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Takeuchi 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 Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated 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 Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated
Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated is a well-known name in the construction equipment industry. Founded in 1979, the company has a significant presence in North America, with its U.S. headquarters located in Pendergrass, Georgia. Takeuchi manufactures compact excavators, track loaders, wheel loaders and crawler dumpers.
What Happened?
In September 2025, Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated experienced a significant data security incident. On or around Sept. 17, 2025, an unauthorized actor gained access to the company’s network. The breach was later discovered on Oct. 29, 2025.
According to reports, the PLAY ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack and announced plans to publish stolen data on the dark web. The exposed information included confidential client documents, payroll, accounting and tax records, IDs and financial information.
Takeuchi notified affected individuals and relevant authorities.
Possible Information Exposed
- Names
- Dates of Birth
- Addresses
- Phone numbers
- Identification documents
- Social Security and tax ID numbers
- Financial information
The breach affected at least one person in Massachusetts, as reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General's office. The incident was officially disclosed to the state in late-November 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated, it means your personal information may have been compromised. Even if there is no evidence of misuse yet, the exposure of Social Security numbers puts individuals at risk for identity theft and fraud.
Here are steps you can take to protect yourself:
- Enroll in the complimentary identity monitoring services offered through Kroll. These services include credit monitoring, fraud consultation and identity theft restoration.
- Place a fraud alert on your credit files by contacting any of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). This step notifies creditors to verify your identity before opening new accounts.
- Consider placing a security freeze on your credit report. This prevents new credit from being issued in your name without your authorization.
- Obtain and review your free annual credit reports from each major credit bureau at www.annualcreditreport.com.
- Stay vigilant by monitoring your financial account statements and credit reports for any suspicious activity.
- If you notice signs of identity theft, file a police report and contact the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/idtheft.
Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by the Takeuchi data breach understand their rights and pursue possible compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Takeuchi Manufacturing Incorporated data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for the potential harm and risks you face. Lawyers are actively investigating claims related to this breach and can help you understand your legal options.
To find out if you qualify to join a class action lawsuit or to seek compensation, complete the below form. It only takes a moment and could help protect your rights.
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