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OBI Seafoods 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 OBI Seafoods, 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 OBI Seafoods, LLC
OBI Seafoods, LLC is a seafood processing company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. It was formed in 2020 through the merger of two established seafood companies, Ocean Beauty Seafoods and Icicle Seafoods. OBI Seafoods operates ten processing plants located in major seafood-producing regions throughout Alaska, including Petersburg, Cordova, Kodiak, and Bristol Bay.
The company processes and sells a wide variety of seafood products such as salmon, halibut, cod, pollock, crab, herring, and sablefish (black cod). OBI Seafoods is particularly known for canned wild Alaska salmon, and it is considered the world's largest canner of this product. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and generates annual revenues estimated between $200 and $500 million.
What was the August 2024 Data Breach?
On August 12, 2024, OBI Seafoods experienced a significant data breach that exposed sensitive personal information of affected individuals. The breach was reported to various state Attorneys' Generals offices including, Maine, California, Washington, Montana, Vermont and Texas.
Information Exposed:
- Personally Identifiable Information:
- Name
- Address
- Date of Birth
- Social Security Number
- Taxpayer ID
- 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)
- Protected Health Information:
- Medical Information
- Health Insurance Information
Breach Impact:
- USA: 19,014 residents
- Washington: 4,689 residents
- Texas: 1,084 residents
- Montana: 45 residents
- Maine: 8 residents
- New Hampshire: 6 residents
- Rhode Island: 5 residents
OBI Seafoods notified affected individuals through publication in print media, posting information on the company website, and sending notices via U.S. mail.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was compromised in the OBI Seafoods data breach, you have important rights and options available to protect yourself and potentially receive compensation.
First, it is critical to monitor your financial accounts and credit reports closely. Look for any suspicious activities or unauthorized transactions. You have the right to request a free credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion—once per year. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent identity thieves from opening new accounts in your name.
Second, be cautious of phishing emails, phone calls, or other communications that may attempt to exploit your exposed personal information. Never provide sensitive data to unknown or unverified sources.
Third, you have the right to seek compensation for damages resulting from this breach. Victims of data breaches often experience financial loss, identity theft, emotional distress, and inconvenience. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal options and guide you through the process of filing a claim.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the OBI Seafoods data breach, you may qualify for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you determine your eligibility and assist you in joining a class action lawsuit against OBI Seafoods.
To learn more about your rights and take the first step toward potential compensation, complete the form below. Act now to protect your rights and hold OBI Seafoods accountable for the security of your personal information.
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