Multistate Tax Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Multistate Tax data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Multistate Tax, which exposed sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Massachusetts Attorney General's office states that the Multistate Tax data breach occurred due to a cybersecurity incident that allowed unauthorized access to their network systems. The company discovered the breach and subsequently secured their systems, though they have not released detailed information about the nature of the attack. An investigation was launched that confirmed that the compromised data includes:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Financial account information
• Driver's license numbers

Data breach letters were sent out by Multistate Tax on January 15, 2025, 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
   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 Multistate Tax data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Multistate Tax
   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.

Multistate Tax Overview

Multistate Tax, Inc. operates as a tax consulting firm headquartered in Newark, Delaware. The firm focuses on tax compliance and advisory services for businesses operating in multiple state jurisdictions. Their service scope encompasses income and franchise tax, sales and use tax, property tax, and tax credits and incentives. With approximately 25 employees, Multistate Tax generates annual revenue of $5 million. Their operations center on assisting businesses with state and local tax regulations across various jurisdictions.

Multistate Tax Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Multistate Tax 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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