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Daniel H. Cook Associates 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 Daniel H Cook Associates 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 Daniel H Cook Associates
Daniel H Cook Associates is a third-party administrator that has operated for more than 40 years, specializing in employee benefits claims processing and administration.
The company is based in New York City and serves over 75 organizations, managing benefits for approximately 100,000 individual members.
What Happened?
On Oct. 17, 2025, Daniel H Cook Associates Inc. experienced a network disruption that led to a data security incident. The company began an investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts. By Jan. 12, 2026, it was determined that certain files containing personal information may have been accessed or acquired by unauthorized parties.
The company notified affected individuals by written notice on Jan. 16, 2026. The breach was disclosed on Jan. 17, 2026, to the Maine Attorney General and to the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. Later on, the breach was also disclosed to the New Hampshire Attorney General and the Vermont Attorney General.
According to the disclosure filed with the Maine Attorney General, a total of 36,663 people in the United States were affected, including two residents of Maine. Additionally, 100 residents of Massachusetts and 15 residents of New Hampshire were affected.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Daniel H Cook Associates Inc. about this data breach, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Monitor your credit reports and account statements closely for any signs of suspicious activity or fraud
- Take advantage of the complimentary identity protection services offered by the company, which include credit monitoring, dark web monitoring, identity restoration and a $1 million identity theft insurance policy
- Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file to help prevent new accounts from being opened in your name
- Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general and the Federal Trade Commission
It is important to remain vigilant, as identity theft can sometimes occur months or even years after a breach. Even if you have not noticed any suspicious activity yet, continue to monitor your accounts regularly.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
Lawyers are ready to help individuals who have been affected by the Daniel H Cook Associates Inc. data breach. If your personal information was exposed, you may be eligible for compensation as part of a class action lawsuit.
Completing the below form is the first step to finding out if you qualify and to joining others seeking justice and financial recovery for the risks and harm caused by this incident.
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