Data Breach & Cybercrime Claims

Data Protection Claims

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.

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.

How do I claim?

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

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We will arrange a free consultation with you to discuss your claim.

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If you have a valid claim, we will accept your case on a No Win No Fee basis.

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HNK Client Successful in £28,000 Sexual Misconduct and Misfeasance Case Against The Chief Constable of Sussex Police

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

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 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

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.

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.

Any organisation, including public bodies and private companies, can be held accountable for a data breach, as can individuals.

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

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.

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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Sam Levett

05:58 02 Oct 24

Very professional team with amazing communication, thankyou so much 🙏

David Shepherd

07:12 26 Sep 24

Absolutely appalling solicitors left me in 33grand debt should be 5 stars below hnk duped me into going to court against police by threatening me with thousands and thousands of solicitors fees if I tried to pull out of the trial.this was not a criminal trial it was a no win no fee complaint against police hnk obtained a massive five figure legal aid sum it was obtained because i was on sickness benifits at that time. i was told that it would cover legal aid costs for the court fees i was compleatley mislead. it all went to hnk. the trial went against me as hnk supplied me with a totally inept barrister he was weak and submitted easily .Now I'm suffering from depression and its left me with a massive 33k court fees how hnk are allowed to practice is beyond me. Hnk have absolutely ruined my life. my advice is find yourself a decent solicitor there are plenty out there .you don't want to end up in my position I have had to pay a claims company 16half grand which I have had toBorrow of my family the rest is on a payment plan worst mistake of my life was having anything to do with hnk beware you will be told a load of misleading information then you will be caught in there web with no escape except deb now iv had a charging order put on my house now I no why hnk asked me when this no win no fee ha ha started if I had any property i did not realize then it was to secure legal aid crafty. what a situation im in the victim me paying the perpetrators suming up nightmare solicitors

Headon Enterprises

14:25 16 Sep 24

I received a good service from Higgs Newton Kenyon Solicitors. Although it took a little longer than expected to get a result.

K D

11:21 14 Sep 24

They’ve done an excellent job for me, I can’t speak highly enough of them and I wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again.

Richard Jones

12:32 09 Sep 24

Excellent service throughout kept me informed and advised and got me the justice I feel I deserved would definitely use again and recommend to family and friends thanks again HNK

Paul Reid

16:51 15 Aug 24

Good firm. Good, clear comms through the process

Iain Sutherland

20:42 12 Aug 24

Excellent firm, they took my case when 5 other firms said no. very professional with great communication throughout.I would highly recommend them to anyone, they care and absolutely do their best for the best outcome possible.I cannot thank them enough for helping to bring me some closure from a horrible experience.If I could give them 6 stars I would.Thank you very much to all the people at this firm for helping and for all your hard work and also staying patient with me when I didn't understand the what when and why's.

Kitcatsnz

13:59 02 Aug 24

Anna Summerhayes

16:09 01 Aug 24

Michelle and Leigha have been absolutely wonderful. They kept me updated, advised and notified me during the whole process of my claim. Michelle fought for more compensation than was originally offered resulting in me being awarded a substantial amount. The justification for me was priceless as in essence it proved an admission of guilt from the Police Force in question. I would highly recommend this company and would definitely use thier expert services again if needed. Thank you for everything ❤️

Alec M

19:00 18 Jul 24

Brilliant staff, brilliant service will be using them again very professional and helpful and a successful claim against the police for misconduct can't thank them enough

Jay Duckworth

20:34 08 Jul 24

Michael from HNK Solicitors provided an excellent, straightforward, and professional service, with the outcome being very positive. Would recommend.

Gemini Love

12:44 02 Jul 24

I have had really good communication from start to finish. I would highly recommend them

O O

10:09 24 Jun 24

Don't' waste your time with this outfit!

Will Richards

20:51 13 Jun 24

I received clear information and updates on the case, though I was disappointed after being advised I could expect a higher level of compensation than I actually received.Nonetheless, I was happy with the friendly and helpful communication I enjoyed, and the work done on my behalf.

Foamy

15:16 12 Jun 24

Phoned them and spoke for 3 hours, they have a policy of taking one crime on its own, so if the crime happens over a few days then they take each day as a separate case!!!!..... so if the evidence for any of these days is linked, they will not count it as they deal with each day on its own!!!!.... useless firm that only wants to make money by making as many cases as they can.....reported to SRA for conduct and basic ignorance to the needs of the client.

