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IBEW Local 697 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 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 697 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 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 697
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 697 is a labor union that represents electricians and related trades in Lake and Newton counties, Indiana. Chartered in 1911, the organization is a union supporting workers in the region’s industrial and commercial sectors. The union manages and administers pension funds and maintains a credit union for members.
Local 697 operates a training facility, the INTAC (IBEW NECA Training Administration Center), located in Merrillville, Indiana. This LEED Gold certified center provides apprenticeship and continuing education programs for members, as well as housing the union hall, benefits office, credit union and administrative offices.
What happened?
On Aug. 1, 2025, Local 697 discovered unusual activity within its internal network. On Oct. 20, 2025, an investigation and review revealed that a threat actor accessed and may have obtained files containing sensitive data. The union began notifying affected individuals by mail on Nov. 3, 2025.
Exposed information
- First and last name
- Social Security number
The data breach was also disclosed to the New Hampshire Attorney General on Nov. 4, 2025. The total number of current and former union members affected by the data breach has not been released.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about this data breach or believe your information may have been involved, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself and assert your rights.
- Identity theft protection services: Enroll in the free IDX identity theft protection services offered by Local 697.
- Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
- Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
- Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your data was exposed in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 697 breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process, and pursue a claim.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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