Tuggle Duggins P.A., a law firm, recently reported a data breach potentially affecting sensitive personal information, including Social Security numbers and health-related data. If you were impacted by this breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Learn more about what happened and how you can protect yourself.
Tuggle Duggins P.A.’s Data Breach Investigation
Tuggle Duggins P.A. (“Tuggle Duggins”), a law firm, recently notified affected individuals about a data breach that occurred in October 2024. The breach was initially discovered when suspicious activity was detected within the firm’s computer systems. In response, Tuggle Duggins quickly took steps to secure its network and launched a thorough investigation to understand the scope and nature of the incident.
The investigation revealed that certain computer systems were subject to unauthorized access, and files were copied from the firm’s network on October 1, 2024. After discovering the breach, the law firm undertook a comprehensive review of the compromised files to identify what information was involved and determine which individuals were affected.
The review confirmed that sensitive personal information, including names, health-related information, and Social Security numbers, were accessed. Tuggle Duggins has notified affected individuals about the breach, stating that, as of now, there is no evidence of identity theft or fraud resulting from the incident. However, the firm is offering credit monitoring and identity theft protection as a precautionary measure.
In response to this breach, Tuggle Duggins has also strengthened its cybersecurity measures to prevent future incidents and safeguard the sensitive information entrusted to them by their clients.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The data breach was discovered in October 2024, with unauthorized access occurring between October 1, 2024, and the date the breach was identified. Tuggle Duggins conducted a review and investigation of the impacted systems and completed the process by November 2025, notifying affected individuals shortly after.
What Information Was Breached?
The breach potentially exposed the following sensitive personal information:
Tuggle Duggins emphasized that while the information was accessed, they have no evidence that this data has been misused for fraud or identity theft at this time.
What You Can Do
If you were affected by the Tuggle Duggins data breach, it is important to take immediate action to protect yourself:
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Enroll in credit monitoring: Tuggle Duggins is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection through Experian. Be sure to enroll within the given time frame to take advantage of this service.
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Monitor your accounts: Review your credit card and bank statements for any unauthorized or suspicious activity.
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Check your credit reports: Take advantage of your right to a free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). Visit annualcreditreport.com to access your free reports.
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Place a fraud alert or credit freeze: You may want to place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized credit inquiries. A fraud alert requires businesses to verify your identity before issuing credit.
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Stay vigilant: Continue to monitor your credit and financial accounts over the next 12 to 24 months for any suspicious activity or signs of identity theft.
Taking these actions will help reduce the risks associated with this breach and protect your personal information.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Tuggle Duggins P.A.
If you received a data breach notification from Tuggle Duggins P.A. or believe your personal information was exposed, you may be eligible to file or join a class action lawsuit. Compensation could include reimbursement for any out-of-pocket expenses, credit monitoring services, and damages related to identity theft or fraud.
Class action lawsuits provide a mechanism for individuals to seek compensation and hold companies accountable for failing to protect sensitive personal data. If you’ve been impacted, it is important to act quickly.
Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in data breach lawsuits. Fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up for a free consultation to see if you have a case. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner, and you are under no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.
