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MonitoringMaryland AG filing · March 18, 2025

Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC Data Breach Reported in Maryland

Maryland law firm Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC reported a data breach impacting client and personnel data. This incident exposed highly sensitive information, potentially placing victims at risk of identity theft and financial fraud. Our team is actively investigating claims for those affected.

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State
Maryland
Reported
March 18, 2025

What may have been exposed

  • Full Name
  • Social Security Number
  • Date of Birth
  • Home Address
  • Phone Number
  • Financial Account Details
  • Tax and Compensation Records
  • Confidential Legal Correspondence

Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC, a legal services firm in Maryland, recently disclosed a data security incident, reporting it to the Attorney General on March 18, 2025. This breach signals an unauthorized compromise of their network, a significant concern given the vast amount of confidential information law firms typically hold.

The exposed data includes highly personal and sensitive details such as Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, Phone Number, Financial Account Details, Tax and Compensation Records, and Confidential Legal Correspondence. Such an extensive exposure places individuals at heightened risk for identity theft, financial fraud, and other serious privacy violations.

Law firms like Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC have a strict legal obligation to safeguard the sensitive data entrusted to them. This duty includes implementing robust security measures to prevent unauthorized access. The occurrence of this breach raises questions about whether appropriate protections were in place to secure client and personnel information.

If you received a data breach notification letter from Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC, it confirms that your personal information was compromised. This notification establishes your legal standing to explore claims for negligence and invasion of privacy, even if you haven't yet experienced financial loss. Our team is dedicated to protecting the rights of those affected by corporate data breaches.

We are currently investigating potential class action litigation against Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC on behalf of all affected individuals. We operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning there are no upfront costs to you, and we only get paid if we successfully secure a recovery. You're not alone in navigating the aftermath of this breach.

Understanding your legal options is crucial after receiving such a notification. A thorough review of your situation can help clarify the potential impacts and next steps. Our team is ready to provide guidance and represent your interests.

Received the Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC notification letter? The Wineberg, Solheim, Howell & Shain PC case file tracks this filing.

What to do if you were affected

Based on the categories of information reported in this filing, these steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud.

  • Freeze your credit

    Place a free credit freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name and can be lifted anytime.

  • Guard against tax fraud

    File your tax return as early as possible and consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN so no one can file a fraudulent return in your name.

  • Watch your financial accounts

    Review bank and card statements for unfamiliar activity and turn on transaction alerts. Report anything you don't recognize to your bank right away.

  • Stay alert to targeted scams

    Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.

  • Keep your notification letter

    Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.

Source: Maryland Attorney General filing

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