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Insurance Agency Marketing Services Data Breach Class Action Investigation

Written by Console & Associates P.C. | Sep 21, 2024 1:00:00 PM

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Insurance Agency Marketing Services data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident which may have exposed sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent filing with the Texas Attorney General indicates that Insurance Agency Marketing Services (IAMS) experienced a data breach when an unauthorized party remotely accessed its computer network.

The breach, confirmed during an investigation that concluded on July 12, 2024, exposed sensitive consumer data. This data includes:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers
  • Driver’s license numbers
  • Financial information
  • Medical information
  • Health insurance information
  • Dates of birth

On September 19, 2024, IAMS sent out data breach notification letters to individuals affected by the breach, providing details on the compromised information.

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 Insurance Agency Marketing Services 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.

 

Insurance Agency Marketing Services Overview

 Founded in 1986, Insurance Agency Marketing Services (IAMS) is an independent insurance brokerage agency headquartered in Elkhorn, Nebraska. The Insurance Agency Marketing Services provides a range of services, including marketing and back-office management support to insurance companies. IAMS employs more than 44 people and generates approximately $16 million in annual revenue.

 

Insurance Agency Marketing Services Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

 How do you know that you were affected by the Insurance Agency Marketing Services 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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