Berman & Rabin Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Berman & Rabin data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Berman & Rabin, which has affected 151,944 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information including names, Social Security numbers, and financial account information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Maine Attorney General's office states that the Berman & Rabin data breach occurred due to a cybersecurity incident. The incident was discovered on July 8, 2024, when the firm detected suspicious activity and file encryption within their computer network. An investigation was launched that confirmed that the compromised data includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Financial account information

The investigation revealed unauthorized access to the network between July 5 and July 8, 2024, with confirmation of personal data exposure on October 8, 2024. Data breach letters were sent out by Berman & Rabin on January 23, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and 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 Berman & Rabin data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Berman & Rabin
   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.

Berman & Rabin Overview

Berman & Rabin, P.A. operates as a law firm headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The organization specializes in debt collection and creditor rights services, with operations focused on commercial and consumer debt recovery. Their legal services extend to financial institutions, businesses, and lending organizations, encompassing litigation and judgment enforcement procedures. Berman & Rabin maintains a workforce of 143 employees and generates $12 million in annual revenue. Their business model centers on providing legal representation in matters related to debt collection, working within established regulatory frameworks to handle commercial and consumer collection cases.

Berman & Rabin Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Berman & Rabin 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.

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