Data Breach Summary
Alera Group, Inc., a leading provider of employee benefits and insurance solutions, has notified current and former employees, as well as their dependents, about a significant data breach that may have compromised personal information. The breach occurred between July 19, 2024, and August 4, 2024, and was not discovered until nearly a year later, on April 28, 2025. A total of 1,845 Maine residents are among those affected by this security incident, which involved unauthorized access to Alera Group’s network.
The breach was the result of external hacking, which allowed unauthorized individuals to access and potentially remove personal information from Alera Group’s network. The breach took place over a period of approximately two weeks in the summer of 2024, between July 19 and August 4. However, Alera Group did not become aware of the issue until August 2024 and only confirmed the breach on April 28, 2025, after a detailed investigation.
Following the discovery of the unauthorized access, Alera Group immediately began working with third-party cybersecurity specialists to investigate the extent of the breach. This investigation involved reviewing the compromised data and identifying the specific individuals who may have been affected.
As part of their response, Alera Group is offering affected individuals free access to credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for 24 months through IDX, a trusted provider of identity protection services. This service will help individuals monitor their credit and detect any suspicious activity that may indicate identity theft or fraud. Alera Group has provided instructions on how to enroll in these services in their notification letter.
The company admitted that the exposed data may include:
Full names
Social Security Numbers
Driver’s license or passport numbers
Government-issued IDs
Financial account information
Credit and debit card details
Username and password combinations
Medical information
Health insurance data
Medicare/Medicaid IDs
Biometric and digital signature data
This comprehensive data set increases the risk of identity theft, financial fraud, and medical identity fraud for the affected individuals.
While Alera Group has not publicly confirmed the total number of impacted individuals, filings with state authorities indicate at least 10,874 people were affected. This includes at least 1,845 Maine, and 651 residents in Texas, with additional reports filed in states such as Maine and Montana. The breach affects individuals nationwide, many of whom may still be unaware of their exposure.
As a precaution, Alera is offering 24 months of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection through IDX. The services provided include credit monitoring, fraud consultation, and identity theft restoration, aimed at assisting the affected individuals in protecting their personal information from further misuse.
If your personal information has been breached, it’s important to take immediate and proactive steps to minimize the potential impact and protect yourself from identity theft or fraud. Here are some general actions that you should consider taking:
Monitor Credit Reports: Check your credit reports regularly for suspicious activity.
Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Set up a fraud alert or freeze your credit to prevent unauthorized access.
Monitor Financial Accounts: Review bank and credit card statements for unfamiliar transactions.
Watch for Phishing Scams: Be cautious of unsolicited requests for personal information.
Change Passwords: Update passwords for online accounts and use strong, unique ones.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication: Add an extra layer of security to online accounts.
Review Health and Insurance Info: Check for fraudulent charges if health data was exposed.
If you were impacted by the Alera Group data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U is dedicated to helping data breach victims connect with skilled attorneys who specialize in this area of law and can guide you through the legal process.
Individuals whose personal information was exposed may have valid grounds to join a class action lawsuit, allowing them to pursue restitution.
If your data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent resolving the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
By pursuing a class action lawsuit, you not only have the opportunity to recover damages but also help hold Alera Group accountable, potentially prompting them to strengthen their security measures. Reach out to Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and learn more about the compensation you may be entitled to.
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