Data Breach Summary
Peter WM Maneri JR CPA LLC (PWM) has recently informed its clients of a potential data breach that may have affected their personal information. Although the firm has taken steps to secure its environment, individuals impacted by the breach are urged to remain vigilant and consider enrolling in free identity protection services offered by PWM.
Peter WM Maneri JR CPA LLC has alerted affected individuals regarding an event that may have compromised the privacy of their personal data. While Massachusetts law restricts the amount of detail PWM can disclose about the breach, the firm has communicated its response to the incident. PWM promptly secured its environment and conducted a thorough investigation into the activity that may have compromised sensitive information.
After identifying the information that was potentially impacted, PWM took immediate action by reviewing the compromised data and notifying the individuals involved. Additionally, PWM notified relevant state regulatory agencies about the breach. Although PWM’s systems were targeted, the firm emphasizes its commitment to enhancing its security infrastructure to prevent similar events in the future.
As a precautionary measure, PWM is offering affected individuals 24 months of free credit monitoring and identity protection services through TransUnion. However, due to privacy laws, PWM is unable to activate these services directly for individuals, requiring them to follow specific steps outlined in the communication.
PWM has also encouraged those impacted to be vigilant against fraud and identity theft by reviewing their financial statements and credit reports for unusual activity.
PWM has not disclosed the exact dates of the breach in the notification, but it is addressing the event as quickly as possible to minimize the impact on affected individuals.
While the details of the breach are limited due to privacy restrictions, the firm has acknowledged that sensitive information may have been compromised. PWM has taken steps to identify and secure the data involved, but specific types of information, such as names, addresses, and other personally identifiable information, could be at risk.
If you have received a data breach notification from PWM, 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 PWM, 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.
