Cybercrime Claims.

CYBERCRIME CLAIM SPECIALISTS.

HELPING YOU TO CLAIM CYBER AND COMPUTER CRIME COMPENSATION

According to The Office for National Statistics, cases of fraud occurring in the UK almost double when cybercrime is accounted for. So, cybercrime is now a real threat to businesses and individuals. With an estimated 1,266% jump in cyber fraud last year^[1], it’s no wonder that consumer confidence is lacking and computer crime compensation claims are on the rise.

Cybercrime can lead to your personal and sensitive data getting into the wrong hands through the creation and spreading of viruses, hacking, and the use of counterfeit software, In the worst cases, this can lead to you falling victim to electronic fraud and identity theft. While in some instances, cybercrime is difficult to avoid, often it is made possible because an organisation has not put the necessary prevention methods in place to keep your data safe.

If you have become the victim of cybercrime because of such negligence, you may be able to claim compensation. At Hayes Connor Solicitors, we’ve been helping people to achieve the redress they deserve for over 50 years, so we know what it takes to make a successful cybercrime claim.

To find out more about computer crime compensation contact us today for a free initial assessment.

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REPORTING CYBERCRIME TO THE POLICE

If you want to report that you have been the victim of online fraud or identity theft, contact Action Fraud. You can do this online or via telephone. Action Fraud is the national fraud reporting service, and is the starting point for any police investigation into your loss. For any other form of cybercrime such as online stalking, harassment, or fears about sexual grooming, you should contact the police directly.

If someone is convicted of a cybercrime against you, the court may order them to pay you compensation.

COMPENSATION FOR CYBERCRIME

As a victim of cybercrime, you may be able to seek compensation through the civil courts. However, a wide range of factors will determine whether this is possible and how successful you are likely to be. This includes whether the fraudster is located overseas, how many people suffered because of the fraud (the total number of claimants) and whether money is available for compensation. Many such cases result in out-of-court settlements.

MAKING A CYBERCRIME CLAIM

If you want the court to consider awarding you compensation, you need to tell the police. You also need to give them details about any damage or distress you have suffered. The police will pass this information to the Crown Prosecution Service and it will make the request for compensation in court. However in criminal proceedings, it can be difficult to persuade the prosecutor to seek a compensation order (following a conviction).

Where the authorities are not interested, or where you do not want to make a criminal case, we can assist with a private prosecution. With this approach, your case goes before a judge in a civil trial. Often these cases are settled out of court. Proceedings can be started quickly, without the uncertainty associated with whether the prosecutor will investigate the case.

CYBERCRIME CLAIM SOLICITORS

Our professional, friendly team will be pleased to answer any questions you might have, and advise you on whether you have a valid claim.

If you have a straightforward claim, our quick claims form will help you to start this quickly and easily. This means you receive your compensation in the shortest possible time. However, if we believe you have a large, complex case, we’ll go through your options and may be able to act for you on a NO WIN, NO FEE basis.

We can help you to claim compensation for a range of cybercrime violations including:

• Data protection breaches and other data leaks
• Hacking
• Identity Theft
• Phishing
• Fraud & Financial Crimes
• Copyright Infringements
• Cyberextorion
• Online harassment .

Our professional, friendly team will be pleased to answer any questions you might have, and advise you on whether you have a valid claim.

If you have a straightforward claim, our quick claims form will help you to start this quickly and easily. This means you receive your compensation in the shortest possible time. However, if we believe you have a large, complex case, we’ll go through your options and may be able to act for you on a NO WIN, NO FEE basis.

We can help you to claim compensation for a range of cybercrime violations including data protection breaches , data leaks, human rights breaches, and the misuse of personal information.

COMPANY NEGLIGENCE LEADING TO CYBERCRIME

Over the last few years, mobile phone networks, tech firms, retailers, and banks have all hit the headlines due to data security breaches. In many cases, these offences were made possible due to poor IT and data management practices.

Find out more about making a data breach compensation claim.

To claim compensation, you must be able to prove that you suffered as a result of the breach. This includes financial and medical harm, as well as anguish and anxiety. In many cases, a violation will not cause damage but will cause distress. Typically, while an individual who has suffered loss could have their compensation increased to take any associated suffering into account, in most cases, payment will not be awarded for distress alone.

CREDIT CARD COMPENSATION FOLLOWING CYBERCRIME

If you pay for something using a credit card and are the victim of fraud, you are afforded an extra level of protection.

Under Section 75 of the Consumer Credit Act 1974, customers who have a claim against a seller for breach of contract or misrepresentation may also have an equal claim against their credit card company. Just as importantly, you can pursue a claim against both parties at the same time.

Purchases of between £100 and £30,000 made wholly or partially with a credit card are protected under the Act. We’ll advise you on whether you can claim compensation from your credit card company for any losses.

MAKING A CYBERCRIME COMPENSATION CLAIM WITH HAYES CONNOR SOLICITORS

At Hayes Connor Solicitors, we understand that making a compensation claim can be stressful; especially where you have already been the victim of a crime. That’s why we make sure you always know what’s happening with your case and remove the jargon from the process. It also goes without saying that our process is fully compliant with data protection guidance and we never put your details at risk.

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CONTACT US AND START YOUR CYBERCRIME CLAIM TODAY

At Hayes Connor Solicitors we make sure you receive the maximum compensation possible in the shortest possible time. However, with strict time limits in place for making computer compensation claims, it’s important to act now.