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Title Guaranty Company 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 Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County 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 Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County
Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County is a locally owned title and escrow company based in Chehalis, Washington. Since its founding in 1958, the company has provided title agent services, escrow handling, real estate loans and settlement services for home buyers and sellers throughout Lewis County and across the state.
The company operates from its office at 200 NW Pacific Ave., Chehalis, WA 98532, and employs approximately a dozen staff members.
What Happened?
On Dec. 26, 2025, Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County discovered that an unauthorized party had gained access to a limited number of its internal systems. The investigation determined that the breach occurred between Dec. 24 and Dec. 26, 2025.
As soon as the issue was identified, the company took steps to secure its systems and launched a thorough investigation with the help of outside vendors and IT consultants. The FBI was also notified.
On Jan. 18, 2026, the ransomware group Sinobi claimed responsibility for the attack, stating on a dark web posting that they had obtained 50 GB of sensitive data, including financial information, customer records and contracts, and threatened to publish the data within seven days.
Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County sent notices to affected individuals on Jan. 26, 2026. The company confirmed that the following types of information may have been exposed:
Information Exposed:
- Full names
- Social Security numbers (or EIN numbers)
- Driver's license
The total number of people affected has not been specified.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice from Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County or believe your information may have been involved, it is important to take action. Here are some steps recommended by the company and cybersecurity experts:
- Enroll in credit monitoring services to detect suspicious activity early
- Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file with the major credit bureaus (Experian, TransUnion and Equifax)
- Monitor your bank accounts and credit reports for any unauthorized transactions or new accounts
- Request a free annual credit report from each of the major nationwide credit bureaus
- If you notice any suspicious activity, report it immediately to your financial institution and the credit bureaus
It is also wise to keep all documentation related to the breach, including the notice letter and any correspondence with Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County, as this may be helpful if you need to demonstrate harm or damages later.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the Title Guaranty Company of Lewis County data breach, you may have legal rights and could be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this incident seek damages for out-of-pocket losses, time spent dealing with the breach and potential future risks.
To find out if you qualify and to join the investigation, complete the below form. Taking action now can help protect your rights and hold companies accountable for failing to safeguard sensitive information.
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