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19/08/2025

🗣️ In December 2024, news broke that Volkswagen experienced a data breach affecting approximately 800,000 electric vehicle (EV) owners worldwide.

Personal data including names, emails, addresses, phone numbers, and even precise location data from models like the VW ID.3, ID.4, Audi e-tron, SEAT Mii Electric and Škoda Enyaq were left accessible online for months due to a configuration error.

This isn’t just a privacy failure, it’s a serious risk to consumer safety.

🚨 If you think your data might have been involved, you may be eligible to claim compensation.

🔗 Click to check if you’re eligible and join the Volkswagen data breach claim today: https://jointheclaim.com/volkswagen-data-breach-claim/

19/08/2025

🗣Did you buy from Amazon’s Buy Box?

When you’re on an Amazon product page, you’ll usually see two big buttons on the right-hand side: “Add to Basket” and “Buy Now”. That section is called the Buy Box.

But here’s the thing – there’s often more than one seller offering the same item. Amazon may stock it directly, but other third-party sellers can list identical products too. The Buy Box only ever shows one offer at a time, and the seller that wins that space is the one most customers end up buying from.

👉 It’s estimated that more than 80% of Amazon sales go through the Buy Box.

Why does it matter who wins the Buy Box?
Because most people don’t scroll. They don’t compare. They just click.

When only one seller appears by default – and that seller may not always be the cheapest – shoppers can unknowingly spend more than they need to. This isn’t about occasional price differences either.

👉 A recent expert review estimated that UK consumers have been overcharged by more than £1 billion as a result of how the Buy Box operates.

The legal claim argues that Amazon has abused its position by prioritising its own offers or promoting sellers who meet its commercial preferences – rather than always showing the best deal for the customer.

👉 This would mean:
- Cheaper products may have been buried further down the page
- Independent sellers may have struggled to compete fairly
- Customers may have unknowingly paid more, simply by trusting the system

Amazon strongly denies wrongdoing, but the claim has been given the go-ahead to proceed in the UK.

Read more here: https://jointheclaim.com/how-amazons-buy-box-works-and-why-its-now-under-legal-scrutiny/

19/08/2025

🗣 Have you bought on Amazon in the past few years? You might want to read this

You could be part of a legal claim worth millions – without even realising it.

The case against Amazon’s Buy Box is what’s known as an opt-out collective claim. It’s a powerful legal tool that could see millions of UK shoppers compensated if the claim succeeds.

👉 What is an opt-out collective claim?
An opt-out collective claim is a type of legal action where everyone who meets the eligibility criteria is automatically included – unless they choose to opt out.

You don’t usually need to take immediate action to be part of the claim. However, in some cases you may still need to register or confirm your details later on to make sure you can receive any compensation if the case is successful.

Opt-out claims are designed to make it easier for large groups of people to take on powerful companies, especially when the individual amounts involved are relatively small but the total adds up to a significant loss for consumers.

🔎 Here's the full blog: https://jointheclaim.com/amazon-faces-uk-legal-action-what-an-opt-out-claim-means-for-you/

Amazon faces an opt-out legal claim in the UK over its Buy Box. Find out how opt-out claims work, why you could be included, and how to stay informed.

19/08/2025

🗣️ The UK’s Bed & Breakfast Association (B&BA) is gearing up to launch a collective claim against Booking.com.

They say the travel giant’s long-running ‘price parity’ policies have hurt thousands of UK accommodation providers – and it’s time to put things right.

👉 It all comes down to price parity clauses. These are contract terms that stop hotels and B&Bs from offering lower prices or better availability on their own websites (or anywhere else) than they do on Booking.com.

The B&BA argues that this practice blocks fair competition, pushes up prices across the board, and hits consumers in the pocket. They also say it lets Booking.com charge “unlawfully high” commissions while keeping smaller businesses tied into restrictive agreements.

👉 The claim will be an opt-out collective action filed with the UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal.

