Indiana Data Breach Attorneys Investigate Recent Information Leak
C.A.S.E. Construction Inc., a family-owned business based in Edinburgh, Indiana, recently suffered a data breach that exposed sensitive information. CohenMalad, LLP class action attorneys are investigating the breach, which was discovered on November 4, 2024. It appears linked to the ransomware group Ransomhub. With a reported leak size of 17GB, the breach has affected at least 191 Indiana residents.
What Happened?
C.A.S.E. Construction, also known as Robert’s Asphalt, specializes in concrete, asphalt, sealcoating, and excavation services across Central and Southern Indiana. The company fell victim to a cyberattack where Ransomhub, a known threat actor, allegedly accessed and leaked sensitive data. However, the exact details of the compromised information have not been publicly disclosed.
What Information May Be at Risk?
Although specifics regarding the leaked data remain unclear, similar breaches involving ransomware groups typically expose the following types of information:
- Customer contact details (names, addresses, phone numbers, and emails)
- Payment information, including invoices and financial transactions
- Employee records, such as payroll details and Social Security numbers
- Confidential business documents
Given the legal requirement for companies to notify individuals of data breaches, affected parties should have received or will soon receive official communication from C.A.S.E. Construction regarding the extent of their exposure.
What Should Affected Individuals Do?
If you have been notified that your data may have been compromised, consider taking the following steps to protect yourself:
- Monitor Financial Accounts – Keep a close watch on your bank and credit card statements for any suspicious activity.
- Check Credit Reports – Obtain a free credit report from the major credit bureaus and look for unauthorized inquiries or accounts.
- Enable Fraud Alerts or Credit Freezes – Placing a fraud alert or a credit freeze can prevent unauthorized access to your credit file.
- Beware of Phishing Scams – Cybercriminals may attempt to exploit stolen data through fraudulent emails or phone calls. Avoid clicking on suspicious links or providing personal information to unknown sources.
- Update Passwords and Security Settings – If you had an online account with C.A.S.E. Construction, consider changing your passwords and enabling multi-factor authentication where possible.
Legal Options for Affected Individuals
Under data privacy laws, businesses have a duty to protect customer and employee information. If negligence played a role in this breach, affected individuals may have legal options to seek compensation for any harm suffered.
CohenMalad, LLP has extensive experience in handling data breach litigation and advocating for consumer rights. If you were impacted by the C.A.S.E. Construction data breach and wish to explore your legal rights, contact CohenMalad, LLP Indiana lawyers today.
