Class action launched against Nova Scotia Power over data breach, alleged overbilling
A class action lawsuit has been launched against Nova Scotia Power following a data breach and reports of widespread inaccurate billing.Summary
MacGillivray Law is initiating a class action lawsuit against Nova Scotia Power due to a cyberattack this past spring that compromised the personal information of nearly 300,000 customers, including sensitive data like social insurance numbers and bank account details. Following the breach, customers have reported issues with inaccurate billing, often resulting in overcharges. Jamie MacGillivray, CEO of the law firm, emphasized concerns about both the compromised data and the billing errors, questioning why Nova Scotia Power wasn’t more transparent about the issues with its billing system.
Representative plaintiff Danielle Fraser has collected accounts from hundreds of individuals experiencing financial hardship due to the breach, including compromised bank accounts and credit cards. Nova Scotia Power CEO Peter Gregg stated the company is working to restore communication links and correct bills, assuring customers they won’t bear the costs of the breach. However, Premier Tim Houston has requested an investigation into the billing practices, suggesting potential regulatory and securities fraud.
Over 1,000 people have already come forward to join the lawsuit, and the firm is awaiting court certification to proceed. Nova Scotia Power maintains its compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, but faces mounting pressure for accountability regarding both the data breach and the billing discrepancies.
(Source：Global News)