E&M Insurance LLC has disclosed a network security incident that may have compromised sensitive information belonging to certain individuals. The breach, which impacted the company’s corporate email environment, was first discovered on February 20, 2024.
Upon detecting the incident, E&M Insurance immediately launched an investigation with the assistance of external cybersecurity experts specializing in data breaches. The forensic review revealed that between February 8, 2024, and February 20, 2024, certain emails containing personal information were stored in an affected account and may have been subject to unauthorized access or acquisition.
As a precautionary step, E&M Insurance is offering complimentary membership to Experian IdentityWorksSM Credit 3B, a service designed to detect potential misuse of personal information and provide identity theft resolution support. Enrolling in this program is free of charge and will not impact credit scores.
Individuals associated with E&M Insurance, are advised to remain vigilant for any suspicious activity related to their personal information. Monitoring financial statements, changing passwords, and being cautious of phishing attempts are recommended steps to protect against potential misuse of compromised data. To learn more about how to protect yourself after such incidents, explore this resource on how to respond to a data breach incident and understand the steps you can take.
What Data Was Compromised in the Breach?
The potentially impacted information includes names, dates of birth, financial information and Social Security numbers.
How to Determine if You Were Impacted
If you received a notification from E&M Insurance regarding the data breach, your personal information may have been compromised. Although breach notices are typically sent by mail, individuals may experience the effects of the breach earlier, including fraudulent financial transactions or identity theft. Class Action U, in collaboration with KO Lawyers, is assisting those impacted by the E&M Insurance data breach. If your data was exposed, you may qualify to join a class action lawsuit.
How E&M Insurance Class Action Lawsuits Can Benefit Victims
Class action lawsuits provide a way for individuals affected by large-scale data breaches, like the E&M Insurance incident, to seek compensation collectively. This approach is often more efficient and cost-effective than filing individual claims. You may be eligible to receive compensation for:
- Loss of privacy
- Time spent addressing the breach
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Emotional distress
A successful lawsuit could also compel E&M Insurance to improve its data security measures and prevent future breaches. To find out if you qualify for a class action lawsuit and the potential compensation available to you, contact Class Action U today.
