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Case File: Shutts & Brown LLP Data Breach

This file collects the dated facts on record for the Shutts & Brown LLP incident. The state report is dated May 9, 2025. The incident itself is dated February 19, 2025.

Timeline

79 days separate the incident date from the date it was reported.

  1. February 19, 2025Incident dateWhen the filing says the breach took place.
  2. May 9, 2025Report filed in IndianaDate the notice was lodged with the Indiana Attorney General.

Case facts

Filing state
Indiana
Date reported
May 9, 2025
Incident date
February 19, 2025
Receiving office
Indiana Attorney General

Case notes

Shutts & Brown LLP, a legal firm, officially reported a data breach incident to Indiana authorities on May 9, 2025. The firm indicated that this incident, which potentially compromised personal information, originally took place on February 19, 2025. The investigation into the full scope and nature of the breach is currently ongoing.

While the specific categories of personal information involved have not been publicly detailed, the fact of a breach means that data entrusted to the firm may have been exposed. This situation underscores the importance of vigilance for anyone who has provided personal information to Shutts & Brown LLP.

As the investigation continues, individuals who receive direct notification from Shutts & Brown LLP should carefully review the information provided. These letters typically contain details pertinent to the specific impact on your data and may offer specific steps for protection or resources.

Regardless of receiving a direct notification, it is generally prudent to monitor financial account statements for any unusual or unauthorized activity. Regularly checking bank and credit card statements can help identify fraudulent transactions quickly.

Another recommended protective step is to request free copies of your credit report from each of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion). Reviewing these reports helps to spot any unfamiliar accounts or inquiries that could indicate identity theft. You may also consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit files.

Finally, remain cautious of unsolicited communications, whether by email, phone, or mail, that claim to be from Shutts & Brown LLP or other entities requesting your personal details. Always verify the legitimacy of such requests through official, independently obtained contact information.

Questions about this case file

Where does the Shutts & Brown LLP case file come from?
Every entry is taken from the breach report Shutts & Brown LLP lodged with the Indiana Attorney General. Nothing here is estimated.
Why do the incident date and the report date differ?
Companies usually investigate before they report. The gap between the two dates shows how long that took.
What does the records-affected figure count?
It is the number the company gave the state. It can cover residents of that state only, so the national total may be higher.
Does this case file change over time?
Yes. When a company files an update or a new state publishes its copy of the report, the dates and counts here are refreshed.

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