Data Protection Claims

If you have fallen victim to a data protection breach, where your personal and private information has not been kept safely you could be entitled to compensation. A data protection breach can cause emotional and financial suffering to those affected and claiming compensation can help to get your life back on track and recover any losses that may have come because of it.

HNK Solicitors are specialists in pursuing claims for data protection breaches. We have years of experience in successfully holding public bodies and private companies to account and obtaining compensation for victims of data breaches. We can even offer a no-win-no-fee service.

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Get in touch using our contact forms or any details provided throughout the site.

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We arrange a free consultation with you to discuss the case

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If accepted we will action your case on a no win no fee basis.

The Data Protection Act 2018, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Human Rights Act all require strict compliance with data protection. Therefore, by law, public bodies and private companies who collect a significant amount of sensitive information about people have to store data responsibly and can be prosecuted if they do not do so.

You have the right for your personal information to be kept private. If your data is breached this can lead to identity fraud, financial losses, or catastrophic reputational damage. Examples of personal data that can be breached are contact details and addresses, national insurance number, date of birth, personal health information, medical documents, financial information, and employment records.

What can I claim for?

You can be entitled to claim compensation for:

Misuse of private information
Loss of control of data
Breach of confidence
Financial Loss
Damage
Distress
Human rights breaches

The amount you can claim depends on your particular case, but it could range up to thousands of pounds. HNK can assess your case individually and advise you on what compensation you could be entitled to.

What is a Data breach?

In accordance with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018, companies who control your data have a duty to you to secure and retain data lawfully with regards to risk. A breach of data protection can occur when an organisation:

Fails to protect your data from unlawful access/disclosure
Fails to take security measures to protect your data from the risk of hackers or thieves
Fails to process your data fairly or accurately
Uses data outside its stated purpose
Fails to keep your data up to date or relevant
Stores inaccurate or out of date information
Makes confidential data public

Case Study

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HNK Solicitors secure £7,000 in data breach claim against Cheshire Council East

Recently, HNK Solicitors acted on behalf of a client, who will be referred to as SH, in a data breach claim against Cheshire East Council. The data breach occurred after SH was subject to an anonymous complaint regarding their children. Although the complaint was not upheld, during the initial investigation Cheshire East Council, the Defendant, divulged personal data, and the context of the complaint with an unauthorised person(s). This is a clear breach of SH’s...

What can we do?

If you have experienced a data breach, we can seek compensation on your behalf. Contact us for a no-obligation consultation and if we believe your case will be successful, we can offer to take it on through a no-win-no-fee conditional fee agreement. This means you can make your claim on a no-risk basis as you won’t have to pay out if your case is lost.

HNK has a team of expert solicitors who have years of experience in handling data breach claims. We understand the damage and distress that can be caused when your data is breached and will work hard to ensure you get the compensation you deserve. There are often strict time limits in place for making most compensation claims for a data breach, so it is essential to act now.

Free Consultation

Contact HNK to arrange a free no-obligation consultation to discuss the details of your claim. We will provide honest, helpful advice on how to progress further.

No-win-no-fee

We can support you on a no-win-no-fee basis, which means you’ll only have to pay us once your case is won and your compensation has been awarded.

Recent Data Breaches we can help with

You may remember recent data breaches that were highly publicized in the media from British Airways, MyFitnessPal, Ticketmaster, online fashion retailer Lasula, Cathays Pacific Airways, Marriot Hotels, and Dixons Carphone. If you have been affected by any of these, contact HNK today.

FAQ

When do I need to make a claim?

The current limitation period for making a data protection claim in six years. This means if you have been subject to a data breach in the past six years, you can potentially make a claim. However, in some group action cases, the Court set separate deadlines that you need to join a case by. Therefore, it is important to act now if you want to make a claim.

How much will it cost me to make a claim?

Nothing upfront. HNK offers a no-win-no-fee service to people with cases who hold prospects of success. Under the terms of this agreement, you will not have to pay our fees if you lose your case, and will only have to pay a small percentage if you win and are awarded compensation. HNK Solicitors will never take more than 35% of your compensation.

Who can I claim data breach compensation from?

Any organisation including public bodies and private companies can be held accountable for a data breach. Any organisation that collects a significant amount of sensitive information about people has a legal obligation to store this data responsibly, and if they don’t a claim can be made against them. The following are some examples of public and private bodies who may hold data about you:

Public bodies:

• The Police
• The NHS
• Local Authorities
• The government
• Her Majesty’s Court (HMCTS)

Private bodies:

• Airlines
• Social media companies
• Banks and building societies
• Ticket/Event companies
• Former/Current employers
• Online retailers

What should I do if I think my data has been breached?

