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Shondeck Financial Services & 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 Shondeck Financial Services & 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 Shondeck Financial Services & Insurance
Shondeck Financial Services & Insurance is an independent insurance and financial advisory agency based in Colorado. The company has served Gunnison County and the Western Slope region since 1997. Shondeck provides access to more than 20 insurance carriers, offering a wide range of coverage options for both individuals and businesses.
The agency handles nearly all lines of insurance, including life, health, auto, home, renters, condo, landlord, agriculture, farm, and specialty policies such as jewelry and event insurance. Shondeck also offers business and commercial insurance services, including commercial auto, property and liability, worker’s compensation, and group medical benefits. In addition, the agency provides financial services like retirement strategies, estate conservation, and employee benefits.
What happened?
On April 3, 2025, Shondeck Financial Services & Insurance discovered unusual activity within one of its internal email accounts. An investigation found that one email account may have been compromised by an unauthorized actor. The total number of affected individuals has not been released, but may include several thousand customers.
A review took place, and by Sept. 8, 2025, Shondeck finalized the list of affected individuals and began notifying them by mail. The data breach was also disclosed to the Montana Attorney General's office on Sept. 24, 2025.
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license number
- Insurance policy details
- Medical information
- Specific claim information
- Payment information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Shondeck Financial Services & Insurance about this data breach, it is important to know your rights and take action to protect yourself. Even though the company has stated there is no evidence of misuse at this time, the exposure of personal information can still put individuals at risk for identity theft and fraud.
Here are some steps you can take:
- Identity monitoring services: Enroll in the free Kroll identity monitoring services, provided by the company.
- 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 exposed in the Shondeck Financial Services & Insurance data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help individuals understand their legal options and potential eligibility for a monetary claim.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the form below.
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