Data Breach Summary
The Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram has confirmed a recent data breach that may have exposed sensitive client information. The breach, identified on February 7, 2025, was caused by unauthorized access to a server containing legal and personal data. While the company has no evidence that the affected information has been misused, it is taking steps to secure data and offer affected individuals the tools to protect themselves.
On February 7, 2025, the law firm discovered suspicious activity on its network and quickly launched an investigation. The breach was traced to an unauthorized individual who accessed a computer server storing client information. While the firm’s investigation is ongoing, it is believed that information related to client legal matters, including personal details, was compromised.
The breach is said to have affected some clients’ personal information associated with their legal matters. While the law firm has assured clients that their legal representation will not be affected, they are urging those impacted to take precautionary steps to protect their information.
As a response to the breach, the Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram is offering affected clients a free 12-month membership to Experian® IdentityWorks. This service provides credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and up to $1 million in identity theft insurance. The law firm is also providing resources to help clients monitor and safeguard their personal data.
Clients can enroll in the program by visiting Experian’s website and entering the provided activation code. The firm has emphasized that enrolling in this service will not negatively impact clients’ credit scores.
The compromised data could include:
Name
Address
Credit card number
Card expiration date
While there is no evidence of fraud linked to the breach, we advise affected individuals to remain vigilant and take the following actions:
Monitor your accounts for any unusual or suspicious activity.
Place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit files to prevent unauthorized account openings.
Report any suspected misuse of your personal information to law enforcement and your financial institutions immediately.
Class Action U attorneys are currently investigating the data breach at Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram to determine if affected individuals are eligible for compensation. Those whose personal information was exposed may have legal grounds to join a class action lawsuit and seek restitution.
If your personal data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent addressing the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
Pursuing a successful class action lawsuit could not only secure compensation for you but may also encourage Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram to enhance its security measures to prevent future breaches. Contact Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and to learn more about the potential compensation you may be entitled to.
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