James Shaw

14:06 03 Jun 24

Excellent service from HNK with a special mention to Lauren and Leigha. HNK managed to settle my claim to a satisfactory outcome. I was consulted along the way and was fully informed before making any decisions and before any action was taken. Definitely recommend

Ben Stokes

12:43 26 Apr 24

Fantastic service throughout. Professional and knowledgeable solicitors who hold corrupt and dishonest police officers to account. Settled my case within 3 months. Made an awful situation somewhat better. Highly recommended.

imrie Michie

16:10 25 Apr 24

They kept me informed all the way through the process it did take time but they got me a result I will use then again and again and a special thanks to Michelle McMahon

Terry Staples

14:22 25 Apr 24

Amazing and professional

Stephen Chipchase

14:59 23 Apr 24

100% recommended, I was kept in the loop from the start and the team answered any questions I had.We had a fast resolution and should I be unfortunate enough to need solicitors in the future I won't hesitate calling HNK

Drew Bell

11:45 04 Mar 24

Vivien was brilliant, I won my claim for damages received settling at 5k for a false arrest. She kept me in the loop and followed any instructions I gave her but at the same time she made sure I was informed enough to make certain decisions. Over all would highly recommend and definitely use these guys again if needed.

Col Gilbert

10:05 15 Feb 24

R Morley

10:52 23 Jan 24

Stuck with me all the way through the start and got exactly the result I wanted and even more, didn't think I could be compensated as much due to the circumstances, thanks a lot and would recommend anyone to these services, always professional, keep up the good work.

Georgi Kolev

11:41 13 Jan 24

Exceptional Advocacy by HNK SolicitorsI am thrilled to share my outstanding experience with HNK Solicitors, who played an instrumental role in bringing action against the police on my behalf. From the outset, their professionalism and dedication were evident. HNK's expertise and strategic approach ensured a positive outcome, instilling confidence in me throughout the process. Their clear communication and genuine concern for my well-being set them apart. I highly recommend HNK Solicitors to anyone seeking expert legal representation. Thank you, HNK, for your exceptional support in securing justice.

Simon Si

18:17 10 Jan 24

Very good service throughout, they constantly kept me in the loop and managed a very satisfactory result. I would gladly recommend their service,s to any experiencing the same sort of problems.Many thanksSimon

Loops Ent

07:29 22 Dec 23

Very good Solicitor firm, very deligent with their approach. Was an absolute pleasure to work with as they took on my claims against the police and saw to it that a compensation was reached. However this is just one out of many potential cases so am looking forward to working with you guys again.

Dina 21

16:35 11 Dec 23

I want to say that the experience I had with this solicitors has been very positive. As through no fault of theirs this case took alot of time.I was impressed with the end results.

Majik E

13:05 06 Dec 23

Michael Wharton kept me informed throughout my criminal injures claim and was always available for advice and reassurance. Just waiting for my claim to be paid out and that will be a satisfactory end to a traumatic event. Again a big thank you to HNK solicitors.

christian heath

12:02 29 Nov 23

Been really helpful and quick at getting it done and processed.

Matthew Higgins

23:31 16 Nov 23

I highly recommend HNK Solicitors for their outstanding work on my case against the police. Vivian was fantastic, providing constant support and making the process much more comfortable. Thanks to the excellent teamwork between her and Alex, we won the case. If you've been wronged by the police, HNK Solicitors are the ones to call.

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16:17 20 Oct 23

Being the first time having to fight a case against the police I was a bit apprehensive with what the outcome may of been but my solicitor demi was kind and professional and always made me feel at ease every time i spoke to her. I can't thank her enough for the work she put into fighting my case and having Alex as my barrister who I was extremely impress with how he handled my case was a true blessing. So grateful for them both and I have and would forever recommend anyone to work with the firm. Thanks again 😊

Milly Ferguson

10:15 19 Oct 23

I would highly recommend!! Got my claim sorted out within months

Cw Cw

20:21 06 Oct 23

Lindsey Francis

14:33 29 Sep 23

Amazing service. prompt, successful and professional throughout. Would highly recommend.

unome

17:07 25 Sep 23

I thank all involved in processing my claim successfuly. Everyone was professional,helpful and polite.

