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Ciuni & Panichi Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Ciuni & Panichi, 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 Ciuni & Panichi, Inc.
Ciuni & Panichi, Inc. is an accounting firm based in Beachwood, Ohio. Founded in 1973, the company has grown to become one of Northeastern Ohio's largest accounting firms. It provides a range of financial services, including accounting, auditing, tax preparation, business valuations, mergers and acquisitions, financial projections, benefit plan consulting, succession planning, and litigation support.
What Happened?
Ciuni & Panichi recently disclosed a significant data breach affecting sensitive consumer information. According to official disclosures made to various state Attorneys General, the breach exposed personal data of numerous individuals and exposed social security numbers.
The breach was officially disclosed to the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Attorneys General on March 31, 2025, and to the Texas Attorney General on April 1, 2025. Ciuni & Panichi notified affected consumers by U.S. Mail.
The breach has impacted at least:
- 1,474 individuals in Texas
- 178 individuals in Massachusetts
- 63 individuals in New Hampshire
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was compromised in the Ciuni & Panichi data breach, you have several important rights and steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Enroll in Free Credit Monitoring: Ciuni & Panichi is offering affected individuals complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through IDX.
- Review Your Credit Reports: You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
- Place a Fraud Alert: You can place a fraud alert on your credit file, which requires businesses to verify your identity before issuing credit. Contact any one of the three major credit bureaus to place a fraud alert.
- Consider a Credit Freeze: A credit freeze restricts access to your credit reports, making it harder for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name. You can request a credit freeze by contacting each of the three major credit bureaus directly.
- Report Identity Theft: If you suspect you are a victim of identity theft, file a report with your local police department, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Ciuni & Panichi data breach, you may have grounds to seek compensation. Data breaches can cause significant harm, including identity theft, financial loss, and emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and determine if you qualify to join a class action lawsuit against Ciuni & Panichi. To learn more about your eligibility for compensation, complete the form below.
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