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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 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 International Coffee & Tea, LLC 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 International Coffee & Tea, LLC
International Coffee & Tea, LLC, known for its brand The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®, was founded in 1963 in Southern California. With over 1,000 locations in more than 20 countries, the company is a part of the Jollibee Group of Companies and is headquartered in Asia.
The April 2024 Data Breach
On June 6, 2024, International Coffee & Tea, LLC discovered suspicious activity within their computer systems. An investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred on April 5, 2024, affecting several systems and email accounts. This breach exposed sensitive consumer information, including:
- Social Security numbers
- Financial account information
- Driver's licenses
- Names
The breach affected 53,901 individuals across the United States, with specific numbers reported in states like Maine (11) and Massachusetts (110). Notifications to affected consumers were sent on December 19, 2024, through written communication.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you have been notified that your information was compromised, it's crucial to take immediate action to protect yourself. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is offering 12 months of free credit monitoring services through Equifax to those affected.
You should:
- Enroll in the provided credit monitoring service.
- Regularly review your bank and credit card statements for any unauthorized transactions.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit report.
- Report any instances of identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission and your state's Attorney General.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in this data breach, you could be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit.
To explore your options and potentially join the lawsuit, complete the form below.
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