As more and more of the world shifts online during the COVID-19 pandemic, data security has become a chief concern. Any time you supply personal and/or financial information online, whether to pay bills, to make purchases, or to utilize online medical services, you are entrusting these companies to safeguard your identity. Bad actors are constantly looking to take advantage of your important data.
The burdens of falling victim to a data breach can be wide-reaching, from lost money to difficulty applying to receive unemployment benefits and other COVID-related relief to adverse effects on your credit score to theft of tax refunds. These burdens can also take months if not years to manifest. It can often feel overwhelming, not even knowing where to begin to look for help.
This is where the attorneys of Anderson + Wanca can help.
If you believe you may have been a victim of a data breach, let our experienced attorneys evaluate your situation and possible legal claims. Even if you have been notified by the affected company directly, you may still have legal options for their failure to safeguard your data.
These options can include the financial reimbursement that is necessary to get your life back on track. You can reach us via our secure submission form at investigation@andersonwanca.com to set up a consultation. Just provide us with your name, email address, and a brief description of what happened. Consultations are always free and we look forward to hearing from you.
Remember: getting notified of a data breach is often only the first step.
Other important things to do after contacting Anderson + Wanca:
- Change your passwords: This prevents repeated access to your data and is especially important if you use the same password for multiple accounts. Consider using a password manager or setting up two-factor authentication for added security.
- Monitor your bank statements and credit score for unusual activity: Do not rely on your financial institutions to catch fraudulent charges.
- Alert your bank if you believe your financial data has been compromised: It is easier to proactively prevent losses than to attempt to recoup them after the fact.