United Insurance Group 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 UIG, Inc. dba United Insurance Group 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.

United Insurance Group

UIG, Inc., doing business as United Insurance Group, is a company that provides various insurance services. They are committed to maintaining the confidentiality, privacy, and security of the information they handle. However, recent events have brought to light vulnerabilities in their data protection measures.

What Happened?

In December 2024, UIG, Inc. disclosed a significant data breach affecting individuals in Massachusetts. The breach exposed sensitive consumer information, including:

• Social Security numbers
• Financial account information
• Driver's license numbers

The breach was reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on December 16, 2024, affecting at least seven individuals in the state. For more details, you can view the disclosure on the Massachusetts Attorney General's website.

Your Rights and Next Steps

If your information was compromised in this breach, you have several options to protect yourself:

• Enroll in Credit Monitoring: UIG is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through Experian. It's crucial to enroll by March 31, 2025, using the activation code provided in their notice.
• Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly check your credit reports for any suspicious activity. You are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus.
• Consider a Fraud Alert or Credit Freeze: You can place a fraud alert or a credit freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized access.
• Identity Restoration: Experian offers identity restoration services to help resolve any issues that arise from the breach.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If you were affected by the UIG data breach, you might be entitled to compensation for any damages incurred. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit.

Complete the form below to explore your legal options and potentially secure compensation for the breach.

Sources

• Massachusetts Attorney General