Data Breach Summary
Hire Velocity, a talent advisory and recruitment process outsourcing firm based in Atlanta, has reported a data breach that may have compromised sensitive personal information of individuals associated with the company. The organization is notifying affected parties and taking proactive steps to protect their data and privacy. Affected individuals are encouraged to remain vigilant and take proactive steps to safeguard their information.
On May 16, 2025, Hire Velocity notified the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation about a data breach. The company stated that an unauthorized third party may have accessed its systems, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information. However, as of May 20, 2025, specific details about the breach, including how the unauthorized access occurred, have not been publicly disclosed by Hire Velocity.
The data potentially impacted varies by individual but includes sensitive information such as:
Social Security numbers
Dates of birth
Health insurance information
Medicaid numbers
Following the breach, Balance Autism faces potential class-action lawsuits from customers 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 received notification from Balance Autism regarding this breach, we recommend:
Regularly monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
Placing fraud alerts or security freezes on your credit reports with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
Taking advantage of the free identity monitoring services offered by PFB
Reporting any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
If you were impacted by the Balance Autism 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 Balance Autism 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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