Tuggle Duggins Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

Quick Facts

• Breach disclosed: February 6, 2026
• Unauthorized access & data copying date: October 1, 2024
• Information involved: names, Social Security numbers, health-related information
• Complimentary Experian credit monitoring offered for 12 months
• Incident reported to the Maine Attorney General

What Happened

Tuggle Duggins P.A. (Tuggle Duggins) detected suspicious activity within certain computer systems in October 2024. The firm immediately secured its network and launched an investigation. Findings confirmed that an unauthorized actor copied files from the network on October 1, 2024.

A comprehensive review of the copied files determined that they contained sensitive personal information. The firm completed its review, identified affected individuals, and began mailing written notices on February 6, 2026.

Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)

What Information Was Exposed?

The review revealed exposure of the following data elements:

• Name
• Social Security Number
• Health-Related Information

No reports of identity theft or fraud connected to this event have been made to Tuggle Duggins as of the notice date.

Response and Protective Measures

The firm reports it:

• Secured affected systems immediately after discovery
• Engaged cybersecurity specialists to investigate and remediate
• Reviewed security policies and implemented additional safeguards
• Is providing 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity-theft protection through Experian

Your Next Steps

Recipients of the breach notice should consider:

• Enrolling promptly in the free Experian credit-monitoring service
• Reviewing bank, credit-card, and insurance statements for unfamiliar activity
• Requesting and monitoring free annual credit reports
• Placing a fraud alert or security freeze with credit bureaus if suspicious activity occurs
• Documenting any time or money spent responding to the breach for potential reimbursement claims

Company Overview

Tuggle Duggins P.A. (Tuggle Duggins) is a Greensboro, North Carolina law firm serving business clients since 1974.

• Website: tuggleduggins.com
• Headquarters: 400 Bellemeade Street, Suite 800, Greensboro, NC, United States
• Industry: Law Practice
• Employees: 35
• Founded: 1974
• Social: LinkedIn, Facebook, X (Twitter)

Frequently Asked Questions

I received a data breach letter from Tuggle Duggins — what should I do?

Follow the enrollment instructions for the free Experian credit-monitoring service and monitor your financial accounts. Keep the letter and any related receipts for potential claims.

How do I submit a claim related to the Tuggle Duggins data breach?

Document tangible losses (time, fees, or fraudulent charges) and speak with a qualified data-privacy attorney about joining a potential lawsuit or settlement negotiations.

What information did the Tuggle Duggins breach expose?

Names, Social Security numbers, and certain health-related information were copied during the October 1, 2024 incident.

Did Tuggle Duggins offer credit monitoring, and for how long?

Yes. The firm is providing complimentary Experian credit-monitoring and identity-theft protection services for 12 months.

How many people were affected by the Tuggle Duggins breach?

The total number of impacted individuals has not been publicly disclosed in the Maine Attorney General filing.

How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Tuggle Duggins?

You can download it directly from the Maine Attorney General website using the button above labelled “Download Official Breach Notice (PDF).”