Data Breach

LA Financial Credit Union Data Breach Investigation

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Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the LA Financial Federal Credit Union 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 LA Financial Federal Credit Union

LA Financial Federal Credit Union was founded in 1937 to serve LA County employees by providing a safe and convenient place for saving and borrowing. Today, it extends its services to anyone living, working, worshiping, volunteering, or attending school in Los Angeles County, California, and Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Unlike traditional banks, LA Financial is a member-owned institution. It also operates Havasu Community Credit Union, which serves the Lake Havasu City community.

What happened?

On June 10, 2024, LA Financial Federal Credit Union discovered suspicious activity involving an employee email account. This incident led to unauthorized access, potentially exposing sensitive consumer information. The breach was publicly disclosed on September 13, 2024.

The types of consumer information exposed include:

  1. Social Security Numbers
  2. Financial Account Information
  3. Driver's License Numbers
  4. First and Last Names

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you believe your information was compromised, it's important to take immediate action to protect yourself. LA Financial Federal Credit Union has arranged for affected individuals to receive complimentary identity monitoring services through IDX. You should activate these services promptly to safeguard against identity theft and fraud.

Additionally, 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 a credit freeze on your credit file, which can help prevent unauthorized access to your credit information. For more detailed steps, refer to the notice sent by LA Financial, which includes contact information for the major credit reporting bureaus.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your personal information was exposed in this breach, you may 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. Don't miss the opportunity to seek justice and potentially receive compensation for any harm suffered.

To get started, please complete the form below to join the lawsuit and protect your rights.

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