Tag: Compensation
How big is the Virgin Media data breach of 2020?
The Virgin Media data breach may well be the biggest we will see in 2020, and it could be one of the biggest in terms of compensation actions in the UK.
This breach has definitely seen a huge share of media coverage, much of which we have been at the centre of. As a leading firm of consumer action and data breach compensation experts, initiating the legal action that we have was inevitable. With over 50 separate actions so far, most of which are data breach actions, this is what we specialise in.
Here’s how this breach is shaping up in terms of its size the compensation action that we have launched.
Virgin Media data incident: advice for victims
If you have been affected by the Virgin Media data incident, what can you do about it and how can we help you?
We’re representing a huge number of people for No Win, No Fee legal cases, and we may be able to help you too. Any fine from the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) isn’t designed to be used as compensation for victims, and money from penalties usually ends up in the public purse. For the victims to receive justice for what has happened, a separate legal case needs to be made and we’ve launched a group compensation action for people to come together.
There’s strength in numbers. With our unique expertise in this complex and niche area of law, we may be able to represent you for a case on a No Win, No Fee basis.
Why make a claim for the Virgin Media data breach?
If you’ve received notification that you’re affected by the Virgin Media data breach, you may be wondering: why make a claim at all?
It’s totally up to you as to whether you go ahead with a case or not. The law is there and it’s on your side, but it’s down to each and every victim to decide if they want to be a part of the group compensation action or not.
With this aspect in mind, here are some reasons as to why making a claim can be beneficial for you and for data protection on the whole.
What does it cost to join the Virgin Media data breach action?
A common question from people who want to be a part of the Virgin Media data breach compensation action is this: what is the cost to join?
The short answer is that there are no upfront costs for joining the action, and we’re not in the habit of asking for legal fees to be paid by you during the course of the case either. All we ask in return is that you comply with the reasonable terms of the agreement in place.
As a leading firm of consumer action and data breach compensation specialists, it’s our mission to make sure that victims of a breach have a voice. This is why we work in the way that we do.
Have you received a Virgin Media data breach email?
If you’ve received the Virgin Media data breach email, you could be eligible to make a claim for compensation as part of the No Win, No Fee action we’ve launched.
Your Lawyers, as a leading firm of consumer action and data breach compensation specialists, have established this website for victims to access the justice that they deserve. It’s quick and easy to get a claim started as your way of having a voice as a victim whose information has been exposed for a prolonged period of time.
Here’s how we can help you.
How the No Win, No Fee for Virgin Media claims works
We’re offering genuine No Win, No Fee representation for victims of the Virgin Media data breach who place their compensation claim with us.
We’ve covered this before in one of our recent articles, but we know a few people may want additional information about how it works. How and why do we offer this? What are the fees that we incur that we can write off?
We’ve worked in this way for years, and for the over 50 group and multi-party actions we’ve been involved with. We’re offering our services this way for victims of the Virgin Media cybersecurity breach too, and here’s how it works.
How do I claim compensation from Virgin Media for the data breach?
If you need some guidance about how you can claim compensation from Virgin Media as a victim of their recent data breach, here’s what you need to know and what you need to do.
This dedicated website has been specifically set up for victims to be able to start their legal case and join the group action for compensation quickly and easily. Representation is on a No Win, No Fee basis, and everything is set up for you to be able to complete the forms and lodge your case without fuss or hassle.
We, Your Lawyers, are a leading consumer action and data breach compensation law firm operating in England and Wales. We’re fighting for justice in over 50 different actions and we’re representing thousands of data breach clients. We have been appointed with Steering Committee seats in actions, and this niche and complex area of law is what we specialise in.
Precautions to take as a victim of the Virgin Media data breach
There are some precautions to take as a victim of the Virgin Media data breach that we recommend that you should follow through with.
As well as joining the compensation action for justice, you should be careful about being targeted by criminals who may wish to use information exposed in the breach against you. We know that the data was accessed during the breach period and it may be that it could be used by someone with malicious intentions.
Here’s a little guidance for you.
When could a Virgin Media GLO be established?
Some clients and media contacts have asked us when we will know about any Virgin Media GLO (Group Litigation Order) that could be established.
As it’s early days, it really is hard to know at present when, or if, a GLO may be established. As a leading consumer action and data breach compensation law firm, we can look at similar examples to compare to, and advise about what may happen.
For the victims, all you need to do is make sure you sign-up and start your No Win, No Fee case right away. As long as you’ve received confirmation that you were affected, you should be eligible to start a claim immediately.
The discovery of the Virgin Media data security breach
The recent discovery of the Virgin Media data security breach is a concern in itself and is a factor we’re taking into consideration as part of our growing compensation action.
How the breach was discovered, who uncovered it, and the length of time the data had been left exposed makes for alarming reading. We’re confident that we can succeed with our action for compensation, in any event, but these additional factors can mean that any defence Virgin Media tries to put forward may be weakened.
Anyone affected by the data breach can be eligible to start a claim for compensation with us on a No Win, No Fee basis immediately.