An opt-out claim means everyone affected is automatically included in the legal action unless they actively choose to leave. So thousands of UK accommodation providers, from B&Bs to small hotels, are set to be part of this case.

The B&BA has teamed up with a top legal team who are determined to secure fair compensation for all those impacted.

👉 Booking.com has defended its policies, stating:

“Asking UK accommodation providers to list the same prices on Booking.com that they do on their own websites ensures we can present the widest possible array of accommodation options to consumers, creating more overall transparency on price in the accommodation market and ultimately encouraging more competition between accommodations themselves.”

Read more on our blog here: https://jointheclaim.com/uk-bbs-to-launch-landmark-legal-action-against-booking-com/

The B&BA is filing a UK class action against Booking.com, seeking compensation for thousands of accommodation providers.

18/08/2025

🚨Another data breach hits Afghan evacuees in the UK!

Just weeks after the UK government finally revealed the 2022 MoD leak that exposed the personal details of nearly 19,000 Afghans, a second data breach has come to light. This time involving Afghans now resettled in Britain.

👉 The latest breach was caused by a third-party sub-contractor working at London Stansted airport. For the thousands of people affected, it’s yet another blow to their safety, privacy, and trust in the system meant to protect them.

👉 What happened this time?
The breach occurred at Inflite The Jet Centre, a sub-contractor responsible for providing ground-handling services for flights at Stansted.

According to reports, the company suffered a cyber-security incident that led to the unauthorised access of personal data including:

- Names
- Passport details
- Dates of birth
- ARAP (Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy) reference numbers.

👉 The breach potentially affects up to 3,700 people, including Afghan evacuees who travelled to the UK between January and March 2024. An email sent by the MoD to those affected claims the breach “has not posed any threat to individuals’ safety” and that no data has been publicly released.

The leak may have also exposed personal information belonging to civil servants, soldiers on routine exercises and journalists.

➡️ If you want to learn more about this, you can read the rest of the blog here: https://jointheclaim.com/another-data-breach-hits-afghan-evacuees-in-the-uk/

Another data breach has exposed the personal details of thousands of Afghans resettled in the UK. Find out who’s affected.

17/08/2025

We're blown away by the kind words coming in from people who have joined the claim💙

Whether it's a data breach, equal pay claim, or energy overcharging, people across the UK are discovering how easy it is to join a group claim — and take a stand against unfair treatment.

✨ At Join the Claim, we believe justice should be accessible, and we’re here to help you check your eligibility, connect with trusted solicitors, and get the compensation you deserve.

👀 Have you checked if you’re eligible to claim? Tap below to find out.

🔗 https://jointheclaim.com/claims/

15/08/2025

🚗💨 Dieselgate just got bigger – and UK drivers could cash in

A Dutch court has ruled that diesel cars from Opel, Peugeot, Citroën, and DS were fitted with software designed to cheat emissions tests.

📉 In tests: Low NOx emissions.
📈 On the road: Much higher pollution.

- Why you should care:
The same models were sold in the UK, meaning if you own one, you could be owed thousands in compensation.

But that’s not all…
⚠️ Citroën has also issued a STOP-DRIVE warning for certain C3 and DS3 models with defective airbags that can explode during a crash.

👉 If you’ve owned one of these vehicles, it costs nothing to check if you qualify for a UK group action.

🔍 Read more here and check if you might be eligible: https://jointheclaim.com/dutch-court-says-diesel-brands-fitted-with-cheating-software-what-this-means-for-uk-drivers/

A Dutch court has ruled that Opel, Peugeot, Citroën and DS diesel cars used cheating software to pass emissions tests. Find out what this means for UK drivers.

14/08/2025

🗣️ British Airways Employee?
You could be due compensation for a major data breach.

In June 2023, British Airways confirmed that personal data belonging to current and former staff had been compromised in a serious cyber-attack.

