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BT&Co. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
BT&Co. notified regulators and customers that an unauthorized party accessed its network, compromising sensitive personal data. Individuals who received a breach notice can review their legal rights and learn the next steps to safeguard their identities.
Free case review: If you were contacted about this incident, you may be entitled to compensation and complimentary identity-protection resources. Review the facts below and take action promptly.
What Happened?
BT&CO., P.A. (BT&Co.) discovered suspicious activity on its network on November 13, 2024. A forensic investigation confirmed that an unauthorized actor had access between November 6 and November 14, 2024 and copied certain files.
After a detailed file review, BT&Co. determined on August 22, 2025 that specific consumers’ personal information was involved. Written notices were mailed beginning October 6, 2025, and the incident was reported to the Maine Attorney General on November 12, 2025.
Information Exposed
- First and last name
- Social Security number
No evidence of identity theft has been reported to BT&Co. to date, but the exposed data is highly sensitive and can be misused for fraud.
Response Measures
According to the notice filed with the Maine Attorney General, BT&Co. has:
- Secured its systems immediately after discovery
- Engaged independent cyber-security specialists to investigate
- Established a dedicated call center staffed by trained representatives
- Offered 12 months of Single Bureau Credit Monitoring, credit reports, and credit scores through HaystackID at no cost to affected individuals
Important Dates
- Network intrusion: November 6 – 14, 2024
- Incident discovered: November 13, 2024
- Data review completed: August 22, 2025
- Consumer letters sent: October 6, 2025
- Regulator notified: November 12, 2025 (Maine)
Next Steps for Affected Consumers
BT&Co. advises all recipients to remain vigilant and:
- Enroll in the complimentary credit-monitoring service by the deadline stated in your letter
- Review credit reports and account statements for unfamiliar activity
- Promptly report any suspicious transactions to the relevant institution
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze with credit bureaus if necessary
Company Overview
- Website: btandcocpa.com
- Industry: Accounting
- Headquarters: 4301 SW Huntoon St, Topeka, Kansas, United States
- Year founded: 1913
- Employee count: 101–250
- Social links: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram
Frequently Asked Questions
- I received a data breach letter from BT&Co. — what should I do?
- Follow the enrollment instructions for the complimentary credit-monitoring service and monitor your financial accounts. Contact the dedicated call center listed in your letter with any questions.
- How do I submit a claim related to the BT&Co. data breach?
- Collect your breach notice, any evidence of out-of-pocket losses, and consult a data-breach attorney to discuss filing a claim for potential damages.
- Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against BT&Co.?
- You may qualify if your personal information was included in the impacted files. Eligibility typically requires receipt of an official BT&Co. notice letter.
- What information did the BT&Co. breach expose?
- The files contained affected individuals’ first and last names together with Social Security numbers.
- Did BT&Co. offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
- Yes. BT&Co. is offering 12 months of Single Bureau Credit Monitoring, credit reports, and credit scores through HaystackID at no cost.
- How many people were affected by the BT&Co. breach?
- BT&Co. has not publicly disclosed the total number of impacted individuals as of this publication.
- How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for BT&Co.?
- You can download the notice directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the button above.