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Pollard & Associates 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 Pollard & Associates 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 Pollard & Associates
Pollard & Associates is a retirement plan consulting firm based in Maryland. Founded in 1970, this company specializes in retirement plan design, administration, compliance and actuarial services. The firm's clients range from solo practitioners to large organizations.
Pollard & Associates works with plan sponsors, financial advisors and CPAs to help organizations of all sizes establish and maintain retirement plans. The company serves over 1,100 retirement plans, managing approximately $2 billion in assets.
What happened?
On or around May 15, 2025, Pollard & Associates experienced suspicious activity on its network. An investigation revealed that certain files were copied without authorization on or around April 8, 2025. By July 15, 2025, the review was complete and it was determined that personally identifiable information (PII) of 17,907 individuals was compromised.
The firm began notifying impacted individuals by mail on Sept. 16, 2025.
Information Exposed
- Name
- Social Security number
- Financial account information
The data breach was also disclosed to the Maine and Montana Attorney Generals' offices on Sept. 16, 2025 and the Vermont Attorney General's office on Sept. 17, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Pollard & Associates about this data 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: Enroll in the 12 months of free IDX credit monitoring services, provided 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.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals whose information was compromised understand their rights and potential legal options.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Pollard & Associates data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation. In many cases, victims of data breaches may be entitled to compensation for damages or losses related to the exposure of their personal information..
Lawyers are investigating potential class action claims. To find out if you qualify, complete the form below to join a lawsuit.
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