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Complete Payroll Solutions 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 Complete Payroll Solutions 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 Complete Payroll Solutions
Complete Payroll Solutions, established in 2003, serves over 8,000 clients throughout the Northeast, offering payroll, HR, and benefits administration services.
The company operates as a privately-held, locally-owned business, combining payroll services, third-party administration, and insurance agency functions. Complete Payroll Solutions has grown to more than 175 employees and maintains six locations.
What was the Ransomware Attack?
In early 2024, Complete Payroll Solutions discovered that it had fallen victim to a ransomware attack by a group known as MEOW. The incident occurred on February 21 and March 10, 2024. The hackers claimed to have accessed approximately 3 GB of confidential data, including employee and client information, scanned payment documents, tax records, and more.
Sensitive consumer information exposed:
- Address
- Social Security Number Information
- Driver’s License Number
- Financial Information (such as account numbers, credit or debit card numbers)
- Health Insurance Information
The disclosed number of individuals affected varies by state:
- Texas: 1,961 people
- Massachusetts: 214 people
- Montana: 40 people
- New Hampshire: 21,963 people
Complete Payroll Solutions notified affected consumers via U.S. Mail and offered complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll. The company also reset system passwords, implemented additional security measures, and notified law enforcement.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification letter from Complete Payroll Solutions, your personal information may have been compromised. Here’s what you can do next:
- Take advantage of the complimentary identity monitoring services offered through Kroll. These services can help you detect suspicious activity and restore your identity if needed.
- Monitor your bank accounts, credit card statements, and credit reports for any unauthorized or unusual activity.
- Under U.S. law, you are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to help prevent new accounts from being opened in your name without your consent.
- Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and what compensation you may be entitled to as a result of this data breach.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the Complete Payroll Solutions data breach, you may have the right to compensation for the risks and inconvenience you have experienced. Lawyers are actively investigating claims on behalf of those affected.
To find out if you are eligible to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form.
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