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Trocaire College 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 Trocaire College 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 Trocaire College
Trocaire College is a private, Roman Catholic institution located in Buffalo, New York founded in 1958. The college changed its name to Trocaire in 1967.
With approximately 1,300 students across its Buffalo and Lancaster locations, the college offers certificate, associate, and bachelor’s degree programs.
What Happened?
On March 13, 2025, Trocaire College discovered unusual activity in its digital environment. The college secured its systems and launched an investigation with the help of independent cybersecurity experts.
The investigation revealed that certain files may have been accessed or acquired without authorization between March 12 and March 13, 2025. After a detailed review, Trocaire College determined on Dec. 4, 2025, that personal information belonging to thousands of individuals was potentially affected.
The breach has been disclosed to the attorneys general offices of Maine and Vermont, as well as the Massachusetts OFCABR.
The breach impacted a reported 23,436 people in the United States, with 51 residents of Massachusetts and at least seven residents of Maine. On Jan. 16, 2026, the college began notifying affected individuals by mail.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license or state identification numbers
- Passport numbers
- Financial Account
Your Rights and Next Steps
Trocaire College has offered affected individuals 12 months of complimentary identity protection services through IDX, including credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1 million insurance reimbursement policy, and fully managed identity theft recovery services.
The college has also provided guidance on placing fraud alerts and security freezes on credit files, as well as instructions on obtaining free credit reports.
It is important to:
- Review account statements and credit reports for suspicious activity
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files if needed
- Take advantage of the free credit monitoring services offered by Trocaire College
- Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, the Federal Trade Commission, or your state attorney general
Lawyers are ready to help individuals understand their rights and pursue compensation if their information was compromised.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you received a notification from Trocaire College regarding this data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for any harm or risk resulting from the exposure of your personal information. Lawyers are actively investigating claims on behalf of those affected.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step in protecting your rights, complete the below form to join a lawsuit.
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