Daily Mail sued by Prince Harry, Elton John, Elizabeth Hurley, others over alleged privacy violations

The legal proceedings have been brought against Daily Mail publishers Associated Newspapers by Elton John, Prince Harry and group of celebrities for "gross privacy violations". The publisher has denied any allegations of such nature.

The group includes actresses Elizabeth Hurley, Sadie Frost, Doreen Lawrence, and director David Furnish. Law firm Hamlins represented Prince Harry and Frost, John and Furnish, and Hurley and Lawrence are represented by law firm Gunnercook.





Hamlins said their clients were victims of "appalling criminal acts" and "serious invasions of privacy." The lawsuit alleges that the publisher hired private investigators to secretly plant bugs in people's cars and homes and train individuals to record and listen to people's live phone conversations.

It is also alleged that police officials were paid for "inside reports" that individuals were impersonated to obtain medical information from hospitals and clinics and used that illegal means of manipulation and plans to access bank accounts, credit histories, and financial transactions.

The Hamlins stated that the individuals they represented had united to expose the truth and hold the reporters responsible for this, as they still hold top positions in the journalism industry. The impurity of journalism is shocking and harms everyone.

In a statement, Associated Newspapers, publisher of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, and Mail Online, claimed that these false, defamatory claims had been made to destroy the position of the leading daily, and there is no substantial evidence to show for it.

FAQ

Who are the publishers of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday, and Mail Online?
Associated Newspapers is the publisher.

Which law firms represent the top celebrity clients who filed the suit?
Hamlins represent Prince Harry, and Sadie Frost and Gunnercook represent Elton John and the others.