Leigh Day is committed to offering individuals support in the aftermath of data breaches that have impacted utilities companies, public authorities and retailers. Department head Sean Humber is often instructed to act against government departments and has acted in several class actions, particularly in those related to the healthcare sector. Gene Matthews has a background in human and consumer rights law.
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Testimonials
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- 'Sean Humber was always friendly and approachable.'
- 'Leigh Day takes data protection very seriously.'
Key clients
- 385 TalkTalk customers affected by data breach
- 6,000 + easyJet customers affected by data breach
Work highlights
Successfully settled a group claim on behalf of 385 customers of TalkTalk in relation to alleged data breaches. It was alleged that the affected customers' personal data, including their names, addresses, dates of birth, email addresses, TalkTalk account numbers, and bank account details, were accessed.
Practice head
Sean Humber
Other key lawyers
Gene Matthews; Joshua Garrod