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Fitzgerald Auto Malls 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 JJF Management d/b/a Fitzgerald Auto Malls 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 Fitzgerald Auto Malls
Fitzgerald Auto Malls was founded in 1966 in Bethesda, Maryland, and has grown to operate 25 locations across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Fitzgerald Auto Malls employs approximately 1,700–1,800 people and is headquartered at 11411 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD.
Fitzgerald Auto Malls is notable for being 100% employee-owned as of February 2023, making it the largest U.S. dealership group with this structure.
What Happened?
In February 2024, Fitzgerald Auto Malls detected unauthorized access to its network. The company discovered the breach on March 28, 2025, after a thorough investigation assisted by cybersecurity professionals. Impacted individuals were notified starting April 25, 2025, by email and through a special website notice.
Information Exposed:
- Name
- Address
- Social Security Number
- Driver’s License number
- Government-issued ID number (such as passport or state ID card)
- Date of birth
- Financial account information
- Limited medical information
The breach affected at least 531 people in Texas, 129 in Maine, 245 in Massachusetts, and 50 in New Hampshire.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Fitzgerald Auto Malls or believe you may have been affected, there are several important steps you can take:
- Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring services offered by the company. These services help you track changes to your credit file and alert you to suspicious activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit reports. This step notifies creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts.
- Place a security freeze on your credit file with the major credit bureaus. This prevents new credit from being opened in your name without your authorization.
- Stay vigilant by monitoring your bank accounts, credit card statements, and other financial records for signs of fraud or identity theft.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and what compensation you might be entitled to as a result of this breach.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Fitzgerald Auto Malls data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals.
Completing the below form is the first step to find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit and seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience you have experienced.
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