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Cyber-attack on Legal Aid Agency 'symptom of years of underinvestment'

Those are the words of a boss of one of the few firms in Bournemouth and Poole that handles legal aid cases, Rawlins Davy Reeves. A cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency’s online digital services was discovered on May 16 and it's believed the group …

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No obligation to provide legal aid to undocumented foreigners: DHA

The Department of Home Affairs says it has no legal obligation to formulate legal representation for undocumented foreign nationals in South Africa. The department was updating the Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs on issues of state funded …

UK’s Legal Aid Agency discloses a data breach following April cyber attack

UK’s Legal Aid Agency discloses a data breach following April cyber attack The UK’s Legal Aid Agency suffered a cyberattack in April and has now confirmed that sensitive data was stolen during the incident. The Legal Aid Agency (LAA) revealed that it had …

Legal aid cyber attack exposes sensitive applicant data dating back to 2010

A cyber attack on the UK’s legal aid systems in April was able to extract a “large amount of information” relating to applicants including criminal records. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) believes the group accessed and downloaded a significant amount of …

UK Legal Aid Agency Hit by Cyberattack, Sensitive Data Stolen

The UK Legal Aid Agency has suffered a major cyberattack, with “significant” sensitive data, including criminal records, stolen. The MoJ is investigating, and data dating back to 2010 may be affected. The United Kingdom’s Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has …

Have you applied for legal aid in the last 15 years? Millions of Brits' addresses and personal information could now be ...

More than a million people who applied for legal aid may be at risk of fraud after hackers stole data from claims going back 15 years in a major cyber attack. The Ministry of Justice conceded on Sunday that a devastating cyber attack last month was far …

Legal aid hack: data from hundreds of thousands of people accessed, says MoJ

The personal data of hundreds of thousands of legal aid applicants in England and Wales dating back to 2010, including criminal records and financial details, has been accessed and downloaded in a “significant” cyber-attack. Officials admit that the data …

Legal Aid Agency data breach: information for members

What we know According to the LAA, a significant amount of personal data belonging to individuals who applied for legal aid through its digital service from 2010 onwards may have been stolen. The LAA’s online portal is currently offline until 22 May 2025 …

UK MoJ reveals hundreds of thousands of accounts breached in Legal Aid hack

Hundreds of thousands of Brits could have had their data breached after government officials confirmed hackers have accessed Legal Aid’s online system. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) said the agency – which provides financial support to help cover the costs …

Personal data taken in UK legal aid cyber attack

LONDON :A "significant" amount of personal data, including criminal records, of applicants who had applied for legal aid since 2010 was accessed and stolen in a cyber attack, Britain's Legal Aid Agency said on Monday. It said it became aware …

Legal aid hack: data from hundreds of thousands of people accessed, says MoJ

The personal data of hundreds of thousands of legal aid applicants in England and Wales dating back to 2010, including criminal records and financial details, has been accessed and downloaded in a “significant” cyber-attack. Officials admit that the data …

Hackers Nab 15 Years of UK Legal Aid Applicant Data

Ministry of Justice Discloses April 23 Breach Akshaya Asokan (asokan_akshaya) • May 19, 2025     Image: N Crittenden/Shutterstock Hackers stole from the U.K. Ministry of Justice personal information pertaining to criminal defendants in need of an …

UK Legal Aid Hack Includes ‘Significant Amount’ of Personal Data

Hackers have stolen a “significant amount of personal data” from people who received legal aid across England and Wales, the UK’s Ministry of Justice said. A breach at the Legal Aid Agency that was identified by the government in April was found last week …

Hackers have ruined M&S comeback, criminal records stolen in Legal Aid hack

Share There are no doubt lots of things that Stuart Machin, the M&S chief executive, would prefer to talk about when he delivers the company’s full-year results this week. Its latest fashion ranges, some new ready meals, and perhaps store …

The legal aid hack is very worrying

If you are ever unfortunate enough to need legal advice after being charged with a crime, and you can’t afford to pay for a lawyer, you will probably end up turning to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA). I’m familiar with the system. When I was charged with fraud …

Cyber attack on UK legal aid agency exposes private data, including criminal records

Share A significant cyberattack on the UK’s Legal Aid Agency (LAA) has resulted in the theft of a large amount of private data, including criminal records, according to the Ministry of Justice (MoJ). The MoJ revealed that the breach, affecting the LAA’s …

Legal Aid Agency cyberattack: 'Large amount' of personal data exposed

Criminals accessed a “significant amount” of citizens' personal data including contact details, criminal histories and financial data in a cyberattack on the Legal Aid Agency last month, the Ministry of Justice has said. In a joint statement this …

Legal Aid Agency breach may encompass millions of people

The Legal Aid Agency (LAA), a Ministry of Justice-backed civil and criminal legal aid and advice service covering England and Wales, has fallen victim to a cyber attack that appears to have led to the compromise of personal data on anybody who applied for …

