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Benefits Partner LLC dba Salus Group 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 Benefits Partner, LLC dba Salus Group 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 Benefits Partner, LLC dba Salus Group
Benefits Partner, LLC, doing business as Salus Group, is an employee benefits consulting, brokerage, and administration firm based in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Founded in 2005 by CEO Michael Brillati, Salus Group provides insurance, human resources, staffing services, retirement planning, payroll services, employee wellbeing programs, and compliance support for COBRA, HIPAA, and healthcare reform.
The company serves various clients across the United States, including school districts, construction companies, physician groups, and associations. Salus Group has approximately 66 employees listed on LinkedIn and reported annual revenues of around $7 million as of 2025.
In December 2024, Salus Group was acquired by NFP, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Aon plc, as part of a strategy to expand benefits consulting and brokerage services. Following the acquisition, Salus Group continues to operate nationwide, with significant client bases in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama.
What was the October 2024 Data Breach?
On October 9, 2024, Salus Group experienced a data breach involving unauthorized access to an employee's email account. Upon discovering suspicious activity, Salus Group immediately disabled the account, reset the employee's password, and launched an investigation with the assistance of a third-party forensic firm.
The investigation confirmed unauthorized access to the email account on October 9, 2024, but was unable to determine which specific emails were viewed by the unauthorized party. As a result, Salus Group conducted a comprehensive review of the email account's contents. This review concluded in late February 2025, and the company began notifying affected employers and insurance carriers around March 27, 2025.
Information exposed:
- Personally Identifiable Information (PII)
- Names
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers
- Drivers' license numbers
- Financial account information
- Protected Health Information (PHI)
- Health insurance information
- Clinical or treatment information
Impact by State:
- Texas: 586 residents
- Massachusetts: 75 residents
- Rhode Island: 41 residents
Salus Group first disclosed the data breach to the Texas and Massachusetts Attorney Generals' offices on April 8, 2025. Notifications to affected individuals were sent via U.S. Mail.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was compromised in the Salus Group data breach, you have important rights and options available to you. Salus Group has offered affected individuals complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Kroll. While these services can help monitor your credit and alert you to potential identity theft, you may also have the right to pursue additional compensation.
Under state and federal laws, companies that collect and store personal information have a responsibility to protect that data from unauthorized access. When they fail to do so, affected individuals may be entitled to compensation for damages, including:
- Costs associated with identity theft prevention and recovery
- Emotional distress caused by the breach
- Lost time spent addressing the breach and protecting your identity
- Potential future financial losses due to identity theft or fraud
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal rights and options. By speaking with a legal professional, you can determine if you are eligible to join a class action lawsuit or pursue individual claims against Salus Group.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you received a notification from Salus Group informing you that your information was compromised, you may qualify for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you take action and hold Salus Group accountable for failing to protect your sensitive personal data.
To find out if you qualify, complete the form below. This is the first step toward joining a potential lawsuit and seeking the compensation you deserve. Act now to protect your rights and secure your future.
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