Ariel Corporation, a leading gas compression equipment manufacturer based in Ohio, recently reported a data breach that potentially exposed sensitive personal information. The breach occurred between June 20 and June 27, 2024, during which an unauthorized third party may have accessed and acquired data from the company’s systems
The exact number of affected individuals has not been disclosed. Upon discovering the breach, Ariel Corporation initiated an investigation to determine the nature and scope of the incident. By October 30, 2024, the company completed its review and began notifying impacted individuals.
In response to the breach, Ariel Corporation is offering complimentary credit monitoring services to those affected. The company has also provided a list of the specific types of sensitive information impacted. Individuals who have received a breach notification letter are advised to remain vigilant for signs of identity theft or fraud and to consider placing fraud alerts on their credit files
What Information Was Involved?
The compromised information includes individuals’ names and Social Security numbers.
How to Know if You Were Affected
If you received a data breach notification from Ariel Corporation, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the Ariel Corporation data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:
- Loss of privacy
- Time spent addressing the breach
- Out-of-pocket costs
- Emotional distress
A successful case could also compel Ariel Corporation to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.
