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All American Poly Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Jan 30, 2025 5:28:21 PM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent All American Poly data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at All American Poly, which exposed sensitive personal identifiable information including names and Social Security numbers of affected individuals.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's office states that the All American Poly data breach occurred due to a cybersecurity incident discovered on August 26, 2024. The company detected potential unauthorized access to their computer network, prompting an immediate investigation into the scope and nature of the incident.

The investigation confirmed that an unauthorized party had accessed portions of All American Poly's IT network, gaining access to files containing confidential information. The compromised data includes:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by All American Poly on January 27, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and specific details about their compromised data.

 

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

  1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
    1. Set up alerts for suspicious activity
    2. Review all financial statements thoroughly
    3. Request free credit reports and examine them for unauthorized entries

  2. Consider freezing your credit
    1. Contact all three major credit bureaus to place a freeze
    2. Understand this prevents new accounts from being opened in your name
    3. Remember to temporarily lift the freeze when applying for legitimate credit

  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the All American Poly data breach
    1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from All American Poly
    2. Don't click on suspicious links or download unexpected attachments
    3. Verify all communications through official channels

  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
    1. Create strong, unique passwords for each account
    2. Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters
    3. Consider using a password manager for better security

  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible
    1. Add this extra layer of security to all important accounts
    2. Use authenticator apps rather than SMS when available
    3. Keep backup codes in a secure location

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

 

All American Poly Overview

All American Poly Corporation operates as a manufacturing facility headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey. The company's core business involves the production of polyethylene film and packaging products for multiple industry sectors. With approximately 400 employees, the organization generates annual revenue of $108 million. Their manufacturing operations focus on creating custom plastic bags, sheeting, and films for commercial and industrial applications. All American Poly serves diverse markets including food and beverage packaging, healthcare supplies, agricultural products, and industrial materials. Their production capabilities encompass various types of plastic packaging solutions designed for specific commercial requirements.

 

All American Poly Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the All American Poly data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

Complete our confidential contact form below and a member of our legal team will be in touch.