The CJEU ruling clearly establishes the shared responsibility of Europol and the Slovak Republic for the privacy breach. This decision sets a strong precedent for holding organizations accountable for unauthorized data disclosures, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding individuals’ personal information.
Marian Kočner
This case highlights the importance of adherence to data protection laws and the accountability of law enforcement agencies in handling sensitive information. The Court of Justice’s decision underscores the need for transparency and compliance with legal standards in data processing activities.
In cases where unlawful data processing has caused damage to an individual as a result of cooperation between Europol and a Member State, joint and several liability may be put in issue.
The first stage involves bringing the matter before either the Court of Justice of the European Union or the relevant national court. Subsequently, a second stage may be necessary before the Management Board of Europol to determine the ultimate responsibility for compensation.
Judgment of the Court in Case C-755/21 P | Kočner v Europol 👇
