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MWI Veterinary Supply Data Breach Investigation

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MWI Veterinary Supply Data Breach Investigation
MWI Veterinary Supply 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 MWI Veterinary Supply, 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 MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc.

MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. is a cornerstone business of AmerisourceBergen's animal health division. Founded in 1976, MWI sources and distributes pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, and supplies for both companion animals and livestock markets. The company prides itself on building lasting relationships with veterinarians, food producers, dealers, and manufacturers to improve the quality of animal health globally. MWI operates with a workforce of 883 employees, according to LinkedIn, and is headquartered online at mwiah.com.

The September 2024 Data Breach

On September 30, 2024, MWI Veterinary Supply, Inc. discovered a data breach that compromised the personal information of current and former employees, their dependents, and individuals associated with MWI's customers. The breach exposed the following types of consumer information:

  • Name of individual
  • Address
  • Social Security Number
  • Driver’s License number
  • Government-issued ID number (e.g., passport, state ID card)
  • Financial Information (e.g., account number, credit or debit card number)
  • Medical Information
  • Health Insurance Information
  • Date of Birth

The breach affected 19,207 individuals in the United States, with specific impacts on 2,689 individuals in Texas and 13 in Maine. MWI confirmed the incident was fully contained and has been working with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to investigate and reinforce their systems.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your personal information was exposed in the MWI Veterinary Supply data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue a claim. To explore your legal options, complete the form below to join a lawsuit.

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