Have you been affected by Wiggin and Dana LLP's data breach?
Wiggin and Dana LLP, a prominent law firm, recently experienced a data breach that may have exposed certain personal information. The breach, which occurred between February 28 and March 1, 2025, was identified after suspicious activity was detected on an employee’s workstation. The breach resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive data, prompting an investigation into the scope of the incident and potential risks to affected individuals.
Wiggin and Dana’s Data Breach Investigation
On March 1, 2025, Wiggin and Dana LLP discovered suspicious activity involving one of its employee workstations. After quickly securing the workstation, the firm launched an in-depth investigation to assess the situation. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized individual gained access to both the employee’s workstation and additional systems that the employee had access to between February 28 and March 1, 2025.
During the investigation, it was determined that specific files on Wiggin and Dana’s network were accessed and copied by this unauthorized actor. Following this discovery, the firm took immediate steps to understand the full scope of the breach and identify which individuals were affected. A comprehensive review was conducted to evaluate the compromised data and determine the people whose information was involved.
The review was thorough and included steps to assess the level of access the unauthorized actor had and whether any information had been improperly used. Fortunately, the firm reported that no evidence was found to suggest any fraud or identity theft had occurred as a result of the breach.
However, due to the sensitive nature of the incident and the potential exposure of personal information, Wiggin and Dana has since notified affected individuals, offering guidance on the next steps they can take to secure their information.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The breach occurred between February 28 and March 1, 2025, with the suspicious activity being identified on March 1, 2025.
What Information Was Breached?
The review of the impacted data revealed that the following information was potentially exposed:
While the firm emphasizes that there has been no evidence of fraud or identity theft associated with the breach, the nature of the exposed information could still place affected individuals at risk.
What You Can Do
If you believe your information may have been impacted by the Wiggin and Dana breach, there are several steps you can take to help protect yourself:
- Monitor Your Financial Accounts: Regularly check your bank and credit card statements for any unusual activity.
- Place Fraud Alerts on Your Credit: Consider placing a fraud alert with the credit bureaus to warn others that your information may have been compromised.
- Consider a Credit Freeze: If you’re particularly concerned about identity theft, you may want to place a freeze on your credit, which will make it harder for anyone to open new accounts in your name.
- Be Cautious with Personal Information: Be wary of any unsolicited emails, calls, or messages asking for your personal details. These may be phishing attempts related to the breach.
- Take Advantage of the Free Services Offered: Wiggin and Dana has offered free services, which can help monitor and secure your information.
If you need further guidance or assistance with protecting your information, consider getting in touch with a legal professional.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Wiggin and Dana
If you have received a data breach notification from Wiggin and Dana, 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 Wiggin and Dana, 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.