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Ernst & Young 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 Ernst & Young LLP 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 Ernst & Young
Ernst & Young LLP, also known as EY, is a leading professional services firm in the United States. It is part of the global EY network, which is one of the “Big Four” organizations in the industry.
EY provides a range of services including assurance, tax, consulting and strategy and transactions.
What Happened?
Between March 28, 2026, and April 12, 2026, Ernst & Young experienced a data breach involving a third-party information technology service management platform.
EY discovered abnormal activity on March 23, 2026, and determined that an unauthorized third party accessed and downloaded documents containing sensitive personal information.
The breach affected individuals connected to EY’s tax services, including those whose information was shared with EY by financial institutions.
The company notified affected individuals by U.S. mail and email. The number of people affected includes 873 in Texas, 480 in Massachusetts and 13 in Vermont.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Addresses
- Social Security numbers
- Dates of birth
- Driver’s license numbers
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Credit and debit account information
- Financial account codes
- Financial account information related to tax filings
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Ernst & Young LLP data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the exposure of your personal information. Lawyers are investigating potential claims on behalf of those impacted.
To find out if you qualify and to join the lawsuit, complete the below form.
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