Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants, which may have affected individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Montana Attorney General's website states that the Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident that disrupted the company's network operations.

The investigation revealed that an unauthorized party gained access to portions of Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants' IT infrastructure on August 31, 2024. The intrusion compromised files containing confidential consumer information that the company maintained as part of its retirement plan administration services for various businesses.

While the specific types of compromised data weren't detailed in the public filing, this type of breach typically involves personal and financial information necessary for retirement account management.

Data breach letters were sent out by Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants on February 28, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data. These personalized notifications should contain details about exactly what personal information was exposed in each case.

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 Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants
   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.

Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants Overview

Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants (NWRPC) operates as a financial services provider specializing in retirement plan administration and consulting services for businesses and organizations. Based in Renton, Washington, the firm manages approximately $8 million in annual revenue with a workforce of around 25 employees.

The company offers a range of retirement plan solutions including 401(k) plans, pension plans, and related compliance services. Their business model involves collecting and maintaining sensitive consumer information from employees of their client companies, which explains why individuals who may not have direct business relationships with NWRPC could still be impacted by this data breach.

Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants’ services include regulatory compliance management, fiduciary guidance, and retirement plan design. The company primarily serves small to medium-sized businesses seeking to establish and maintain employee retirement benefit programs. Their operations encompass plan documentation, administration services, and ensuring clients meet various regulatory requirements related to retirement benefits.

Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants 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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