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MEMIC 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 The MEMIC Group 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 The MEMIC Group
The MEMIC Group is a well-known insurance company specializing in workers' compensation coverage. Founded in 1993 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, MEMIC is now licensed across the United States.
MEMIC primarily provides workers’ compensation insurance and is the provider for more than 20,000 employers and insures an estimated 300,000 employees. With over 500 employees, MEMIC operates offices throughout the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast regions.
What Happened?
In July 2024, MEMIC’s business partner, OneGroup NY Inc., discovered suspicious activity in its email environment. An investigation revealed that an employee’s email account was accessed without authorization between May 6, 2024, and May 21, 2024.
A review was conducted and concluded on February 4, 2025 and it was not possible to determine exactly which emails were accessed or viewed by the unauthorized party. Impacted individuals are being notified.
Possible Exposed Information:
- Name
- Information associated with MEMIC Indemnity issued workers' compensation accounts which would include
- Personally identifiable information (PII)
- Protected health information (PHI)
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about this data breach, you have important rights under state and federal law. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring and identity protection services: Sign up for the free 24 months of credit monitoring and identity protection services through TransUnion.
- 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.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the MEMIC data breach, compensation could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your options and pursue a claim.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the form below.
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