The breach happened through payroll provider Zellis, who used third-party software that was compromised by a criminal group.

If you worked for BA and were paid through its UK or Ireland payroll, your personal details could be at risk. This includes sensitive information like your name, address, date of birth, national insurance number, bank details (account number and sort code) and pay information.

🔒 This data could be used for fraud and ID theft.
Legal claims are now being brought on behalf of affected BA staff.

💬 Have questions? Drop them below or DM us.

Check your eligibility here: https://jointheclaim.com/british-airways-employee-data-breach/

14/08/2025

🚨 Big claims that should be on your radar this month 🚨

From car recalls to shocking data leaks, if you’ve been affeted by any of these, you should check our website.

👀 Swipe to see which claims could you join.

14/08/2025

🚨 August’s Claims you can’t ignore 🚨

From shocking data breaches to dangerous product recalls, big brands and institutions are under fire this month, and you could be owed compensation.

Here’s what’s making headlines:
⚠ Citroën airbag recall – airbags that could explode on deployment.
📱 Microsoft & Google AI data misuse – personal data allegedly used without consent.
🏨 Booking.com disputes – holiday cancellations, refund battles, and unfair charges.
🎮 Sony PlayStation overcharging – inflated prices for games & in-game purchases.
📂 Paddy Power & Betfair breach – impacting up to 800,000 UK and Irish users.
💊 Flo app data misuse – sensitive health data allegedly shared without consent.

These aren’t just headlines, they’re opportunities for justice and potential payouts. If you’ve been affected, checking your eligibility takes just a few clicks.

🔍 Check your claims now: https://jointheclaim.com/group-action-claims-aug-2025/

We’ll keep you updated in plain English, no legal jargon, just justice and what you need to know.

From shocking data breaches to dangerous product recalls. Here’s what you need to know about group action claims this month.

13/08/2025

🗣️ How Zoë’s Bread TikTok took down a parking fine and why she’s now taking the fight to Parliament

In a remarkable example of digital activism, a woman known online as Zoë Bread successfully challenged a parking fine in Manchester, leading to a broader review of signage and the cancellation of similar fines.

👉 Zoë Bread received a penalty for parking on a street in Manchester. She claimed confusing signage led her to purchase a ticket from the wrong machine.

After a month-long campaign, the council agreed that the signage “could be clearer” and decided to quash her fine. They also committed to reviewing other fines issued on the street over the past year.

👉 However, one line from Manchester City Council continued to ni**le:

“We are satisfied that the street is signed in accordance with legislation.”

👉 The issue? Current regulations only require that the arrow on the sign points in the direction of the machine – nothing about clarity or context for drivers. Zoë’s verdict on the legislation:

“Vague as hell.”

After winning her case, she’s now campaigning to change the law to make parking signage clear across the UK – and she needs your help.

👉 Now she’s launched a UK Government petition to update parking signage regulations so they’re clearer and fairer for everyone. If the petition reaches 100,000 signatures, Parliament must debate the issue.

Read more here and sign the petition: https://jointheclaim.com/round-two-how-zoes-tiktok-took-down-a-parking-fine-and-why-shes-now-taking-the-fight-to-parliament/

After overturning an unfair fine, Zoë Bread is back with a government petition to make parking signage clearer and fairer.

12/08/2025

📣 Booked a hotel through Booking.com or any major travel site since 2013?
You could be owed compensation, and a UK legal claim may be on the way.

Two Dutch consumer organisations have launched a legal claim against Booking.com, accusing the platform of inflating hotel prices for over a decade.

Although the case is in the Netherlands, UK travellers may be next in line to claim. If you’ve booked with Booking.com in the last 10 years, you might be eligible.

✅ Free eligibility check
✅ Lawyer connection included

💡 Register now and we’ll notify you if a UK claim goes ahead. You’ve got nothing to lose.

🔗 Click here to check your eligibility - https://jointheclaim.com/booking-unfair-pricing-claims/