In class action defence, Optus says data breach victims not entitled to damages

Ashurst 2023-07-03 5:07 pm By Sam Matthews | Melbourne

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Optus has denied class action claims that customers suffered loss and damages for its alleged negligence in relation to last year’s massive data breach and argues they are not entitled to compensation for distress, frustration or disappointment that does not amount to a recognised psychiatric illness.

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