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Progressive Auto Group 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 Progressive Auto Group 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 Progressive Auto Group
Progressive Auto Group is a family-owned automobile dealership group based in Massillon, Ohio. The company was founded in 1937 and, over the decades, has grown to include several dealerships in the Massillon area, offering both new and pre-owned vehicles.
What Happened?
Progressive Auto Group experienced a data breach after unauthorized access to its network. The incident was first detected on June 20, 2025, and it was determined that files containing sensitive personal information were accessed and downloaded.
The Nitrogen ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack and posted about it on the dark web on July 15, 2025, stating they obtained personal data of clients, driver's documents, and vehicle documents.
On Jan. 9, 2026, Progressive Auto Group confirmed that files containing personal information had been compromised. The breach was disclosed to the New Hampshire Attorney General's Office on Jan. 27, 2026.
Information Exposed:
- Social Security numbers
- Debit/payment card numbers
- Driver’s licenses/state identification numbers
- Financial account numbers
- Names
- Passport numbers
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Progressive Auto Group, it means your information may have been compromised in the breach. Under state and federal law, individuals whose sensitive data is exposed in a data breach have rights and options to protect themselves.
Here are the steps affected individuals should consider taking:
- Review account statements and credit reports for any unauthorized activity
- Take advantage of the complimentary one-year credit monitoring and identity protection services offered by Progressive Auto Group
- Consider placing a fraud alert or a security freeze on credit files with the major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian and TransUnion)
- Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission
- Stay vigilant for any suspicious activity over the next 12 to 24 months
Lawyers are ready to help individuals understand their rights and determine if additional legal action is appropriate, including seeking compensation for damages related to the breach.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Progressive Auto Group data breach, you may be eligible for compensation.
Data breach laws provide protections and potential remedies for individuals whose sensitive information has been compromised. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected consumers and can help guide you through the process.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the below form.
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