Independent Title Agency Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

Was your personal information caught in the 932-gigabyte ransomware haul from Independent Title Agency? Cyber-criminals are already threatening to dump the stolen data on the dark web. Act now to protect your identity and learn whether you can seek compensation.

What Happened?

On April 17, 2025, New York-based Independent Title Agency, LLC (ITA) discovered that a ransomware group known as SKIRA TEAM had infiltrated its network. The attackers claim to have exfiltrated approximately 932.4 GB of internal data and threatened to publish it on the dark-web Tor network by April 25, 2025.

ITA completed its forensic investigation, secured affected systems, and began sending written notification letters on July 18, 2025. A regulatory filing was made with the Maine Attorney General the same day. The company has not yet disclosed how many individuals were affected.

What Information Was Exposed?

The stolen data may include some or all of the following:

• Full name, mailing address, phone number and email
• Social Security number
• Date of birth
• Driver’s license or other government-issued ID
• Real-estate transaction records
• Medical or financial information connected to closings

Such details are highly valuable to cyber-criminals for identity theft, tax fraud, and targeted phishing scams.

About Independent Title Agency

Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Syracuse, ITA offers title insurance, property and municipal searches, and closing services across New York State. The company also maintains branch offices in Rochester, Albion, and Utica, handling both public- and private-sector real-estate transactions.

Steps to Protect Yourself Now

If you received an ITA breach notice, the following actions can reduce your risk:

• Enroll in the free Experian IdentityWorks credit-monitoring service offered by ITA.
• Review your credit reports and bank statements for unfamiliar activity.
• Place a fraud alert or credit freeze with the three major bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion).
• Watch for phishing emails or calls that reference real-estate dealings.
• Change passwords—especially for any account that might share credentials with ITA systems.

Your Legal Options

Companies that fail to safeguard consumer data can be held liable for resulting damages. Potential compensation may cover:

• Out-of-pocket costs for credit monitoring, freezing, or identity-restoration services
• Time spent addressing fraud or mitigating risk
• Unreimbursed fraudulent charges or tax-related losses
• Emotional distress and loss of privacy

Data-privacy attorneys are investigating whether ITA employed adequate cybersecurity measures before the SKIRA incident. If negligence is proven, victims could pursue a class-action lawsuit or individual claim.

How to Join the Independent Title Agency Lawsuit Investigation

Were you notified that your data was involved? You may qualify to participate in a lawsuit at no upfront cost. Complete the secure case-evaluation form on this page to find out if you’re eligible.

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