Cutcliffe Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On December 19, 2025, Cutcliffe confirmed a cybersecurity incident that potentially exposed sensitive personal information belonging to at least one Massachusetts resident. If you received a breach notification letter from the firm, you may be entitled to free identity-protection services and legal remedies. Contact us for a no-cost, confidential case evaluation.
Quick Facts
- Breach discovered: May 22, 2025
- Consumer letters mailed: October 15, 2025
- Regulator filing: Massachusetts Attorney General on December 19, 2025
- Total individuals notified: 1 (Massachusetts)
- Data exposed: name, address, date of birth, Social Security number
- Complimentary services: 24-month single-bureau credit monitoring and fraud assistance through Cyberscout (a TransUnion company)
What Happened
Cutcliffe Archetto and Santilli (Cutcliffe) detected unauthorized activity on its network on May 22, 2025. The firm immediately secured systems, notified law enforcement, and engaged independent forensic specialists to investigate the scope of the intrusion. Although the investigation found no evidence of misuse, the review determined that certain personal information could have been accessed during the incident.
Information Potentially Exposed
The forensic review indicated that the following data elements associated with the affected individual may have been accessible:
- Name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
Cutcliffe’s Response
The firm reports that it:
- Secured the network immediately after discovery.
- Engaged external IT security and forensic investigators.
- Reported the incident to law enforcement.
- Issued written notices to impacted individuals.
- Offered 24 months of single-bureau credit monitoring, credit report and score alerts, plus proactive fraud assistance through Cyberscout.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)
Your Legal Options
Individuals whose Social Security numbers were exposed often incur costs for credit monitoring, identity restoration, and fraud losses. State and federal laws allow victims to pursue monetary damages and injunctive relief when organizations fail to safeguard personal data. Our data-breach team is investigating potential claims on a contingency-fee basis—there is no cost unless we recover for you.
Possible Compensation
- Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses
- Compensation for time spent monitoring accounts
- Credit-monitoring or identity-theft protection expenses beyond the offered 24-month period
- Punitive damages and improvements to Cutcliffe’s security protocols
Steps to Protect Yourself Now
- Enroll in the free Cyberscout credit-monitoring service using the instructions in your letter.
- Place a fraud alert or credit freeze with the major credit bureaus.
- Review account statements and insurance explanations of benefits for suspicious activity.
- Report any suspected identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission and local law enforcement.
Company Overview
Cutcliffe is a Rhode Island-based law firm providing legal services across multiple practice areas.
- Website: caslawri.com
- Headquarters: 317 Iron Horse Way, Suite 302, Providence, RI, United States
- Industry: Legal Services
Frequently Asked Questions
- I received a data breach letter from Cutcliffe — what should I do?
- Follow the enrollment instructions for the complimentary Cyberscout credit-monitoring services and consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze. Keep the letter in a safe place for future reference.
- How do I submit a claim related to the Cutcliffe data breach?
- Contact our data-breach team for a free consultation. We will review your letter, confirm eligibility, and guide you through the claim process at no upfront cost.
- Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Cutcliffe?
- You may qualify if your personal information listed in the notice was exposed. Eligibility will be confirmed during your case review.
- What information did the Cutcliffe breach expose?
- The incident potentially exposed your name, address, date of birth, and Social Security number.
- Did Cutcliffe offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
- Yes. The firm is providing 24 months of single-bureau credit monitoring, credit reports, credit scores, and fraud assistance through Cyberscout.
- How many people were affected by the Cutcliffe breach?
- The firm reported the incident affected one Massachusetts resident.
- How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Cutcliffe?
- You can download it directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General website using the button above.
