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Millions of Americans have had their private information accessed and stolen, some from reputable banks and highly regarded companies. If this happens to you, it’s vital to take immediate steps to protect yourself.
Hackers or cybercriminals target all kinds of sensitive data. This includes email addresses, credit card and bank account numbers, social media login information, social security numbers, health information, and names of accounts in your name. There’s no way of knowing what hackers plan to do with the private information they steal, but the risks are immense. For instance, financial fraud and identity theft can ruin lives and destroy businesses.
Of course, it’s essential to do everything you can to protect your data. But if you become the victim of a data breach caused by negligent consumer privacy and cybersecurity practices, the data breach attorneys at Lemberg Law can help you. Whatever the scenario, we are available to ensure the organization or company responsible for the breach is held accountable. We also pledge to pursue those responsible for the breach and do everything possible to recover the costs you may have suffered.
If your company has been the target of a data breach, you’re going to need help to minimize your legal liability. And if you’ve escaped an attack so far, you need to be sure that your business has taken every possible step to ensure that you won’t be a successful target in the future. Lemberg Law’s data breach attorneys are available to advise and assist in the full spectrum of company cybersecurity matters.
What is a Data Breach?
A data breach happens when unauthorized individuals or entities are able to access confidential or sensitive data without permission. It typically involves a security incident where an attacker circumvents security measures to access and steal data. Breaches can occur for various reasons, including cyberattacks, hacking, insider threats, or physical theft of storage devices.
How Common are Data Breaches?
You may not realize it, but data breaches are very common. Data from the website, Statista, estimates that in 2023 alone, more than 353-million individuals in the U.S. were affected by data compromises including data breaches, exposure, and leakage.
It’s important to note that the impact felt by those affected by a data breach isn’t necessarily affected by numbers. Many data thieves will sell the data, not knowing (or caring) what the impact will be. Some people are likely to be affected more severely than others, particularly if they have good credit ratings, substantial investments, and so on. But even if your information was targeted in a data breach, while you’ll be at risk, you may not become a victim.
Our Current Investigations
Lemberg Law is investigating data breaches where companies fail to protect consumer information. One example is our investigation into Biagi Bros. Inc., where sensitive data may have been exposed. If you’ve been affected by a data breach, contact us for a free case evaluation.
Protection Against Data Theft
You can take steps to protect your data, such as using strong passwords and being cautious about where you share your information. However, even if you follow best practices, businesses that fail to implement proper security measures can still put your data at risk.
Additionally, several federal and state laws help protect personal and business data. Here are a few:
- Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act: The GLB Act covers consumer financial privacy. Any financial institutions that offer financial products including loans, investment advice, and insurance, must explain their information sharing practices with customers. They are also obliged, in terms of the law, to safeguard sensitive data.
- Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): The HIPAA Act protects sensitive patient health information from being shared or disclosed without a patient’s knowledge or consent. While it recognizes the importance of allowing the flow of health information to provide high-quality healthcare, this law aims to protect the privacy of patients.
- Federal Trade Commission’s Identity Theft Red Flag Rules: The Red Flags Rule was established to protect the millions of Americans whose identities are stolen every year. It tells businesses how to develop, implement, and administer identity theft protection programs. It’s a comprehensive process, and if organizations under FTC jurisdiction don’t comply, they could be in big trouble.
How Can a Data Breach Attorney Help You?
Whether you are an individual whose personal data has been breached or a company whose customers’ data has been stolen or leaked, Lemberg Law can help you recover your losses and/or claim compensation.
If you’re a data breach victim, call our Helpline or fill out a contact form and we’ll undertake a free case evaluation. If you qualify, we’ll get to work on your case right away. You won’t pay anything unless we resolve your case or win in court.