Cornwell Quality Tools Data Breach Lawsuit

Cornwell Quality Tools, a  tool manufacturer and distributor in Wadsworth, Ohio, has reported a significant data breach affecting thousands of its customers. The breach, which was detected on September 9, 2025, exposed highly sensitive personal and financial information of approximately 16,531 individuals. The breach occurred between June 30 and July 17, 2025, following suspicious activity on the company’s internal systems.

Cornwell Quality Tools Data Breach Details

On July 9, 2025, Cornwell Quality Tools identified suspicious activity related to its internal systems, prompting an immediate investigation. Upon further investigation, it was revealed that an unauthorized actor had gained access to various sensitive data, including Social Security numbers, financial information, and health-related details.

Following the discovery, the company took swift action to secure its systems and mitigate further risks, bringing in third-party cybersecurity experts to assist with the investigation and evaluate any vulnerabilities.

In response to the breach, Cornwell Quality Tools took several immediate actions:

• Securing their systems and implementing password resets for impacted accounts

• Engaging cybersecurity experts to investigate the extent of the breach

• Notifying affected individuals and providing guidance on how to protect themselves

• Offering complimentary credit monitoring services through TransUnion Cyberscout for 12 months

The company also made a public disclosure to the Massachusetts Attorney General’s office on September 4, 2025, outlining the breach and the steps taken.

What Information Was Involved?

The breach involved the following categories of personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI):

• Full Names

• Social Security Numbers

• Driver’s License Numbers

• Financial Account Information (e.g., credit or debit card numbers)

• Medical Information

• Health Insurance Information

• Dates of Birth

Cornwell Quality Tools has clarified that there is no evidence of misuse of this information, but the breach increases the risk of identity theft and fraud for affected individuals.

Next Steps for Affected Individuals

If you were impacted by this breach, Cornwell Quality Tools recommends taking the following steps to protect your personal and financial information:

• Enroll in the free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered by the company.

• Monitor your financial accounts for any unusual activity or unauthorized transactions.

• Change passwords for any other accounts that may share similar login credentials.

• Place fraud alerts or freezes with the major credit bureaus to prevent unauthorized access to your credit.

• Be cautious of phishing emails or phone calls that may attempt to exploit the breach.

Pursuing Legal Action Against Cornwell Quality Tools

If you received a notification about the breach, you may want to explore your legal options. Cornwell Quality Tools responsibility to protect sensitive patient data has potentially exposed individuals to identity theft and other risks. You could be eligible to join a class action lawsuit against Cornwell Quality Tools for damages caused by the breach.

To determine if you qualify for the class action lawsuit or need further legal support, contact Class Action U for a free consultation. Our legal experts can help you navigate the next steps and ensure that your voice is heard in the fight for justice and accountability.