New York Shipping Association Data Breach Class Action Investigation

A ransomware group claimed an attack on Shipping Association of New York and New Jersey after files holding benefit plan records, including Social Security numbers and medical information, were taken. If you received a data breach notification letter from Shipping Association of New York and New Jersey, our data breach lawyers want to hear from you.

What Happened?

According to a notice filed with the New Hampshire AG Office, files were taken from systems at Shipping Association of New York and New Jersey that held benefit plan data. The breach occurred on May 27, 2026. Information exposed in the breach reportedly included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, and medical information. Affected individuals were notified by mail beginning October 2, 2026. The organization was listed on a dark web leak site by the Qilin ransomware group on June 8, 2026.

If you are a current or former port worker, retiree, or benefit plan participant connected to Shipping Association of New York and New Jersey, you may be entitled to compensation. Fill out the form below to see if you qualify.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected

1. Monitor your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
2. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with all three major credit bureaus
3. Be alert to phishing emails or calls referencing the breach
4. Change passwords on any affected accounts and enable two-factor authentication
5. Keep a copy of your data breach notification letter for your records