Chicago Jury Awards $43.3 Million in Medical Negligence Case

32-Year-Old Woman Left in State of Unresponsiveness Following Negligent Emergency Care at Chicago Hospital CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A Cook County jury has awarded a $43,330,947.34 verdict to the Estate of Anna …

The Valley Law Group Expands Services with Launch of Criminal Defense Practice Led by Attorney Jon McCarty

The Valley Law Group expands into criminal defense, now serving clients across Phoenix with aggressive representation for DUI, drug, and felony charges. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Valley Law Group, a …

New Crime Thriller 'Gilgo Beach' Tackles Themes of Grief, Resilience, and Justice

Maureen Anne Meehan explores the dark realities of the Long Island serial killings in a gripping true crime-inspired novel. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crime fiction author Maureen Anne Meehan delves into the …

Lexi Launches World's First Autonomous AI Law Firm to Empower Solo Lawyers Across Asia

Lexi acts as an AI law firm backbone, allowing solo lawyers to scale while retaining control over strategy and court appearances. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lexi, a next-generation legal technology platform, today …

New Novel 'Gilgo Beach' Explores Courage, Loss, and the Search for Truth

Author Maureen Anne Meehan captures the emotional fallout of real-life horror and the fight for justice. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world where true crime continues to captivate public imagination, author …

Olmsted County District Court Denies Key Motions in State of Minnesota vs. Shane Elroy Roper

Flores Family Grateful ROCHESTER, MN, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The District Court of Olmsted County, the Honorable Lisa R. Hayne presiding, Court file 55-CR-24-4513, has issued a significant order in the case of State v. …

Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP Comments on Train-Semi Crash in North Harris County, Urges Rail and Road Safety

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In light of the recent train collision involving an empty semi-tanker truck in north Harris County, Schechter, Shaffer & Harris, LLP, a Houston-based personal injury law firm, is …

Introducing Amorphic by Cloudwick: The AI-Ready Data Platform Built for Government Agencies

Built for government, Amorphic simplifies data, AI, and automation—enabling public agencies to modernize, reduce manual work, and improve service delivery. NEWARK, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cloudwick is pleased to …

HSO Showcases Innovative MCP-Powered Copilot Agent for Dynamics 365 Finance at Microsoft Build 2025

Among the first MCP-powered agents, co-developed with Microsoft to redefine AI-driven automation in finance. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HSO, a leading global business transformation partner and top-tier Microsoft …

SCALI RASMUSSEN NAMED 'TOP LAW FIRM' BY LOS ANGELES BUSINESS JOURNAL

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Scali Rasmussen, PC announced today that it has been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal in its “Top Law Firms List” for 2025 in a special section. The annual List …

Eleven Barton Gilman Attorneys Selected as 2025 Professional Excellence in Law Honorees by Rhode Island Monthly

PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Barton Gilman is pleased to announce that eleven of its attorneys have been selected as 2025 Professional Excellence in Law honorees by Rhode Island Monthly. This distinction …

Nurenberg Paris Announces 'Summer of Pets' Gift Card Giveaway

The firm will select 20 lucky winners to receive $100 Chewy gift cards, which can be used toward pet care expenses. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nurenberg, Paris, Heller & McCarthy, a leading Cleveland- …

Tyler Mann Injury Law Launches $2,000 Summer of Pets Gift Card Giveaway

The firm will randomly draw 10 winners, each with a $200 Chewy gift card, in support of local communities and animal lovers throughout Alabama. HUNTSVILLE, AL, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tyler Mann Injury Law is thrilled …

Understanding Comparative Fault in Louisiana Personal Injury Claims

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Louisiana, individuals involved in personal injury incidents are often surprised to learn that financial recovery may still be possible—even if they share some degree of …

Five Common Mistakes That Can Undermine a Personal Injury Claim

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A personal injury claim can be a complex and sensitive process, with outcomes significantly influenced by the actions taken by the injured party after the incident. Even seemingly …

Analyzing the Pros and Cons of Bundling Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

HOUMA, LA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As individuals and families approach open enrollment or adjust insurance coverage following life events, the option to bundle health, dental, and vision insurance under one provider …

SKLAR KIRSH NAMED 'TOP LAW FIRM' BY THE LOS ANGELES BUSINESS JOURNAL

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California-based law firm Sklar Kirsh LLP announced today that it has been recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal in its “Top Law Firms List” for 2025. The annual List …

Terry Bryant Accident & Injury Law Launches “Summer of Pets” $2,000 Giveaway

"Summer of Pets" is a gift card giveaway campaign that supports pet owners across Texas and includes a donation to the Friends For Life Animal Shelter. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As summer approaches …

Denise A. Lettau Attorney at Law Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

TAMARAC, FL, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Denise Lettau is an attorney with a practice launched for the purposes of supporting clients with the legalities of trusts, estates, legacy planning, and related professional services …

Knutson + Casey Welcomes Accomplished Attorney Dan McIntosh to the Firm

Former Steele County Attorney ROCHESTER, MN, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Knutson + Casey is proud to announce the addition of Dan McIntosh to its legal team. A seasoned trial attorney with more than two decades of …