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Abri Credit Union Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Abri Credit Union data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About Abri Credit Union
Abri Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative based in Romeoville, Illinois. Founded in 1949 as Argonne Credit Union, it has grown to serve more than 27,000 members and holds over $400 million in assets. The credit union operates several locations in the Chicago area and employs more than 100 people.
What Happened?
In May 2024, Abri Credit Union experienced a data breach involving unauthorized access to its network. The breach occurred between May 3 and May 4, 2024. Abri discovered the incident on Dec. 1, 2025, after conducting a forensic investigation with external cybersecurity professionals.
According to disclosures filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General, the breach exposed sensitive personal information belonging to at least 463 Massachusetts residents.
The types of information that may have been accessed or acquired include:
- Full name
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license number
- Credit or debit card numbers
- Financial account information
The breach notification letter sent to affected individuals outlines that the unauthorized actor accessed and/or acquired this personal information, putting those affected at risk for identity theft and financial fraud.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Abri Credit Union regarding this data breach, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services offered by Abri through Experian IdentityWorks. This service is free and does not impact your credit score.
- Place a fraud alert on your credit files by contacting any of the three major credit bureaus. A fraud alert notifies creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before issuing new credit.
- Consider placing a security freeze on your credit report. This prevents new credit from being opened in your name without your authorization.
- Remain vigilant by monitoring your financial account statements and credit reports regularly for signs of fraud or identity theft.
Lawyers are ready to help people who have been impacted by this breach understand their rights and potential legal options.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Abri Credit Union data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are actively investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals. By taking action, you can help hold companies accountable for failing to protect sensitive information.
To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit regarding this data breach, complete the below form.
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