Optus Data Breach

This class action is relevant for all former and current customers of Optus whose information was compromised in the data breach. If you are unsure whether your information was compromised, please register your interest so that we can keep you updated and in the future, check whether your information was compromised.

Currently you do not need to take any steps to register in the class action. We recommend you register your interest here so we can tell you when this changes.

Once you've registered your interest, we will keep you up to date about new developments in the class action. We may contact you at a later stage if there's anything we need from you. We ask that you keep a record of any steps you've taken since becoming aware of the data breach (e.g. changing your phone number or replacing your licence) and how much time you've spent doing that. You do not need to provide us with this information now, but we might ask you for it at a later stage.

Your personal information will only be used for the purposes of the legal proceeding as required by the Court, or otherwise by law. In all other cases, we will seek your consent before disclosing any of your personal information. We will not disclose any personal information to third parties, including other clients.

Anyone who is a current or former Optus customer can register their interest with Slater and Gordon to receive updates on the class action as it progresses, even if you have already registered your interest with another law firm.

A class action is a type of legal proceeding in which one person, the lead applicant, brings a claim on behalf of a wider group of people who have all been affected by the same conduct. By grouping claims together and pursuing them collectively, the overall value of the claim makes it economically worthwhile to do so, even if the value of individual claims are modest.

Initially, we will only require you to provide the information requested in the registration of interest form. At a later stage, we may get in touch with you to request further information.

You will not be exposed to any out-of-pocket costs or adverse costs orders as a result of your participation or registration of interest.

Those impacted by the incident are advised to contact reputable sources for information. You should not use non-government sites to check if your data has been exposed. Reputable sources include: Office of the Australian Information Commissioner, Moneysmart, ID Care. We otherwise encourage you to have heightened awareness across your accounts, including: Looking out for any suspicious or unexpected activity across your online accounts, including your bank accounts. Make sure to report any fraudulent activity immediately to the related provider. Look out for contact from scammers who may have your personal information. This may include suspicious emails, texts, phone calls or messages on social media. Never click on any links that look suspicious and never provide your passwords, or any personal or financial information. If people call you posing as a credible organisation and request access to your computer, always say no.