Erving Industries Inc. recently informed individuals affected by a data security incident that took place on July 12, 2024. The company takes the protection of personal information seriously and, as a precautionary measure, is offering impacted individuals access to single bureau credit monitoring services for a period of 24 months. In addition to providing these services, Erving Industries is also sharing information about additional steps individuals can take to safeguard against identity theft and fraud, should they deem it necessary.
Under Massachusetts law, those affected by the incident have specific rights, including the right to obtain a copy of any police report filed in connection with the incident. Individuals also have the right to file a police report themselves if they feel their personal information was compromised. Furthermore, Massachusetts residents can place a security freeze on their credit reports at no charge, which would prevent credit reporting agencies from releasing information from their credit reports without written authorization.
It is important to note that placing a security freeze could interfere with the timely approval of any requests for new loans, mortgages, housing, or other services, as it may delay or block access to credit reports. Under federal law, individuals cannot be charged for placing, lifting, or removing a security freeze. For those who wish to proceed with this step, the company provides detailed guidance on how to place a security freeze with the three major consumer reporting agencies: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
To request a security freeze, individuals will need to provide certain information, such as their full name, Social Security number, date of birth, current address, and a government-issued identification card. The process can be done online, by phone, or through mail, and individuals are advised to follow the specific instructions outlined by the credit reporting agencies. More information on the security freeze process and additional identity theft protection steps is available in the accompanying materials provided by Erving Industries.
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