Flash Cards UK Tort Law Private information
What is the principle established in Campbell v MGN Ltd (2004)?
Misuse of private information is actionable.
What was the outcome of Campbell v MGN Ltd (2004)?
The newspaper was liable for breaching Campbell’s right to privacy.
What is the principle established in Vidal-Hall v Google Inc (2015)?
Claims for misuse of private information are actionable even if there is no breach of confidentiality.
What was the outcome of Vidal-Hall v Google Inc (2015)?
The court allowed claims for misuse of private information against Google.
What is the principle established in Hempel v Germany (2008)?
Breaches of personal data privacy violate human rights.
What was the outcome of Hempel v Germany (2008)?
The European Court ruled in favor of the plaintiff, reinforcing privacy rights.
What is the principle established in Douglas v Hello! Ltd (2001)?
Publishing private details without consent can be actionable.
What was the outcome of Douglas v Hello! Ltd (2001)?
The court ruled that the publication violated the couple’s privacy rights.
What is the principle established in Peck v United Kingdom (2003)?
The publication of private details can violate the right to privacy under Article 8 ECHR.
What was the outcome of Peck v United Kingdom (2003)?
The European Court ruled that there was a violation of his right to privacy.