14:05 16 Sep 23

I took legal action against the police who had falsified evidence against me. I have no criminal record or history of wrong doing. Unlawful arrest, Imprisonment and use of force. With help from this legal firm I was awarded £££££££ in damages. Very Professional and they assured, and informed me throughout the full process.

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12:25 08 Sep 23

Have sought the help of Higgs Newton Kenyon Solicitors on a number of cases now, and they've been nothing but attentive and helpful at getting me the best outcome. Would highly recommend

Rob Marchant

18:39 29 Aug 23

Very satisfied with service provided to me! Would highly recommend this company to all ! Robert w Marchant.

Scott LP

15:09 26 Aug 23

They are lawyers, so $$$ is their only agenda and, thus, when we refused the offer of compensation in favour of a public apology, they ended up defending the perpetrators out of spite. Unethical is an understatement.

Courtney Lviz

10:32 22 Aug 23

I am extremely satisfied with the exceptional service provided by Higgs Newton Kenyon solicitors. Their dedicated work and professionalism in handling my case led to a successful settlement that brought great relief. The team's commitment to excellence is truly impressive, and I appreciate their efforts. I highly recommend their services and am grateful for their support. Thank you, HNK solicitors!- Courtney LV

15:35 14 Aug 23

Excellent professionalism and outcome by Michelle McMahon, thank you.

FullStop Bandit

16:24 05 Aug 23

Steer clear of Vivien Lee unless you are motivated purely and exclusively by undiluted greed and amorality.

Anthony Smith

01:43 26 Jul 23

I must have drawn the short straw if all these positive reviews are authentic.My own case was handled mainly by para legals. Who displayed very little skill, or real knowledge of the law, and definitely lacked any kind of commitment. I received only one phone call in the three years it took them to 'resolve ' my case.The treatment I received from this firm was barely adequate. If you are thinking of using HNK my advice is find someone else. Unless you don't mind wasting three years of your life for very little in the way of compensation.

David Swift (Loquacious)

23:04 18 Jul 23

Very promising. Will update once completed.

Ankur deswal

17:34 17 Jul 23

Such a wonderful experience with them.Excellent services got such a friendly people thanks HNK .. 🙏🙏

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22:34 09 Jul 23

I've learned a lot from life. Even if you are decent, humble, and honest to guys, it doesn't guarantee that they will treat you similarly. I've been married to my spouse for about six years and didn't know he was cheating. I chose to confide in a friend after noticing some changes in his behavior, and they connected me with a hacker by the name of DAVID WILFRED. By remotely hacking and gaining access to his phone call log, Facebook, Messenger messages, phone texts, WhatsApp, Skype, database, and other items, this guy did an amazing and excellent work for me. You can get in touch with this active hacker at (digitaltechhacker @ gmail com).

Kelsea Naismith

21:21 03 Jul 23

My solicitors name was Micheal Wharton, he done an amazing job in helping me with my case. He treated me with empathy, respect, and compassion. He is very understanding and kept me up to date with any updates/changes every step of the way. His communication skills are amazing, and he made me feel at ease when talking about my case and reassured me when I was worried.I would highly recommend Micheal Wharton as your solicitor he is very good at what he does and is very professional at all times whilst providing excellent support and advice.I can't thank Micheal enough for everything he has done for me.

Ellen Brown

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 🙂

Al Tommo

20:09 19 May 23

Very good service, couldn’t be happier with how they handled my claim and we also got justice and compensated rightly! 5 stars 10/10 does what it says on the tin thank you to the team at Hicks Newton Kenyon

brian morhan

17:01 26 Apr 23

Absolutely brilliant. They kept me in the loop throughout the process. I am very happy with the result. Very professional team. I would 100 percent recommend them. Thank you Michael.

amber-marie shoemark

16:30 24 Feb 23

Highly recommend using higgs Newton Kenyon solicitors I most definitely got my justice I deserved could not of done it with out Michael support I got the support and help the very first day Michael got in contact with me and all the support carried on all the way to the last day

M Edgerton

13:29 30 Jan 23

I contacted Higgs Newton Kenyon over a distressing experience with the police and feeling very vulnerable. Lynne Hughes helped me with my case and was really understanding and empathetic. It meant a lot to have someone speak for me and the outcome of the case was better than I expected. Thanks to their service I have been able to put this experience behind me and move on.Would recommend.