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s independent data privacy regulator, imposes hefty fines on organisations that fail to meet the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Details of any breaches are published on the ICO website so you can check there to see if you may have been affected. If you hear a company has been fined for a data breach by the ICO, and think you’ve been affected you should seek legal advice straight away.

HNK will be able to assess whether you are entitled to claim for compensation. We can then pursue your case for you on a no-win-no-fee basis.

What can I claim for?

You can make a claim for compensation for damages, for example, if you have suffered financial losses because your card details have been stolen, and distress, if the result of the data breach has left you suffering from stress, distress or anxiety. Even if you haven’t suffered as a result of a data breach, you can still claim for failure to protect your data.

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08:39 31 May 23

Positive service. Treated me with kindness and respect. Didn't make me uncomfortable whilst doing their enquiries.Kept... me in the loop at all times and helped me come to a decision that best suited me.Thank you to Michael Wharton for making the effort to help me :)read more

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20:09 19 May 23

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06:45 13 May 23

I was arrested under suspicion of several offences (was not charged with any). This was very Concerning since I was a... top law student at the time, gaining a mid 1st for my criminal law work and Human Rights work - The solicitor at this firm involved in my case against the Police clearly knew nothing about criminal law, evidence or HR’s. As none of it happened, I was merely acting within my human rights, hence why the CPS ordered the Police to drop the whole case against me, which they did and with NFA.The solicitor at this firm dealing with my matters should not be a solicitor, as she does not know the law! She was also extremely rude, would not allow me to speak (kept interrupting and talking over me ) was entitled and patronising!I think they updated me just twice in a year!! I will be reporting this firm to the SRA, who are their regulatory body. Absolutely disgusted and a disgrace to the profession.Yes, I was a real client of theirs and this is a bona fida review - I am not at any liberty to give my name, if I don’t wish to.read more

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17:01 26 Apr 23

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13:29 30 Jan 23

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16:29 11 Jan 22

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15:16 24 Nov 21

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01:38 12 Nov 21

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11:31 10 Nov 21

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07:26 30 Sep 21

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10:04 28 Sep 21

I can’t quite put into words how brilliant these solicitors are, they provide a fantastic service and are very gentle... when discussing sensitive subjects. Michael has been so incredibly helpful and I would like to send him a massive thanks for everything he has done for me. The receptionist has always also been very polite, friendly and welcoming and I would also like to thank her for supplying a kind atmosphere whenever I have needed to contact the team.read more

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14:12 09 Aug 21

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20:34 04 Aug 21

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19:02 02 Aug 21

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10:06 14 Jul 21

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10:51 05 Jul 21

I am very happy with the service I got they were ever so good at dealing with my matter and very polite. They were also... very helpful with giving me great advice I would definitely use their services again in the near future I am very happy with the outcome of my caseread more

Stephen Stratton

10:09 28 Jun 21

Following repeated violations and data protections concerns by the police I was able to secure a settlement which I am... very happy with. Demi and her team were helpful, professional and informative throughout. I would highly recommend contacting HNK Solicitors for initial advice with any legal matters.read more

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11:26 23 Jun 21

After a very Violated experience with the police, my solicitor Demi was there step by step, keeping me up to date with... everything. If I ever needed Higgs Newton Kenyon I again I wouldn't hesitate to contact them. Thank you.read more

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19:46 10 May 21

I would highly recommend this firm. They have acted on my behalf twice now and have successfully won compensation for... both cases. They are a very professional team of solicitors with expansive knowledge of the law. If you want a good result with sound honest advice, then this firm is in my opinion one the best and not afraid to challenge injustice.Thank you,Yours sincerelyJason Patrickread more

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12:47 20 Apr 21

This firm is absolutely amazing. I have been so pleased with how my case was handled and the solicitors kept me... informed every step of the way. I am also very pleased with the outcome. I would definitely recommend this firm to anybody.read more

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20:07 08 Apr 21

Excellent company to deal with. Highly professional, responsive to client needs and very thorough. Would recommend.

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14:05 08 Mar 21

So happy with my results worked with Micheal he won my case couldn’t be any more professional at what he does so happy ... With the outcome thank you so much Micheal .read more

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14:11 07 Sep 20

I can't thank you all enough for the hard work you put into my case. I'm so very grateful xxx

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09:45 25 Aug 20

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