05/07/2019 0 Comments

Data Protection Commission Deems Majority Of Data Protection Complaints Valid

In the year since the introduction of the GDPR legislation (May 2018 – May 2019), the Data Protection Commission (DPC) received 6,200 complaints relating to breaches of data protection

In the year since the introduction of the GDPR legislation (May 2018 – May 2019), the Data Protection Commission (DPC) received 6,200 complaints relating to breaches of data protection. Of these 6,200 complaints, over 5,800 were deemed as valid, a significant number which has marked a new era in data protection standards.

Protection Of Personal Information

The GDPR legislation has greatly increased the level of protection surrounding personal data and, as evidenced by the number of cases they have carefully reviewed, the DPC is firmly committed to its role in public enforcement of the new law.

Filing A Complaint

If you believe your personal data has been mishandled, you may be entitled to compensation. The process of filing a complaint can be difficult, which is why we are here to help. We at MyCase Solicitors are experienced in all areas of GDPR legislation and can work on your behalf to seek compensation if you have been the victim of a data protection breach.

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Data Protection Commission Deems Majority Of Data Protection Complaints Valid

Protection Of Personal Information

Filing A Complaint

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