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David's Bridal Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Sep 18, 2024 3:15:00 AM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent David's Bridal data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at David's Bridal, which may have affected the names and Social Security numbers of many people.

 

What Happened?

 A recent report from the Maine Attorney General indicates that David’s Bridal suffered a data breach following a cyber security incident. On January 21, 2024, David’s Bridal detected unusual activity in its computer network and immediately took steps to secure and restore the system.

 An investigation revealed that unauthorized access occurred on January 20, 2024, during which malicious actors may have stolen:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers

 Data breach notification letters were sent to affected individuals on September 13, 2024, outlining what personal information may have been compromised.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

  1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the David's Bridal data breach
  4. Change passwords for affected accounts
  5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible

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.

 

David's Bridal Overview

 David’s Bridal, founded in 1950, is a formal wear retailer headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. Specializing in wedding and formal attire, David’s Bridal operates 195 stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. The David's Bridal is responsible for 25-30% of all wedding dress sales in the U.S. and generates around $211 million in annual revenue while employing more than 9,000 individuals.

 

David's Bridal Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

 How do you know that you were affected by the David's Bridal 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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