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Empower Management Group Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Oct 12, 2024 7:30:00 AM

The data breach attorneys at Console & Associates are actively investigating the recent cyber security incident at Empower Management Group LLC. This data breach, which potentially exposed the sensitive personal information of an undetermined number of individuals, was disclosed after an unauthorized party gained access to Empower's systems.

 

What Happened?

According to the Attorney General of Texas, the Empower Management Group data breach occurred after the company fell victim to a cyber attack. While the exact nature of the attack has not been confirmed, Empower discovered that an unauthorized party was able to access files containing individuals':

  • Names
  • Addresses
  • Social Security numbers
  • Financial account information
  • Medical information
  • Health insurance information

After identifying the breach, Empower Management Group began the process of notifying affected individuals. Official data breach letters are expected to be mailed out to victims in the near future.

 

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 Empower Management Group 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.

 

Empower Management Group Overview

Empower Management Group LLC is a Richardson, TX based company that offers business services to healthcare providers. Their offerings span revenue cycle management, compliance, HR & payroll, and digital & data solutions. Empower employs over 32 people and has annual revenues of approximately $5 million.

 

Empower Management Group Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Empower Management Group 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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