I have a client that stores similar information in an external HDD in a shared office that a lot of people have access to. I convinced him to let me install BitLocker at a minimum and to allow me to have his computer lock automatically. He had another guy remove full disk encryption because it was a hassle when he moved the HDD around and remove the auto lock because he wanted his secretary to access the computer when he was away from keyboard.
I know an accountant who calls me paranoid when I talk to him about securing the devices that he uses to store tax information about all his clients.
We need regulations and fines because the only way in which people are going to listen about security is if it hurts their pockets.