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Diversified Benefit Services 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 Diversified Benefit Services Insurance Marketing, 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 Diversified Benefit Services Insurance Marketing
Diversified Benefit Services Insurance Marketing (DBS), originally called Professional Resources Organization Insurance Marketing, has been operating since 1979. In 1993, DBS and the retail division of Byron H. Johnson III Insurance Services merged to better serve their clients in the particular areas of expertise maintained by the principals.
DBS specializes in total compensation and benefit planning for employees and executives, business continuity and financial and estate planning.
What Happened?
On or around Aug. 7, 2025, DBS discovered suspicious activity within their email environment. They secured their systems and launched an investigation with outside cybersecurity experts. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor gained access to the company’s email system and potentially downloaded certain emails and files.
After a comprehensive review, it was determined that personal information belonging to consumers may have been impacted. The total number of individuals impacted has not been released; however, notification letters were sent to affected individuals.
The breach was reported to the California Attorney General's office on Jan. 21, 2026.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Treatment information
- Health insurance information
- Health insurance policy numbers
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from DBS, it means your personal information may have been involved in this breach. Even if you have not yet noticed any misuse of your information, it is important to take steps to protect yourself.
The company is offering affected individuals free credit monitoring and identity protection services for 12 months through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. The deadline to enroll in these services is 90 days from the date of the notification letter.
There are additional steps you can take:
- Review account statements and credit reports closely for any suspicious activity
- Place a fraud alert on your credit file with any of the three major credit reporting agencies
- Consider placing a security freeze on your credit file to prevent new credit from being opened in your name
- Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
You have rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, including the right to dispute incomplete or inaccurate information on your credit report.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the Diversified Benefit Services Insurance Marketing, Inc. data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected consumers understand their rights and explore legal options. To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form.
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