If you are a victim of a data protection failure involving your employment data, check out our current group actions to see if we are running a claim related to that specific breach.
Too many people are finding that their employers are not protecting their personal data. A failure to invest in adequate data protection training means that human error is still the leading cause of data privacy violations in the workplace. But cyber-attacks are on the rise as hackers become more sophisticated in their methods of accessing and exploiting personal data.
It’s alarming to think that your personal data could be at risk because of your employer’s negligence. Not least because a data breach could have serious consequences, from financial loss to identity theft. Not to mention the psychological toll it can take on victims, who may feel violated, vulnerable, and betrayed. The consequences of a data breach can be devastating. It’s not just data that’s at stake, it’s our trust in our employers and our sense of security.
But don’t despair! You have rights and options when it comes to protecting your data privacy.
As an employee, you have the right to expect that your personal information will be kept safe and secure, and your employer has a duty of care to make that happen.
An employer cannot fire you or harm your career in any way if you make a claim. They would be breaking employment law if they did, and any action could be classed as discrimination.
KP Law is a group action law firm. With a group action claim, you and the other victims join together and fight to get compensation. Group actions can be a powerful tool and can have a bigger impact than a single claim.
If you are a victim of a data protection failure involving your employment data, check out our current group actions to see if we are running a claim related to that specific breach.
If you are involved in a potential group action not listed below, please contact us and tell us about it! Where enough people come forward, we may launch a new claim.
We do not take on individual cases.
Don’t let the fear of costs stop you getting the justice you deserve. Contact us today and let us fight for you.
There are several types of data breaches that can affect employees due to poor data protection processes by their employers. For example:
Cybercriminals often use fake emails or websites to trick employees into giving away sensitive information, such as login credentials or financial data. If an employee falls for a phishing scam, the cybercriminals can gain access to the company's systems and data.
Employees can also be a source of data breaches if they intentionally or unintentionally leak sensitive information. This can happen if employees are not properly trained on data protection processes, or if they are disgruntled and want to harm the company and there are not protections in place to stop them from doing so.
Cybercriminals can intercept data transmitted over unsecured Wi-Fi networks, giving them access to sensitive information.
Often, cybercriminals gain access to a company’s systems through vulnerabilities in third-party software.
If employers fail to keep their software up to date with the latest security patches, cybercriminals can exploit vulnerabilities in the software to gain access to sensitive data.
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While each case is judged on its own merits, there are some things we would typically look for when it comes to when claiming compensation following a data breach, cybercrime or other GDPR violation:
With stolen data, cybercriminals can make purchases using your bank and credit cards, apply for credit in your name, set up fraudulent bank accounts and access your existing online accounts.
GDPR failures, cybercrime and data breaches can have a significant impact on you, both mentally and physically. They can cause or exacerbate anxiety, stress and other psychological conditions.
If you are an Arnold Clark customer, you could be eligible to join our action and get compensation for the Arnold Clark data breach.
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On 10 October 2023, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) issued a reprimand for Optionis Group Limited for a withdrawal of personal data after a cyber-attack.
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KP Law is a founding member of the Collective Redress Lawyers Association (CORLA). CORLA aims to improve access to justice for claimants by way of collective redress.
