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⚠️ DEPOSIT PROTECTION BREACH SOS

Claim 1-3× Your Deposit

Compensation claims for landlords who failed to protect your deposit or provide prescribed information. Legal penalties of 1-3× deposit value with expert support.

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Legal Violations
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3x Compensation
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Court Claims
🚨 Up to 3x deposit compensation • Legal breach claims • Expert court support
£99
Deposit Protection Breach
97% SUCCESS RATE
  • Compliance check
  • ✓ Claim letters
  • ✓ Court documentation
  • ✓ Compensation guidance

Deposit Protection Breach Claims

When landlords fail to protect your deposit in government-approved schemes or provide prescribed information, you can claim 1-3× your deposit value as compensation. Our expert service handles the entire legal process.

Landlords are legally required to protect deposits within 30 days and provide prescribed information within the same period. Failure results in automatic financial penalties that we can claim on your behalf through court proceedings.

Deposit Protection Breaches We Handle

Common landlord violations that trigger automatic compensation penalties under housing law.

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Unprotected Deposits

Deposit not placed in any government-approved protection scheme (TDS, MyDeposits, DPS).

Late Protection

Deposit protected after the 30-day legal deadline from tenancy start date.

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Missing Prescribed Information

No prescribed information provided about which scheme protects your deposit.

Incorrect Information

Prescribed information that contains errors, wrong details, or incomplete requirements.

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Scheme Transfer Issues

Problems when landlords move deposits between schemes without proper procedures.

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Late Information Provision

Prescribed information provided after the 30-day legal deadline, even if deposit was protected on time.

Compensation Outcomes & Recovery

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1-3× Deposit Value

Courts award between 1-3 times your original deposit amount as compensation for landlord breaches.

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Automatic Penalties

No need to prove loss or damage - compensation is automatic when landlords breach protection requirements.

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Court Enforcement

Enforceable court judgments with collection powers if landlords refuse to pay compensation.

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Legal Cost Recovery

Recovery of legal costs and court fees when claims are successful, minimizing your financial risk.

Breach Claim Process

1

Compliance Check

Verify whether your deposit was properly protected and prescribed information provided correctly.

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Evidence Gathering

Compile comprehensive evidence package documenting the landlord's protection failures.

3

Court Application

Submit formal court claim for 1-3× deposit compensation with supporting evidence.

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Compensation Recovery

Secure court judgment and enforce compensation payment from landlord.

Professional Breach Claims

Our deposit protection breach service targets landlords who violate legal protection requirements. When landlords fail to comply, they face automatic financial penalties of 1-3× your deposit value - we ensure you claim every penny.

These claims don't require proof of financial loss - the compensation is a statutory penalty for landlord non-compliance. Our experts handle complex legal procedures and court submissions to maximize your award amount.

97% SUCCESS RATE £99 - Breach Claim
  • Compliance check
  • Legal claim letters
  • Court documentation
  • Compensation recovery
💰 Claim Compensation
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Breach Claims

Claim 1-3× deposit value for landlord protection violations

What's Included in Breach Claims

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Compliance Check

Comprehensive review of deposit protection compliance and identification of all potential breaches.

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Legal Claim Letters

Professionally drafted demand letters citing specific legal breaches and compensation requirements.

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Court Documentation

Complete court claim preparation with evidence bundles and legal argument development.

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Compensation Guidance

Expert advice on maximizing compensation awards and enforcement of court judgments.

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Legal Support

Ongoing legal guidance throughout the claim process with expert advice on strategy.

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Case Management

Complete case management from initial assessment through to final compensation recovery.

Critical Evidence for Breach Claims

Essential Documentation

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    Tenancy Agreement

    Complete tenancy agreement showing deposit amount and tenancy start date

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    Payment Evidence

    Bank statements or receipts showing deposit payment to landlord

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    Protection Documentation

    Any prescribed information or protection certificates received (or lack thereof)

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    Communication Records

    All correspondence with landlord about deposit protection matters

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    Timeline Evidence

    Dates showing when (if at all) protection occurred relative to tenancy start

⚠️ Legal Requirements

Landlords must protect deposits within 30 days and provide prescribed information within the same timeframe. Any failure triggers compensation liability.

Breach Verification

We verify breaches through official scheme searches and timeline analysis to build the strongest possible case for maximum compensation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much compensation can I claim?
Courts award between 1-3 times your original deposit amount. The exact amount depends on the severity of the breach and landlord's conduct. Most cases result in 2-3x deposit value.
Is there a time limit for breach claims?
You have 6 years from the breach to make a claim. However, you can only claim while you're still the tenant or within 6 months of tenancy ending.
What if my landlord later protects the deposit?
Late protection doesn't cure the original breach. You can still claim compensation for the period when your deposit was unprotected, regardless of later compliance.
Do I need to prove financial loss?
No, compensation is automatic for proven breaches. You don't need to show financial loss or damage - the penalty is imposed for the landlord's legal violation.
What if my landlord disputes the claim?
Landlords often dispute claims by arguing they provided prescribed information or protected deposits on time. We prepare robust evidence packages to counter these defenses effectively.
Can I claim for multiple breaches?
You can only claim once per deposit. However, multiple breaches (unprotected deposit AND missing prescribed information) strengthen your case for maximum compensation.
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Claim Your Compensation Today

Don't let landlords escape penalties for protection breaches. Claim up to 3× your deposit value.

🚨 Up to 3x deposit compensation • ⚖️ Automatic legal penalties • 🏛️ Expert court support
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