Published on: 06 June 2025
Published by a LexisNexis Corporate Crime expert
The repercussions of hacking for organisations, across both public and private sectors, are wide-ranging and deep. Financially, the toll can be vast. IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report notes UK breaches now average nearly £3.6m; public sector incidents are a little lower on average, yet climbing quickly. Immediate spend covers incident response and the restoration of systems, while longer-term exposure includes potential regulatory fines, legal liabilities, and enduring reputational harm that can linger. For the LAA, reputational repercussions are already plain to see. The Law Society has openly criticised the MoJ’s handling of the breach, pressing government to ‘get a grip of the situation’ and to notify affected individuals directly. Trust—the bedrock of the legal system—has been unsettled. Legal aid applicants, many already in vulnerable positions, now carry the extra risk of identity theft, fraud, and emotional distress. Probing incidents of this kind is intricate and resource-heavy, demanding sustained effort. The LAA breach is being investigated by the National Crime Agency and the National Cyber Security Centre, and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) has also been notified...
When evaluating a general damages claim, the practitioner ought initially to refer to the Judicial College Guidelines (JCG)...
This Practice Note This Practice Note reviews mechanisms used in settling litigation. A Tomlin order consists of a consent order paired with a schedule. It operates to stay proceedings on terms that have been agreed. The provisions contained in the schedule may remain confidential. This Practice Note describes the scope of confidentiality attaching to the schedule and sets out how it differs from a standard consent order. Sample wording for a Tomlin order is included, alongside links to precedents, as well as guidance on court approval. It also addresses varying, setting aside and enforcing a Tomlin order, including the considerations the court will take into account when handling applications for each. Further guidance is provided on interpreting and applying the relevant provisions of the CPR; however, some courts and divisions impose very specific requirements for both drafting and approval, and for approaching the schedule and confidentiality issues. Accordingly, you must consider the particular rules and court guide provisions in the forum where your claim is proceeding when drawing up the Tomlin order...
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