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June 16, 2020

NHS ransomware attacks: rights for victims

Victims of NHS ransomware attacks can be entitled to claim data breach compensation with our expert team on a No Win, No Fee basis today.

Attacks against public sectors can be common because cybercriminals do target what they deem to be weaker systems, and this includes the NHS. In 2017, the WannaCry ransomware attack specifically targeted older and more outdated systems that may not be up to date, and the NHS was hit hard. There’s a trove of incredibly personal and sensitive data that the NHS is responsible for, which is another reason as to why it’s a target.

It’s the government’s responsibility to ensure that the NHS is fully protected against cyberattacks by properly funding our national healthcare service. For victims of a successful cyberattack, their rights are enshrined in law, and it’s important that we address this.

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June 12, 2020

Confidential patient information data breach

Any data breach that involves confidential patient information is incredibly serious. Victims can be entitled to make a claim for compensation, and we may be able to offer No Win, No Fee representation.

We can provide you with some insight into how you approach making a claim and how we may be able to help you. As a leading firm of data breach and consumer action specialists, we’ll also talk about our experience which is important to know about.

To speak to the team now for free, no-obligation advice, you can go to the contact page here.

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Babylon Health data breach
June 10, 2020

Babylon Health data breach

We are concerned to hear about the Babylon Health data breach following the story hitting the headlines and our firm being approached for media comment.

The app has been used for GP video appointments and reportedly has more than 2.3 million registered users in the UK. We understand that it may be popular right now as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, and now – more than ever – we need to make use of technology to keep us all safe. That being said, information must be safe and secure, and must not be exposed. If it is, victims should know their rights.

If you have been affected by this incident, we may be able to help you.

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June 03, 2020

When information is shared without consent

When information is shared without consent, the person whose data has been shared could be entitled to claim compensation, and we could pursue a case on a No Win, No Fee basis.

As a leading firm of consumer action and data breach compensation specialists, we represent thousands of clients for data breach claims. Many cases involve information being shared when it shouldn’t have been, so this is something that we’re used to representing people for.

If this has happened to you and you need our advice, here’s some guidance for you.

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May 29, 2020

Compensation where a letter is sent to the wrong address

If a letter is sent to the wrong address and this leads to a data breach where your privacy or information has been compromised, you may be able to claim compensation.

This kind of legal case is one that we can take forward for a victim on a No Win, No Fee basis for eligible clients. Your rights are enshrined in law and victims can claim damages where this kind of incident has led to the misuse or exposure of information.

It can be a common type of breach that we have helped people for over the many years we’ve been at the forefront of data breach compensation. As a leading law firm in this complex and niche area of law, we can help you.

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May 13, 2020

Hospital ransomware attacks: rights for victims

It’s important for victims to know their rights when it comes to hospital ransomware attacks, as this usually involves a great deal of personal and sensitive data.

Medical data breach compensation claims are one of the most common types of individual legal cases that we take forward. We represent thousands of clients, and those whose healthcare information has been misused or exposed tend to suffer significantly. This is why we do what we do: to make sure that the victims have a voice when data protection laws have been broken.

As a leading firm of consumer action and data breach compensation experts, here’s how we can help people.

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Nursing Home data breaches
May 01, 2020

Nursing home data breaches

Nursing home data breaches can have a devastating impact on the victims. When victims are already elderly and vulnerable, the impact can be worsened.

As a leading consumer action and data breach compensation law firm, it’s important for us to make sure that people know their rights. If you or someone you know has been affected by a data breach involving a nursing home, there is action that you can take.

We may be able to pursue a claim for compensation for the victim on a No Win, No Fee basis.

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April 17, 2020

Hospital patient records leak compensation cases

Victims of a hospital patient records leak can be entitled to make a claim for compensation with us on a No Win, No Fee basis.

These kinds of leaks can easily happen, and we represent a lot of clients for cases of this nature. Given the wealth of personal and sensitive information that healthcare organisations store and process, any leak or misuse event can be serious.

Victims of a medical data breach can be entitled to claim for the distress caused by the loss of control of their personal information. When it comes to medical cases, the distress can be severe.

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April 08, 2020

Healthcare data breach claims

Over the many years we’ve been at the forefront of healthcare data breach claims, we’ve seen increasing numbers of new compensation cases, and we expect this to continue.

The healthcare industry has always been a target for cybercriminals because of the nature of the data that they hold, and the sector has always been susceptible to breaches due to funding constraints in some areas. There’s also the fact that the nature of the data, when exposed, can mean that the impact for the victim is severe. This means people can be more likely to make a medical data breach compensation claim.

An important thing to remember is that victims should never suffer in silence. Here’s what you can do when it comes to making a medical data claim and how we can help you.

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February 18, 2020

Help if your medical records have been leaked

We understand the distress that can be caused when medical records have been leaked, as this is a common type of legal case that we take forward.

In fact, one of the many cases we recently settled was for this exact situation. Although no one wants to have their right to privacy leaked, we’re happy that we were able to secure yet another settlement for a happy client.

If this has happened to you, we may be able to represent you for a medical data breach compensation claim on a No Win, No Fee basis.

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