The Goodwin Firm recently informed the Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts about a data breach involving sensitive personal information. The firm detected unusual activity within its network on March 1, 2024, prompting an immediate investigation. The investigation revealed that unauthorized access had occurred, leading the firm to review and identify the affected data.
On July 15, 2024, The Goodwin Firm completed its review, confirming that personal information, including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license details, and financial account information, may have been compromised. As a precautionary measure, the firm has begun notifying affected individuals via data breach notification letters.
The notification letters include details on the specific types of sensitive information impacted and offer complimentary credit monitoring services to those affected. The Goodwin Firm is taking steps to enhance its security measures to prevent future incidents.
Headquartered in Christiana, Delaware, The Goodwin Firm provides a wide range of accounting and financial services. The firm’s response to this breach reflects its commitment to addressing data security issues and supporting affected individuals through this incident.
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