Data Breach Summary
NPK, a Texas-based construction site access solutions partner with a history dating back to 1932, has reported a data breach to the Attorney General of Texas. The breach, which potentially exposed sensitive personal identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI), was discovered on September 4, 2025. However, as of this date, NPK has not made further public disclosures regarding the specifics of the incident.
On September 4, 2025, NPK notified the Attorney General of Texas that its systems had been compromised by an unauthorized third party, which may have accessed sensitive data. While specific details of the breach have yet to be revealed, NPK confirmed that the breach involved personal and health-related information.
The types of information that may have been exposed include:
Full Name
Social Security Number
Driver’s License Number
Government-Issued ID Number
Financial Information
Medical Information
At this time, it remains unclear how many individuals have been affected or whether the exposed data has been misused.
NPK has not yet begun providing notices to the individuals impacted by the breach. While the investigation into the breach is ongoing, the company has not disclosed a timeline for when affected individuals will be informed. As of the report to the Texas Attorney General, NPK has not made any public statements regarding the breach’s full scope, including whether it involves customer, employee, or both types of data.
The company has stated that it is actively investigating the incident to understand the full extent of the breach and its impact on individuals’ personal and health information. NPK is expected to provide more detailed notifications once the investigation has been completed and the affected individuals are identified.
While specific notifications have not yet been sent, individuals who believe their personal information may have been exposed are encouraged to take proactive steps to protect themselves from identity theft and fraud. Here are some recommended actions:
Monitor Credit Reports: Regularly review your credit reports for signs of suspicious activity. You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
Place a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent new credit accounts from being opened in your name.
Review Financial Accounts: Monitor bank and credit card statements for any unauthorized transactions or unfamiliar charges.
Watch for Phishing Scams: Be cautious of unsolicited communications attempting to gather personal or financial information. Fraudsters may exploit the breach to conduct phishing attacks.
Change Passwords: Update your online passwords, particularly for accounts that may have been affected by the breach.
Monitor Medical Records: If medical information was exposed, carefully review your health insurance statements and medical records for signs of fraudulent activity.
If you were impacted by the NPK 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 NPK 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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