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Sentinel Security Life Insurance Co. and Atlantic Coast Life Insurance 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 SSL and ACL and their current and former affiliates 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 SSL & ACL ("The Companies")
Sentinel Security Life Insurance (SSL) is an insurance company that's been serving customers for decades. Sentinel Security Life was established in 1948, originally to help families fund funeral expenses and burial costs. Over the years, the company expanded its offerings to include a range of life insurance and annuity products, as well as hospital indemnity plans.
Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Company (ACL) is a Charleston, SC-based insurer founded in 1925, specializing in final expense/preneed life insurance and annuities.
What happened in the April 2025 data breach?
In April 2025, the companies discovered suspicious activity on their network. An investigation revealed that between April 7 and April 15, 2025, an unauthorized actor accessed certain computer systems belonging to the companies. Sensitive files stored on these systems were potentially accessed or acquired.
The companies completed their review of the affected files in December 2025. So far, the breach has affected at least 57,253 individuals in the United States.
Various state attorneys general have disclosed the number of residents affected:
- Texas: 4,919 residents affected
- Massachusetts: 198 residents affected
- Maine: 24 residents affected
- New Hampshire: 24 residents affected
What types of information were exposed?
The review of these files revealed that the following types of consumer information may have been exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Dates of birth
- Financial account information
- Health insurance information
- Individual taxpayer identification numbers
- Medical information
- Medical records
The company and its affiliates notified impacted consumers and regulatory authorities, including the Attorney Generals' offices in Massachusetts, California, Oregon and Maine on Dec. 30, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notification from SSL, ACL or affiliated companies, you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Identity theft protection services: Sign up for the free IDX identity theft protection services offered by Sentinel Security Life Insurance 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 compromised in the Sentinel Security Life and Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Companies data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.
Lawyers are ready to help you take the next steps. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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