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Saint Joseph's College of Maine 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 St. Joseph’s College of Maine 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 St. Joseph’s College of Maine
St. Joseph’s College of Maine is a private Catholic liberal arts college located in Standish, Maine, on the shores of Sebago Lake. Founded in 1912 by the Sisters of Mercy, the college originally operated in Portland, Maine, before relocating to its current 474-acre campus in Standish in 1956.
The college offers more than 40 undergraduate majors and graduate programs, both on-campus and online, with popular fields including nursing, business, education, and the sciences.
What was the December 2023 Data Breach?
On February 20, 2025, Saint Joseph's College of Maine discovered a significant data breach that occurred on December 15, 2023. This breach potentially exposed the sensitive personal information of approximately 126,580 individuals across the United States.
Information Exposed:
- Social Security Numbers
- Financial Account Information
- Driver's License Numbers
Affected individuals by state:
- Maine: 23,203 individuals
- Massachusetts: 8,938 individuals
- Texas: 2,260 individuals
Saint Joseph's College of Maine notified affected individuals on March 21, 2025, through written notices sent via U.S. Mail and a posted notice on the college's website.
Reports to state attorney general offices:
- California Attorney General: March 22, 2025
- Maine Attorney General: March 23, 2025
- Texas Attorney General: March 24, 2025
- Vermont Attorney General: March 24, 2025
- Massachusetts Attorney General: March 26, 2025
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was exposed in this data breach, it's important to know your rights and take immediate action to protect yourself. You have the right to seek compensation for any harm or losses you may experience due to the breach. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal options and determine if you qualify for compensation.
Here are some steps you can take right away to protect yourself:
- Carefully review your financial statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent identity theft.
- Contact your financial institutions to alert them of the breach and discuss additional security measures.
- Keep detailed records of any unauthorized charges, suspicious activity, or expenses related to protecting your identity.
- Stay vigilant and monitor your accounts regularly for the foreseeable future.
You have the right to hold Saint Joseph's College of Maine accountable for failing to adequately protect your sensitive personal information. Lawyers are ready to help you navigate the legal process and ensure your rights are protected.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the Saint Joseph's College of Maine data 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.
To find out if you qualify, simply fill out the form below. Lawyers will review your information and contact you promptly to discuss your options. Act now to protect your rights and seek the compensation you deserve.
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