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Copeland Auto Group 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 Copeland Chevrolet 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 Copeland Auto Group
Copeland Auto Group has been active in the automotive industry for over 50 years, serving the New England area. The company operates multiple Toyota, Chevrolet and Subaru automotive dealerships in Brockton, Hudson and Hyannis, Massachusetts.
The dealerships offer a wide range of services, including the sale of new and pre-owned vehicles, maintenance, and repair.
What happened?
On Aug. 4, 2025, Copeland Auto Group discovered suspicious activity within an employee email account. An investigation revealed that a single employee email account was compromised for a limited time, and personal information belonging to thousands of individuals present in emails or attachments may have been accessed by an unauthorized actor.
The company began notifying consumers in writing on Oct. 16, 2025. The company has disclosed that the data breach affected Copeland Chevrolet in Brockton, but other dealerships may have been compromised as well.
Information exposed
- Name
- Social Security number
- Driver's license number
- State ID number
- Passport number
- Payment card information
- Financial account information
- Health information
The data breach was disclosed to multiple state authorities, including the Maine Attorney General, the Massachusetts Attorney General and the New Hampshire Attorney General. At least 2,731 Massachusetts residents were affected by the cybersecurity incident.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Copeland Auto Group or a Copeland dealership about this data breach, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring and identity protection services: Enroll in the 12 free months of Kroll credit monitoring and identity protection services, offered by the company.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this breach understand their legal options. If your information was compromised, you may be able to pursue compensation for damages related to the exposure of your personal data.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were notified that your information was involved in the Copeland Auto Group and dealership data breach, you may be entitled to compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected current and former employees and customers.
Complete the form below to join a lawsuit investigation and pursue damages.
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