The protection of your personal data is increasingly important in the digital age. The Personal Data Protection Law No. 6698 (KVKK) aims to process and protect your personal data in accordance with the law. However, unfortunately, KVKK violations occur frequently. If you reside in Antalya and believe that your personal data has been processed in violation of KVKK, it is important for you to know the individual application and compensation processes. As Atty. Arb. Billur Güler Aslım Law Firm, we support you in these processes.
What is a KVKK Violation?
The KVKK regulates the processing of personal data in a lawful, honest and transparent manner, for specific, clear and legitimate purposes, limited and proportionate to the purpose, accurate and up-to-date when necessary, and in accordance with the relevant legislation. A KVKK violation means processing your personal data in violation of these rules. These violations may include situations such as unauthorized access, modification, deletion or disclosure of your data. For example, sharing your personal information with third parties without your consent, not taking sufficient precautions for the security of your data or using your data for purposes other than the purpose for which it was processed are all violations of the KVKK.
How to Make an Individual Application Against KVKK Violation in Antalya?
When you encounter a KVKK violation, you should first contact the data controller. The data controller is the natural or legal person who processes your personal data. In your application, you must clearly and explicitly state the details of the violation along with documents verifying your identity. You can submit your application in writing (by mail, e-mail, or notary). The data controller must respond to your application within fifteen days. If the data controller rejects your application or does not respond within 15 days, or if you are not satisfied with the response you have given, you can file a complaint with the Personal Data Protection Board (KVKK).
Complaint Application to KVKK
To file a complaint with KVKK, you can apply online via the official website or in person. You must attach to your application documents indicating your identity, your application to the data controller and its response (if any), details of the violation and evidence. KVKK will review your complaint, conduct the necessary investigations and make a decision.
Filing a Compensation Lawsuit
If you believe that you have suffered material or moral damages as a result of a violation of the KVKK, you can file a compensation lawsuit against the data controller. In order to file a compensation lawsuit, the violation must be proven and the damages must be proven. This evidence may include your applications and responses to the data controller, witness statements, screenshots, correspondence and expert reports. If you reside in Antalya, you can file a lawsuit in the Antalya courts.
Compensation Claim Process
The compensation lawsuit process consists of the submission of the petition, collection of evidence, holding hearings and the court's decision. This process can take time and may require legal expertise. As Atty. Arb. Billur Güler Aslım Law Firm, we provide you with legal support in compensation lawsuits filed due to KVKK violations.
In what cases can you claim compensation?
If you can prove the damage you have suffered as a result of the KVKK violation, you can claim compensation. These damages can be material or moral. Material damage includes, for example, the financial losses you have suffered as a result of the misuse of your personal data. Moral damage includes, for example, the sadness, fear and anxiety you have experienced as a result of the disclosure of your personal data. The court will determine the amount of compensation according to the type and severity of your damage.
A Safe Process with Atty. Arb. Billur Güler Aslım Law Firm
When you encounter a KVKK violation in Antalya, Atty. Arb. Billur Güler Aslım Law Firm is here to provide you with legal support. Our expert lawyers have extensive experience in KVKK law and work to assist you in the most effective way. We offer you consultancy services regarding application processes, complaint applications and compensation cases. By contacting us, you can get detailed information about the KVKK violation you have experienced and learn your legal rights. Remember, the protection of your personal data is your right and we are with you to protect this right. The confidentiality and protection of your personal data is extremely important. When you encounter KVKK violations, knowing your rights and taking the right steps will increase your chances of success in this process. As Atty. Arb. Billur Güler Aslım Law Firm, we are happy to help you fight against KVKK violations in Antalya.