AT&T finds itself embroiled in a legal battle as it grapples with the fallout from a significant data breach affecting millions of customers. Following the telecom giant’s acknowledgment of the breach, numerous class-action lawsuits have been filed, with one notable case being represented by Morgan & Morgan on behalf of plaintiff Patricia Dean and similarly affected individuals.
The lawsuits allege that AT&T failed to adequately safeguard customers’ personal data, resulting in a cyberattack that exposed sensitive information, including names, addresses, phone numbers, dates of birth, Social Security Numbers, and email addresses, for a staggering 73 million individuals. The breach, which dates back to 2019 or earlier, has raised concerns about identity theft and fraud among affected customers.
Despite initial denials and disputes regarding the origin of the leaked data, AT&T eventually confirmed the breach on March 30, 2024. The exposed data not only included personal information but also AT&T passcodes for 7.6 million customers, potentially facilitating unauthorized access to accounts.
The lawsuits accuse AT&T of negligence, breach of contract, and unjust enrichment, seeking compensatory damages, restitution, improvements to data security protocols, and more. Morgan & Morgan, representing the plaintiffs, vows to hold AT&T accountable for its alleged negligence and secure justice for the millions impacted by the breach.
