Brinson Askew Berry Data Breach: SSNs Exposed
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By Join The Case · Published December 5, 2025 · Updated December 5, 2025 · 6 min read
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Brinson Askew Berry Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

On December 4, 2025, Brinson Askew Berry notified regulators of a cybersecurity incident that compromised certain personal data. If you received a breach letter from the firm, you may be entitled to free identity-protection services and potential compensation. Contact us for a no-cost case review today.

Key Takeaways

  • Breach window: June 4 – June 6, 2024
  • Notice date: December 4, 2025
  • Individuals affected: 3 residents (reported in Massachusetts)
  • Data exposed: Names and Social Security numbers
  • Free services offered: 18-month CyEx Financial Shield credit monitoring and fraud assistance

Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

What Happened?

Brinson Askew Berry, LLP (“Brinson Askew Berry”) detected unauthorized activity in its network between June 4 and June 6, 2024. The firm’s investigation—assisted by a national cybersecurity company—confirmed that limited files containing personal information were accessible during this period. Law enforcement was notified, and the firm says it is enhancing security controls to prevent similar incidents.

What Information Was Involved?

According to the notice filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General, the following data elements may have been exposed:

  • Name
  • Social Security number

The firm states it has no evidence that the information has been misused.

Response Efforts & Free Identity Protection

Brinson Askew Berry is providing affected individuals with complimentary CyEx Financial Shield services, which include:

  • Credit monitoring with real-time alerts for 18 months
  • Access to a CyEx credit report and credit score
  • Proactive fraud assistance and remediation support

Recipients must enroll within 90 days of the letter by visiting the dedicated portal (app.financialshield.com/enrollment/activate/brinson) and entering their unique activation code.

Timeline of Events

  • June 4, 2024: Unauthorized access begins
  • June 6, 2024: Unauthorized access ends
  • After June 2024: Cybersecurity firm engaged; law enforcement informed
  • December 4, 2025: Breach reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General and notification letters mailed

What Impacted Individuals Should Do Next

Even with monitoring in place, remain vigilant:

  • Enroll in the free CyEx Financial Shield service before the 90-day deadline.
  • Review bank, credit-card and insurance statements for unauthorized activity.
  • Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit file.
  • Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement and the FTC (IdentityTheft.gov).

Company Overview

Full legal name: Brinson Askew Berry, LLP (Brinson Askew Berry)

Frequently Asked Questions

I received a data breach letter from Brinson Askew Berry — what should I do?

Follow the enrollment instructions in the letter to activate your complimentary CyEx Financial Shield monitoring within 90 days, review your accounts, and consider additional safeguards such as fraud alerts.

How do I submit a claim related to the Brinson Askew Berry data breach?

Potential legal claims are being investigated. Complete our free case-evaluation form to learn about your rights and possible compensation.

What information did the Brinson Askew Berry breach expose?

The firm reports that names and Social Security numbers were involved.

Did Brinson Askew Berry offer credit monitoring, and for how long?

Yes. Affected individuals can enroll in CyEx Financial Shield for 18 months at no cost.

How many people were affected by the Brinson Askew Berry breach?

The firm reported 3 impacted individuals to the Massachusetts Attorney General.

How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Brinson Askew Berry?

You can download the full notice directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s website using the button above.

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