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Feldstein & Stewart, LLP Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Oct 2, 2024 6:30:00 AM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Feldstein & Stewart, LLP data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Feldstein & Stewart, LLP, which may have affected as many as 8,171 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

 

What Happened?

A recent report from the Attorney General of Maine states that the Feldstein & Stewart, LLP data breach occurred due to a cyber security attack that was discovered on March 25, 2024 prompting the company secured its network. An investigation was launched that confirmed that an unauthorized party accessed files from its network which contained confidential information belonging to individuals. Feldstein & Stewart reviewed the files to determine which consumers were impacted and what information was compromised. While the breached information varies depending on the individual, it may include:

  • names,
  • Social Security numbers,
  • driver’s license numbers
  • and state identification numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Feldstein & Stewart, LLP on September 25, 2024 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
  2. Consider freezing your credit
  3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Feldstein & Stewart, LLP 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.

 

Feldstein & Stewart, LLP Overview

Located in New City, New York, Feldstein & Stewart, LLP is an accounting firm providing estate and retirement planning, auditing, bookkeeping, new business consulting and tax planning and preparation.

 

Feldstein & Stewart, LLP Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Feldstein & Stewart, LLP 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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