Data Breach Summary
Welts, White & Fontaine, P.C. (“WWF”), a small law firm based in Nashua, NH, has issued a notification regarding a recent security incident that may have compromised the personal information of certain individuals. WWF, which serves local individuals and businesses, is taking immediate action to protect the affected individuals and ensure that their personal information remains secure.
On January 8, 2025, WWF became aware that an unauthorized actor may have accessed their network and copied files from one of their file servers. Following the discovery of the incident, the firm immediately launched an investigation in collaboration with outside cybersecurity professionals to assess the extent of the breach and determine what, if any, personal information had been compromised.
The investigation revealed that certain files were likely copied from WWF’s network before January 8, 2025. The firm’s review of the files continued for several months, and on April 9, 2025, it was confirmed that the personal information of certain individuals, including medical records and/or medical bills, was included in at least one of the copied files.
It is important to note that the breach only impacted WWF’s network and systems. No external systems were affected by this incident.
WWF is providing affected individuals with access to complimentary credit monitoring services for twelve months. These services include alerts from the credit bureau whenever changes occur to the affected individual’s credit file. Notifications are sent the same day that an update takes place, ensuring that individuals are informed of any changes in real-time.
Additionally, WWF is offering proactive fraud assistance services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company specializing in fraud remediation and assistance. Individuals can reach out to Cyberscout for support should they have any concerns or need assistance in the event they become a victim of fraud.
Based on the investigation, the types of personal information that may have been exposed include:
Medical Records and/or
Medical Bills
While WWF has not received any reports of identity theft or misuse of the exposed information, the firm is taking precautionary steps to help mitigate any potential harm.
If you are one of the individuals potentially impacted by this incident, We recommend the following actions to protect your personal information:
Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services offered for twelve months.
Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any signs of unauthorized activity.
Follow the additional recommendations provided in the notification letter to safeguard your information.
Following the breach, Welts, White & Fontaine faces potential class-action lawsuits from patients 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 Welts, White & Fontaine 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 Welts, White & Fontaine 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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