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NCCER 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 National Center for Construction Education and Research Ltd. 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 National Center for Construction Education and Research
National Center for Construction Education and Research Ltd. (NCCER) is a nonprofit organization based in Alachua, Florida. Founded in 1996, NCCER provides standardized training and credentialing for various trades in the construction industry.
The organization maintains a national registry that records training completions and credentials for individuals in the construction field. Their programs are widely used by high school career and technical education programs, community colleges and industry training centers across the United States.
What Happened?
On March 21, 2025, NCCER discovered unauthorized activity on its network.
The organization took its systems offline and began an investigation with the help of cybersecurity experts. It was determined that a cybercriminal group called Quilin was responsible for the incident, which involved files being exfiltrated from NCCER’s network.
A thorough review of the affected data was completed by April 12, 2026.
Information Exposed:
- First and last names
- Social Security numbers
NCCER notified affected individuals on a rolling basis, with written notices sent to Maine residents on May 1, 2026, May 15, 2026, and May 21, 2026.
In total, 15,193 people in the United States were affected, including 25 residents in Maine.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the NCCER data breach, you may be eligible to join a lawsuit and pursue compensation for any harm or risk you have experienced. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of those affected and can help guide you through the process.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step, complete the below form to join the lawsuit investigation.
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