Globe Life Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Globe Life data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Globe Life, which has affected as many as 850,000 individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) stated that the Globe Life data breach occurred due to unauthorized access to the company's IT network. The incident was initially discovered on June 13, 2024, when Globe Life detected suspicious activity in their systems. In their October 2024 SEC filing, the company initially reported that approximately 5,000 individuals were affected. However, a subsequent investigation revealed that the breach was far more extensive than originally believed. The compromised information may include:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Email addresses
• Phone numbers
• Postal addresses
• Dates of birth
• Health information
• Insurance information

On January 30, 2025, Globe Life filed an updated notice with the SEC, revealing that the breach had impacted an additional 850,000 individuals after discovering that hackers had accessed databases maintained by independent insurance agency owners. The company has begun sending out data breach notification letters to inform affected individuals.

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 Globe Life data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Globe Life
   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.

Globe Life Overview

Globe Life, Inc. operates in the insurance sector, providing life and supplemental health insurance products across the United States. Based in McKinney, Texas, the company offers various insurance solutions including term life, whole life, accidental death, and health insurance policies. Their distribution model encompasses direct-to-consumer channels, independent agents, and several affiliated brands including American Income Life, Liberty National, and Family Heritage. With approximately 3,600 employees, Globe Life maintains a substantial presence in the insurance market, generating annual revenue of approximately $5.5 billion through their diversified insurance product portfolio.

Globe Life Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Globe Life 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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