United Domestic Workers of America Data Breach Class Action

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent United Domestic Workers of America data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cyber security incident at United Domestic Workers of America, which may have affected individuals, potentially exposing sensitive personal identifiable information including names, Social Security numbers, and home addresses.

What Happened?

A recent report from the California Attorney General's office states that the United Domestic Workers of America data breach occurred due to a cyber security incident where unauthorized access to their IT network was detected on January 17, 2025.

Following discovery of the intrusion, United Domestic Workers of America took steps to secure their systems and launched a comprehensive investigation with assistance from external cybersecurity specialists. Their investigation determined that unauthorized parties had gained access to portions of their HR database containing sensitive member information.

The compromised data includes:

• Full legal names
• Social Security numbers
• Home addresses

Data breach notification letters were sent out by United Domestic Workers of America on March 27, 2025, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and the specific categories of personal information that may have been compromised in their individual 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 United Domestic Workers of America data breach
   1. Be wary of unexpected emails or messages claiming to be from United Domestic Workers of America
   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.

United Domestic Workers of America Overview

United Domestic Workers of America operates as AFSCME Local 3930, representing more than 200,000 home care and family child care providers throughout California. The organization's operations span 45 counties within the state, making it one of the larger labor unions focused specifically on domestic and care workers.

Headquartered in San Diego, the organization focuses on improving working conditions, wages, and benefits for care providers who often work in decentralized, individual home settings. This organizational structure presents unique challenges for data management and security, as the union maintains records for a large, geographically dispersed membership base.

United Domestic Workers of America maintains affiliations with the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) at the national level. The organization employs approximately 80 staff members and reports annual revenue of around $25 million. Their advocacy work extends beyond traditional labor issues to include broader social justice initiatives centered on income equality and racial justice campaigns.

United Domestic Workers of America Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the United Domestic Workers of America 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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