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Pena Briones McDaniel & Co Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Pena Briones McDaniel & Co. 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 Pena Briones McDaniel & Co.
Pena Briones McDaniel & Co. is a full-service accounting firm based in El Paso, Texas. The company has been providing accounting, tax, assurance and consulting services to individuals and businesses primarily in Texas and New Mexico dating back to 1958.
The firm employs Certified Public Accountants, support staff and IT specialists. Pena Briones McDaniel & Co. maintains its professional licensing through the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.
What happened?
In April 2025, Pena Briones McDaniel & Co. experienced a ransomware attack. The Akira ransomware group posted about the breach on the dark web on April 15, 2025, stating they had obtained 34 GB of sensitive company and client data.
The firm began notifying affected individuals by mail on Aug. 8, 2025. According to reports the cybersecurity incident impacted at least 4,180 Texas in residents and one in Massachusetts. The total number of affected individuals has not been released.
Exposed Information
- Name of individual
- Social Security number
- Contact numbers
- Email addresses and emails
- Driver’s license or state ID number
- Passport scans
- Marriage licenses
- Corporate licenses
- Contract numbers and contracts
- Financial data, including payment information
The data breach was disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office on Aug. 18, 2025 and the Texas Attorney General on Aug. 19, 2025. The incident was also reported to the Maine Attorney General on Sept. 16, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach letter from Pena Briones McDaniel & Co., 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: Enroll in the 24 months of free IDX credit monitoring services, offered by the firm.
- 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 information was compromised in the Pena Briones McDaniel & Co. data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. This could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals pursue potential claims. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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