Data Breach Summary
Gerash Steiner Blanton, P.C. (“GSB”), a law firm handling sensitive client information, has disclosed a data security incident that potentially exposed personal data. The breach involved unauthorized access to files containing sensitive information, including your name and other potentially impacted data. If you are one of the affected individuals, you may be entitled to compensation and are being offered complimentary identity monitoring services.
GSB became aware of a security incident affecting its systems, which may have involved unauthorized access to sensitive client data. Upon discovering the breach, GSB promptly took action to investigate the incident, secure its systems, and prevent further unauthorized access. The law firm has since reviewed its security measures and is working to enhance its protections to prevent similar incidents in the future.
While GSB has no indication that your personal data has been misused, the company is providing affected individuals with two years of free identity monitoring services through Kroll, a global leader in risk mitigation and response. These services include credit monitoring, fraud consultation, and identity theft restoration.
The breach may have exposed personal information, including your name and other sensitive details listed below.
Based on the investigation, the data that may have been compromised includes:
Please note that GSB has not found any evidence suggesting that your personal information has been misused.
To protect your personal information, you should take the following steps:
GSB deeply regrets the inconvenience this incident may have caused and is committed to helping you protect your information. The law firm is working to ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future.
If you have received a data breach notification from Gerash Steiner Blanton, you may be eligible for compensation through a class action lawsuit. Data breaches can cause substantial personal and financial harm, and holding the responsible parties accountable is crucial to ensuring justice for those affected.
If you’re unsure whether you have a case, we highly recommend contacting Class Action U for a free consultation. We partner with top-notch legal representation to navigate this complex process. Joining a class action can amplify your voice and help ensure that data breaches like this are taken seriously by corporate entities.
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 Gerash Steiner Blanton, 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.