Brinson Askew Berry Data Breach Lawsuit

Brinson Askew Berry, LLP has disclosed a data breach that may have exposed clients’ personal information during a targeted cyber incident. If you received a breach notification, you may be eligible for compensation through a class action lawsuit.

Brinson Askew Berry, LLP’s Data Breach Investigation

Brinson Askew Berry, LLP, a Georgia-based law firm—has announced a data breach following a cyber incident that took place between June 4 and June 6, 2024. The firm reported that unauthorized activity affected its systems and may have compromised sensitive personal information belonging to clients or individuals associated with legal matters.

While there is currently no evidence of misuse or fraud, the firm took swift action by initiating an investigation with the assistance of a national cybersecurity firm and notifying law enforcement. As a result, enhanced security protocols and system monitoring were implemented to prevent future incidents.

To mitigate the potential impact, Brinson Askew Berry is offering affected individuals 18 months of complimentary credit monitoring and fraud assistance through CyEx Financial Shield. Clients were instructed to enroll via a secure portal using a unique activation code. The firm has also provided a dedicated support line to assist individuals with enrollment or fraud-related questions.

The incident underscores the rising threat of cyberattacks on law firms, which store a wide array of personal and financial data as part of their legal practice.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The breach occurred between June 4, 2024, and June 6, 2024, and was identified shortly thereafter. Notifications and credit monitoring instructions were issued to affected individuals following a formal investigation.

What Information Was Breached?

Brinson Askew Berry stated that the following information may have been compromised:

• Full names

• Social Security numbers

• Other unspecified personal identifiers (e.g., address, date of birth, or legal-related data)

Each affected individual’s exposure may vary, but these data points can be used in identity theft and fraud schemes if misused.

What You Can Do

If you received a breach notification from Brinson Askew Berry, LLP, here are the immediate steps you should take:

1. Enroll in Free Credit Monitoring: Visit app.financialshield.com/enrollment/activate/brinson and use your activation code to register within 90 days.

2. Monitor Your Credit Reports and Bank Accounts: Check for suspicious activity or unfamiliar inquiries and report them immediately.

3. Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Contact Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion to add additional protections to your credit files.

4. File a Police Report if Identity Theft Occurs: Under Massachusetts law, you’re entitled to a copy of any police report related to this incident.

5. Remain Vigilant: Cyber threats continue to evolve. Stay alert for phishing attempts, unusual logins, or unexpected mail.

Protecting your information is critical after a breach of this nature. Enrolling in the offered services and staying alert can help reduce your risk of identity theft.

File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Brinson Askew Berry, LLP

If you were impacted by the Brinson Askew Berry data breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit. Victims of data breaches may be entitled to compensation for emotional distress, time lost dealing with fraud, and financial damages.

Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.