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Culinary Services of America 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 Culinary Services of America 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 Culinary Services of America
Culinary Services of America is a staffing and recruiting company that has been serving the food service and hospitality industries since 1999. Based in Los Angeles, California, the company connects employers with experienced culinary professionals for both temporary and permanent positions.
The company operates throughout California, providing staff for events, restaurants, banquets, and convention centers with about 150 employees listed on LinkedIn.
What Happened?
On March 3, 2025, Culinary Services of America discovered a data breach after a phishing email led to unauthorized access to employee information. The company took immediate action by engaging outside specialists and legal counsel to investigate and secure their systems.
Information Exposed::
- First and last names
- Social Security numbers
The breach was reported to the California Attorney General on May 9, 2025, and to the Massachusetts Attorney General on May 8, 2025. According to the Massachusetts disclosure, at least three people in that state were affected. If you have worked with or for Culinary Services of America, your information may have been involved.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your information was exposed in this breach, you have important rights and options to help protect yourself from identity theft and fraud. Here’s what you can do:
- Monitor your credit reports and account statements for any suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions.
- Enroll in the free credit monitoring services offered by Culinary Services of America through CyberScout, a TransUnion company. This service provides alerts for 24 months when changes occur to your credit file.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit reports. A fraud alert notifies potential creditors to verify your identity before granting credit. A credit freeze restricts access to your credit report entirely.
- Contact the dedicated assistance line at 833-998-6180 if you have questions or need help enrolling in credit monitoring.
- File a police report if you experience identity theft or fraud, and report the incident to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and your state Attorney General.
Staying vigilant and taking these steps can help protect your financial security after a data breach.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Culinary Services of America data breach, you may have legal rights and could be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your options and pursue a claim for damages related to this incident.
To find out if you qualify, complete the below form to join a lawsuit and help protect your rights.
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