Privacy Violations – Protecting Your Personal Information in Georgia
Law for Georgia, LLC

In today’s digital world, your personal information is constantly being collected, stored, and shared by businesses, websites, employers, and service providers. When that information is mishandled, stolen, or disclosed without your permission, it’s more than just a breach of trust—it may be a violation of the law. At Law for Georgia, LLC, we stand up for individuals whose privacy rights have been violated and help them hold responsible parties accountable.

What Is a Privacy Violation?

A privacy violation occurs when a company, organization, or individual improperly accesses, shares, or uses your personal data without legal justification or your consent. This can lead to identity theft, financial loss, reputational harm, and emotional distress.

Privacy violations often involve:

• Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive personal information

• Failure to secure private data from hackers or data breaches

• Selling or sharing data without informed consent

• Monitoring or tracking without proper notice

• Violation of employee privacy rights in the workplace

Common Privacy Violations We Handle

1. Data Breaches and Cybersecurity Failures

• Hackers access personal data due to inadequate security

• Companies fail to notify victims in a timely or transparent manner

• Leaked data includes Social Security numbers, financial info, health records, etc.

2. Unlawful Data Collection and Tracking

• Mobile apps or websites collect data without consent

• Use of hidden cookies or device fingerprinting to track online behavior

• Collection of biometric data (facial recognition, fingerprints) without proper disclosure

3. Medical and Health Information Breaches

• HIPAA violations involving the improper release of health records

• Sharing of sensitive medical information without patient permission

• Access to private health records by unauthorized staff

4. Employment-Related Privacy Violations

• Monitoring of employee communications without notice

• Misuse of background checks or drug testing information

• Sharing or storing personal employee data insecurely

5. Consumer Data Sales Without Consent

• Companies selling or sharing customer information with third parties

• Failure to honor opt-out requests or data deletion rights

• Use of personal information in deceptive marketing

Your Rights Under State and Federal Privacy Laws

Consumers and employees in Georgia are protected by a range of state and federal privacy laws, including:

• The Georgia Personal Identity Protection Act – Requires businesses to safeguard personal information and notify consumers of breaches.

• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) – Protects the confidentiality of health information.

• The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) – Limits the use and sharing of consumer credit information.

• The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) – Regulates surveillance and monitoring of electronic communications.

• The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Act – Prohibits unfair or deceptive data practices.

How Law for Georgia, LLC Helps Victims of Privacy Violations

At Law for Georgia, LLC, we take privacy seriously. If your personal information has been misused or your rights have been violated, our legal team can:

• Investigate and Assess Your Claim – We examine how your information was used, accessed, or disclosed and determine if laws were broken.

• File Legal Claims – We pursue lawsuits against companies or organizations that fail to protect your privacy.

• Seek Compensation – We demand damages for financial loss, identity theft, emotional distress, and other harm caused by the violation.

• Advocate for Change – We work to ensure companies implement stronger safeguards to prevent future harm.

Take Action to Protect Your Privacy

Privacy is not a privilege—it’s a right. If your personal information has been exposed, misused, or sold without your consent, you may be entitled to legal relief. At Law for Georgia, LLC, we fight to hold negligent companies and bad actors accountable.

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