Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On February 4, 2026, Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau notified individuals of a network intrusion that exposed personal information. If you received a breach letter, you may be entitled to free legal help and identity-protection resources—contact us today for a no-cost case evaluation.
Key Facts About the Breach
- Breach window: July 8 – August 5, 2025
- Discovery date: August 5, 2025
- Consumer notices mailed: February 4, 2026
- Data involved: name (no financial or health data collected by the company)
- Credit monitoring & identity restoration offered at no cost (enrollment deadline May 29, 2026)
- Incident reported to federal law-enforcement authorities
What Happened
Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau (sometimes referred to as “NJCRIB”) detected suspicious activity on its network and, with external cybersecurity specialists, confirmed that an unauthorized threat actor accessed certain administrative systems between July 8 and August 5, 2025. The investigation found that files were copied without permission during the intrusion.
Information Exposed
The review determined that impacted files contained at least an individual’s name. The organization states that it does not collect personal financial or health information linked to individual claimants.
Company Response
In the wake of the incident, the bureau:
- Secured affected systems and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts
- Notified and cooperated with federal law-enforcement agencies
- Enhanced technical safeguards to mitigate future risk
- Offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity-restoration assistance to all notified individuals
Your Next Steps
- Enroll in the free credit-monitoring services by May 29, 2026, using the instructions in your letter.
- Monitor bank, credit-card, and insurance statements for unfamiliar activity.
- Obtain and review your free credit reports for errors or new accounts.
- Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the credit bureaus.
- Preserve your breach notice and any related expenses; they may support a future claim.
Possible Legal Claims
Data-breach victims can pursue compensation for out-of-pocket costs, lost time, and risk of identity fraud. Our investigation focuses on whether Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau used reasonable cybersecurity measures and whether affected individuals are entitled to monetary relief under state or federal laws.
Company Overview
- Website: njcrib.com
- Industry: Workers’ Compensation Insurance
- Founded: 1917
- Headquarters: 60 Park Place, Suite 1200, Newark, New Jersey, United States
- Social: YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions
- I received a data breach letter from Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau — what should I do?
- Follow the enrollment instructions for free credit monitoring, review financial accounts, and contact our team for a free legal case review.
- How do I submit a claim related to the Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau data breach?
- Complete the consultation form on this page or call our office. We will evaluate eligibility and guide you through the claim process at no upfront cost.
- Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau?
- If your personal information was included in the notification mailed on February 4, 2026, you may qualify. Contact us to discuss your rights.
- What information did the Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau breach expose?
- The company reports that names contained in administrative files were involved. No personal financial or health data is collected by the bureau.
- Did Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau offer credit monitoring?
- Yes. Impacted individuals can enroll in complimentary credit-monitoring and identity-restoration services until May 29, 2026.
- How many people were affected by the Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau breach?
- The total number of affected individuals was not disclosed in the public notice.
- How can I get the official breach notice PDF for Compensation Rating & Inspection Bureau?
- You can download it directly from the Maine Attorney General’s website using the link above.
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