Dairy Farmers of America Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
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Dapeer Law, P.A., a top-rated class action law firm, is investigating the Dairy Farmers of America Inc. data breach. If you received notice that your information was exposed during this breach, you may be entitled to compensation. It's free to join our investigation to see if we can help you recover.

Dairy Farmers of America Inc. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

On October 14, 2025, Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) mailed data-breach notices after an unauthorized party exfiltrated sensitive personal information. If you received a notice, you may qualify for free credit monitoring and potential monetary relief—read on to learn your options and next steps.

Key Facts at a Glance

  • Breach period: June 11 – June 13, 2025
  • Discovery date: June 13, 2025
  • Consumer notices sent: October 14, 2025
  • Notice filed with Maine Attorney General: October 15, 2025
  • Type of attack: Social-engineering–assisted network intrusion and data exfiltration
  • Free services offered: 24-month triple-bureau credit monitoring & fraud assistance (Cyberscout)
  • Potentially affected data:
    • Name
    • Social Security number
    • Driver’s license or state-issued ID number
    • Date of birth
    • Bank account number
    • Medicare or Medicaid number
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

What Happened?

DFA states that on June 11, 2025, an unauthorized third party leveraged a sophisticated social-engineering campaign to gain network access. After detecting suspicious activity on June 13, 2025, DFA initiated its incident-response process and engaged external cybersecurity experts. A document-review team determined on September 15, 2025, that files containing personal information had been taken.

Steps DFA Has Taken

The company reports it has:

  • Increased network monitoring and reinforced security controls
  • Implemented additional safeguards across its systems
  • Partnered with Cyberscout to provide no-cost identity-protection services

Your Complimentary Identity-Protection Services

Eligible individuals can enroll in:

  • 24-month triple-bureau credit monitoring, credit reports, and credit scores
  • Real-time alerts for changes to your credit file
  • Proactive fraud assistance and remediation support
  • For minors: 24-month Cyber Monitoring of dark-web activity

Use the enrollment instructions in your mailed notice or contact DFA at 1-833-367-8549 to activate coverage.

Recommended Actions for Affected Consumers

  1. Enroll in the free credit-monitoring or Cyber Monitoring service as soon as possible.
  2. Review bank, credit-card, and medical-benefit statements for unfamiliar activity.
  3. Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the credit bureaus.
  4. Monitor explanation-of-benefits statements for signs of medical identity theft.
  5. Report suspected fraud to the Federal Trade Commission (IdentityTheft.gov) and local law enforcement.

Timeline of the Incident

  • June 11, 2025 – Unauthorized access and data exfiltration begin.
  • June 13, 2025 – Intrusion discovered; investigation launched.
  • September 15, 2025 – Forensic review confirms affected data set.
  • October 14, 2025 – Consumer notification letters sent.
  • October 15, 2025 – Notice filed with Maine Attorney General.

Company Overview: Dairy Farmers of America Inc.

Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) is a national milk marketing cooperative and dairy-foods manufacturer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I was affected by the Dairy Farmers of America Inc. data breach?

DFA mailed written notices dated October 14, 2025, to individuals whose data appeared in the compromised files. If you received that letter, you are considered impacted.

What personal information was stolen in the Dairy Farmers of America Inc. breach?

The data set may include your name together with one or more of the following: Social Security number, driver’s license or state ID number, date of birth, bank-account number, and Medicare or Medicaid number.

Is Dairy Farmers of America Inc. offering free credit monitoring?

Yes. Impacted consumers can enroll in 24-month triple-bureau credit-monitoring and fraud-assistance services through Cyberscout at no cost.

Can I sue Dairy Farmers of America Inc. for the data breach?

Depending on your jurisdiction and the damages incurred, you may have legal claims. Preserve all correspondence from DFA and consult with a qualified data-privacy attorney about potential class-action participation.

I’m under 18. How does the credit-monitoring offer work for me?

Minors cannot enroll in the standard credit-monitoring product but can obtain 24-month Cyber Monitoring. Call DFA at 1-833-367-8549 for assistance.

Need Further Assistance?

If you have additional questions about the breach or your legal rights, gather your notice letter and supporting documents before contacting consumer-protection counsel or relevant regulatory agencies.

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