Data Breach Summary
Lanigan Ryan has alerted its clients to a significant data security incident that may have compromised their personal information. The firm emphasizes that it takes privacy and security seriously and is offering identity protection services to affected individuals.
On May 20, 2025, Lanigan Ryan was informed that personal information of certain individuals was potentially accessed without authorization. The breach originated from an incident first detected on December 8, 2024, when suspicious activity was identified on the firm’s systems. Upon further investigation, it was discovered that unauthorized access to the firm’s network occurred between July 5, 2024, and July 11, 2024, resulting in certain files being copied.
Lanigan Ryan worked closely with cybersecurity experts to assess the breach and determine the potential scope of impact. As of May 20, 2025, the firm has identified that some personal information belonging to affected clients was contained within the compromised data. However, there is no evidence that the compromised information has been misused.
The breach may have involved the following personal information:
Names
Address
Social security number, etc
If you received notification from Lanigan Ryan regarding this breach, we recommend:
Regularly monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
Placing fraud alerts or security freezes on your credit reports with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
Taking advantage of the free identity monitoring services offered by Lanigan Ryan
Reporting any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
Following the breach, Lanigan Ryan faces potential class-action lawsuits from customers alleging negligence in protecting personal data. Data breach lawsuits often claim companies failed to implement adequate security measures or delayed disclosure of breaches, thereby increasing victims’ risk of financial and identity theft damages.
Affected users may be entitled to compensation for costs related to identity monitoring, fraudulent transactions, lost time addressing the breach, and emotional distress.
If you were impacted by the Lanigan Ryan 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 Lanigan Ryan 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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