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Surety HR 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 Surety HR 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 Surety HR
Surety HR, part of the Spooner Risk Control family, is a professional employer organization (PEO) that began building its services in 2015, starting with payroll services. By 2017, it expanded to include in-house legal counsel and HR experts. Surety HR offers solutions in workers’ compensation, safety, unemployment, and absence management. The company, founded in 2017, operates primarily through its website at suretyhr.com and employs around 8 individuals according to LinkedIn.
The January 2024 Data Breach
Between January 16, 2024, and January 28, 2024, Surety HR experienced a significant security incident that was discovered on January 31, 2024. This breach potentially compromised the personal information of numerous individuals. The types of consumer information exposed include:
- Social Security Numbers
- Bank account and routing information
Your Rights and Next Steps
Under Massachusetts law, where the breach was reported, you have several rights and steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Obtain a Police Report: You are entitled to obtain a police report if you believe you are a victim of identity theft.
- Credit Freeze: You can place a security freeze on your credit reports at no charge to prevent new accounts from being opened in your name.
- Fraud Alerts: Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit files, which warns creditors that you may be a victim of identity theft and they should verify that anyone seeking credit in your name is actually you.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your data was compromised in the Surety HR data breach, you might be entitled to compensation. Identity theft can have a long-lasting impact on your financial health, and taking legal action can help mitigate these effects. Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process of securing the compensation you deserve. Please consider filling out the below form to join the lawsuit and protect your rights.
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