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Minnesota Lawyers Mutual 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 Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company 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 Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company
Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company, often referred to as MLM, is a mutual insurance provider founded in 1982. The company offers professional liability insurance and risk management services specifically for lawyers and legal professionals. MLM is owned and governed by its policyholders, who are primarily attorneys, and operates across the United States.
What Happened?
In March 2025, Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company discovered a significant data security incident. On or around March 23, the company detected a network disruption and immediately began investigating with the help of cybersecurity specialists. The investigation revealed that unauthorized access had occurred between Feb. 20, 2025, and March 23, 2025. During this time, data was downloaded from certain systems.
By March 28th, the ransomware group, HUNTERS INTERNATIONAL, posted on their dark web website claiming to have exfiltrated 383 gigabytes of data.
Information Exposed:
- Full name
- Address
- Social Security number
- Driver’s license number
- Taxpayer ID number
- Financial account information
- Payment card information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
MLM reported the breach to government regulators and began notifying affected individuals. In Massachusetts, 58 people were reported as impacted.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about this data breach or believe your information may have been compromised, there are important steps you can take. First, review the notification from Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company and consider enrolling in the complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services being offered.
You have the right to request a free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file is also an option, both of which are free. A fraud alert requires businesses to verify your identity before issuing credit, while a credit freeze restricts access to your credit report entirely.
If you notice suspicious activity or suspect identity theft, you can file a police report and contact the Federal Trade Commission for guidance. It is also a good idea to monitor your account statements and report any unauthorized charges to your financial institutions.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this breach understand their rights and pursue compensation if their information was compromised.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are actively investigating claims and can advise you on your legal options. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the below form.
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