E & M Insurance Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent E & M Insurance data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at E & M Insurance that compromised their email system, potentially exposing sensitive personal information of affected individuals.

What Happened?

According to the Vermont Attorney General's office, the E & M Insurance data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident that allowed unauthorized access to the company's email system. The breach initially occurred between February 8 and February 10, 2024, though it wasn't discovered until February 20, 2024. After conducting a thorough investigation with external cybersecurity experts, E & M Insurance confirmed on December 17, 2024, that confidential information had been exposed.

While specific data types have not been publicly disclosed in the Vermont Attorney General filing, affected individuals should receive personalized notifications detailing their compromised information. Data breach letters were sent out by E & M Insurance on January 17, 2025.

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 E & M Insurance data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from E & M Insurance
   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.

E & M Insurance Overview

E & M Insurance LLC is an independent insurance agency headquartered in North Wales, Pennsylvania. The company maintains a workforce of approximately 25 employees and generates annual revenue of around $6.5 million. Their business operations encompass both personal and commercial insurance services, including auto, home, business, life, and health insurance policies. E & M Insurance also specializes in comprehensive employee benefits packages, offering solutions for group health insurance, dental coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) plans. Their client base includes individuals, families, and businesses seeking various insurance and benefits solutions.

E & M Insurance Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the E & M Insurance 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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