Mehri & Skalet Data Breach Lawsuit

Mehri & Skalet, PLLC has announced a recent data security event that may have exposed some of your personal information. While there is no evidence of identity theft resulting from this event, the firm is providing details about the situation and offering resources to help protect your information.

Mehri & Skalet’s Data Breach Investigation

On May 20, 2025, Mehri & Skalet identified suspicious activity involving one of its employee’s email accounts. The firm promptly secured its email environment and launched an investigation to understand the nature and scope of the event. The investigation determined that an unauthorized actor gained access to the employee’s email account on December 17, 2024, and downloaded information that may have included sensitive data.

To assess the full impact, Mehri & Skalet conducted a thorough review of the information within the compromised email account. During this process, it was discovered that your personal information was among the data that had been accessed.

While there is currently no evidence to suggest that identity theft has occurred, the firm is notifying all individuals whose data may have been exposed out of an abundance of caution. Mehri & Skalet has taken several steps to ensure that similar incidents are prevented in the future and is working with law enforcement authorities as part of their investigation.

When Did This Breach Occur?

The suspicious activity in the employee’s email account was first identified on May 20, 2025. The actual unauthorized access took place on December 17, 2024, when the attacker downloaded the personal data from the compromised account.

What Information Was Breached?

The breach involved a variety of personal information, some of which may be associated with you. The specific data that was exposed includes:

• Name
• Social Security Number

Though no evidence of identity theft has been reported at this time, it is important to be aware that your personal data may have been affected.

What You Can Do

If you believe your personal information was involved in this data breach, there are several steps you can take to protect yourself:

1. Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly check your bank and credit card statements for any suspicious transactions.
2. Review Your Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus every year. Be sure to check them for signs of fraud or errors.
3. Use Fraud Alerts: Place fraud alerts on your credit reports to help prevent anyone from opening accounts in your name.
4. Consider Credit Freezes: Freezing your credit prevents creditors from accessing your credit report, which can make it more difficult for identity thieves to open new accounts.
5. Enroll in Identity Protection Services: Mehri & Skalet is offering complimentary access to identity protection and credit monitoring services. These services can help you monitor for any signs of identity theft.

These actions will help you remain vigilant and take proactive steps to protect your sensitive information.

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