We successfully recovered over £24,000 for a client whose sensitive medical data was unlawfully disclosed to someone without authorisation.

The substantial amount secured in damages reflects the severity of the distress and losses the client endured. This case emphasises the importance of protecting personal data, particularly medical records, which are among the most sensitive forms of personal information.

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January 02, 2025

Lost Data Breach Claim: How The Data Leak Lawyers Recovered Over £5,000 in Damages for a Client

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we recently settled a lost data breach claim, recovering over £5,000 in compensation for our client.

When a data breach results in the loss of personal information, the consequences can be serious, affecting a person’s privacy, finances, and emotional well-being. This article outlines how we handled the case, the impact of lost data breaches, and how you can pursue a claim if you have been affected.

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£6,650 erroneous information disclosure
December 05, 2024

Case Study: Data Breach Compensation for Erroneous Information Disclosure

Data breaches can have serious consequences, especially when sensitive information is disclosed without consent. One such case was settled by The Data Leak Lawyers, where a victim of erroneous information disclosure was awarded over £6,500 in damages due to the breach.

In this article, we explain the nature of erroneous information disclosure, detail the impact of the breach on the client, and outline how The Data Leak Lawyers successfully recovered compensation.

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over £22,000 recovered
November 28, 2024

Over £22,000 Recovered for Sensitive Medical Data Leak

At The Data Leak Lawyers, we understand the profound impact that a data breach can have on your life, particularly when it involves sensitive information like medical data. In one previous case we settled, we successfully secured over £22,000 recovered in damages for a client who suffered due to a significant medical data leak.

This case highlights the importance of seeking expert legal help when your personal information is compromised.

Contact The Data Leak Lawyers now and let us help you secure the compensation you deserve.

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almost £14,000 recovered for hacked data
November 21, 2024

Almost £14,000 Recovered for Hacked Data: A Success Story by The Data Leak Lawyers

Almost £14,000 recovered for hacked data: we were able to recover nearly £14,000 in damages for a client who was the victim of a severe data hack.

The case underscores the importance of protecting personal data and highlights the responsibility of organisations to ensure that this data is secure.

In this article, we will explore how almost £14,000 was recovered for hacked data, how we handled the case, and why it is crucial to take immediate action if your data has been compromised.

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