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Branhaven Motors Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Branhaven Motors Inc. 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 Branhaven Motors Inc.
Branhaven Motors Inc., also known as Branhaven Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, is an automotive dealership based in Branford, Connecticut. The company has been serving the Connecticut shoreline and surrounding areas for over 40 years, offering new and used vehicles, as well as parts and service support.
What was the September 2024 Data Breach?
Branhaven Motors Inc. discovered on April 30, 2025, that it had experienced a data breach. The incident was the result of unauthorized access to the company’s network, which reportedly took place between September 9, 2024, and September 10, 2024. The ransomware group known as BLACK SUIT claimed responsibility for the attack and stated they had access to more than 50 GB of sensitive data, including user, business, employee, and financial information, and threatened to publish it on the dark web.
The company notified affected consumers by written notice on May 20, 2025. According to reports filed with state attorneys general, a total of 11,774 people in the United States were impacted, including residents of Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Information Exposed:
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
- Full name
- Financial account information
- Payment card numbers
- Health information
If you received a notice from Branhaven Motors Inc., your information may have been involved.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was exposed in this data breach, you have important rights and options to protect yourself. Here are some steps you can take:
- Monitor your credit reports and financial accounts. Regularly check for any suspicious or unauthorized activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file with one of the major credit bureaus. This makes it harder for identity thieves to open accounts in your name.
- Place a security freeze on your credit reports to prevent new credit from being issued in your name without your permission.
- Obtain your free annual credit reports from each of the three major credit bureaus.
- Report any suspicious activity to your local law enforcement and file a police report if you believe you are a victim of identity theft.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you received a notice that your information was involved in the Branhaven Motors Inc. data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue a claim if you qualify.
To find out if you are eligible to join a lawsuit related to this data breach, complete the below form. This is a no-cost, no-obligation way to protect your rights and seek compensation for any harm caused by the breach.
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