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West Florida Bank 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 West Florida Banking Corporation 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 West Florida Banking Corporation
West Florida Banking Corporation is a bank holding company based in Clearwater, Florida. Established in 2019 by a group of local bankers and business leaders, the company was formed to acquire and operate Flagship Community Bank, which it rebranded as Flagship Bank.
The bank primarily serves the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area, focusing on commercial lending and community banking services.
Flagship Bank operates seven branches, employs about 80 people and has steadily expanded its footprint throughout the region.
What Happened?
On May 7, 2025, West Florida Banking Corporation (Flagship Bank) discovered suspicious activity within its network. An investigation revealed that unauthorized access had occurred on April 15, 2025, as a result of a social engineering scheme. The company quickly secured its systems, notified federal law enforcement and began reviewing the affected data.
The breach was reported to state regulators on Feb. 13, 2026. Written notices were sent to affected individuals, including two Maine residents, three New Hampshire residents and six Rhode Island residents. In total, 3,996 people in the United States were impacted by this incident.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Financial account information
The company is offering twelve months of complimentary credit monitoring through TransUnion to those affected.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the West Florida Banking Corporation data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for damages, lost time or expenses related to protecting your identity. Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of affected individuals and can help determine if you qualify for financial recovery.
To find out if you are eligible to join a lawsuit and seek compensation, complete the below form. Lawyers are ready to help you protect your rights.
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