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PDCM Insurance 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 PDCM Insurance 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 PDCM Insurance
PDCM Insurance is an independent insurance agency dating back to 1916. The company was formed through the merger of Vaughan, Pedersen & McCausland Insurance Inc. and Brown and Dieckman Insurance Agency, both well-established agencies in Iowa.
PDCM Insurance services include business and personal insurance, as well as specialized offerings like cyber liability, wellness programs, and workplace safety initiatives.
What happened?
PDCM experienced a major data breach caused by a ransomware attack, compromising both personally identifiable information (PII) and potentially protected health information (PHI). The cybercriminal group LOCKBIT 3.0 posted details of the hack on the Tor network on the dark web, threatening to release all sensitive data if a ransom was not paid.
PDCM disclosed the data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on June 27, 2025. The total number of affected individuals has not been released, but could include thousands of policyholders and insured consumers.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Date of birth
- Address and contact information
- Social Security number
- Driver's license
- Health insurance information
- Medical information
- Other insurance policy information
- Payment information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you have received a notification from PDCM Insurance or believe your information may have been involved in this breach, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring services: Sign up for free credit monitoring services, if offered.
- 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 legal options, gather evidence and pursue compensation if you suffered harm as a result of this data breach.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the PDCM Insurance data breach, you may be eligible for financial compensation, which could include time spent dealing with the breach, out-of-pocket expenses, or emotional distress. Lawyers are investigating this incident and are prepared to advocate for your rights.
To find out if you qualify, complete the form below.
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