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Amgen or Sirva Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Amgen Inc. data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Amgen Inc.
Amgen Inc., founded in 1980, is a biotechnology company dedicated to discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. With a focus on high unmet medical needs, Amgen leverages advanced human genetics to unravel disease complexities and improve health outcomes. Headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, Amgen employs over 26,000 people globally.
What Happened?
In August 2023, Amgen Inc. experienced a significant data breach through its service provider, Sirva Relocation, LLC. On September 29, 2023, Sirva detected suspicious activity on its network. An investigation revealed that unknown actors accessed certain Sirva systems between August 16, 2023, and October 17, 2023, during which they copied certain files.
On August 8, 2024, Sirva informed Amgen that some of the data related to Amgen personnel might have been impacted.
The types of consumer information exposed included:
- Name
- Contact Information
- Non-U.S. Address
- Credit/Debit Card Information
- Date of Birth
- Employment Information, Including Salary
- Financial Accounts Information
- Gender Identification
- Medical/Health Information
- Passport Information
- Sirva File Number
- Social Security Number/Social Insurance Number
- Unique or Other Government-Issued ID Number
- Loan Information
- Taxpayer Identification Number
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you believe your information was compromised in this data breach, it is crucial to take action to protect your identity and personal information. Amgen has arranged for Kroll to provide identity monitoring services at no cost to those affected. This service includes credit monitoring, web watcher, public persona monitoring, and identity theft restoration, among others. You have until the specified deadline in your notification letter to activate these services.
Additionally, you should remain vigilant by regularly reviewing your account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity. You have the right to place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized access.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Amgen data breach, you might be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue any potential claims you may have. To explore your options and join a lawsuit, please complete the form below.
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