Category: About the Data Breach
Human error data breaches: the Virgin Media case
Human error data breaches are incredibly common. When it comes to how we approach this factor in an action like the Virgin Media legal cases that we have launched, we look at systemic failures.
In short, people can claim compensation where the cause of a data breach is triggered by a so-called human error. There are usually organisational failures to consider, especially in this case when information was left exposed for a period of 10 months.
The law can mean that the negligence of an employee can fall on to the organisation in any event, so people can still claim.
Compensation for cybersecurity incidents
The GDPR can allow victims to claim compensation for cybersecurity incidents. Those affected by the Virgin Media data leak could be entitled to recover damages with us on a No Win, No Fee basis.
This was a big data breach that was entirely avoidable. A wealth of information has been exposed and, in some cases, the data involved is incredibly personal and sensitive. We are representing a large group of victims for legal cases, and there is still time to join the action here if you have not already done so.
Here is some guidance about claiming compensation for cybersecurity incidents, and how the 900,000 people affected by the Virgin Media leak can receive the justice that they deserve.
Virgin Media: compensation for unlawful access to records
Victims of the Virgin Media data breach can be entitled, by law, to recover compensation for the unlawful access to records that took place.
The GDPR provides us with a legal right for our privacy to be maintained and our private data to be protected. When our rights are breached, victims could claim compensation for any distress caused, and for any losses and expenses incurred.
Here is how we can help you if you have been affected by the leak. To get started with your legal case now, all you need to do is complete the forms on the main section of our website here.
Fraudsters targeting Virgin Media customers
News of fraudsters targeting Virgin Media customers is worrying, especially as it appears to coincide with the data breach that was discovered earlier this year.
Although there is no way of knowing for sure if the two are connected, there are some concerning links between the two incidents. It is not uncommon for fraudsters to target people who have, or may likely have been, affected by a data breach. In previous cases, fraudsters have posed as the organisation that suffered the breach and used that reason to pose as the actual company itself. Some have lost thousands of pounds in fraud events, so there is every reason to be concerned.
Virgin Media data protection and privacy claims explained
We have launched data protection and privacy breach claims for victims of the Virgin Media incident that was discovered earlier this year.
We are representing our clients for legal cases on a No Win, No Fee basis. You can start your claim by completing a few simple forms on the main section of the website here.
For a little more information about how the claims work, read on. As a leading firm of lawyers that specialise in consumer action, data protection and privacy claims, we can help you.
Why claim compensation for the Virgin Media data breach?
Here are what we think are good reasons as to why you should claim compensation for the Virgin Media data breach, and whether you are eligible to start a case with us.
As a leading firm of consumer action and data breach lawyers, we are involved in over 50 different group and multi-party actions in total. We believe that corporations should be held to account for any negligence, and we believe that the victims deserve to be compensated. We believe in access to justice, which is why we usually operate these actions for people on a No Win, No Fee basis.
When it comes to this year’s Virgin media data breach, here are some reasons to claim and what you need to do.
Cyber compensation claims for the Virgin Media breach
Cyber compensation claims for victims of the Virgin Media data breach are for those affected to pursue damages for the loss of control of their personal information.
In addition, if losses and expenses have also been incurred, those could be added to any claim for the distress as well.
Here is some brief guidance about what a claim could entail and how this can tie in with the Virgin Media data breach. You can also sign-up for a No Win, No Fee compensation case today here.
Information exposure in the Virgin Media data leak
Victims of the information exposure that occurred as a result of the Virgin Media data leak can be entitled to start a claim compensation with us today on a No Win, No Fee basis.
Here, we will briefly go into what happened, as well as outline the potential risks for victims. We will also link to you where need to go to start your case now, which you can do here now. All you need to do is complete a few forms and your No Win, No Fee case can be launched without delay.
We are a leading firm of consumer action and data breach lawyers working hard for thousands of clients in multiple actions in England and Wales. We now represent a large number of victims of the Virgin Media data breach, and we may be able to help you too. You still have time to start a case, but we always recommend that you launch your claim at the earliest opportunity.
Our Virgin Media data breach group action
Our Virgin Media data breach group action is well underway, and we now represent a large number of clients for cases on a No Win, No Fee basis.
If you have yet to sign up for a legal case, you should do so as soon as you can. You could be entitled to claim thousands of pounds in damages for any distress suffered by the loss of control of your personal information.
Here’s some information about the action and what to expect if you have yet to start your case.
Virgin Media and the impact of a data breach
The impact of a data breach can be substantial and it should never be underestimated, especially when it comes to cases like the Virgin Media leak.
When data is left exposed for such a long period of time, and for so many people, it is a serious event. The incident was worsened with the news that at least one unknown third party managed to access the exposed data during the breach period as well. The risks of this data ending up in the wrong hands can be severe, so the impact for the victims can also be serious.
The law is there to protect our right to privacy for a very good reason, and the law should always be upheld!
