Johnson-Peltier Electric, Inc. Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
May 29, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Johnson-Peltier Electric data breach, a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to sensitive personal information that was disclosed in a notice filed with the California Attorney General.
According to the notice, Johnson-Peltier Electric, Inc. detected suspicious activity affecting certain systems within its environment on or about March 10, 2025. The company launched an investigation and determined that an unauthorized actor gained access to its computer network and potentially copied a limited number of files. Following a comprehensive review of the affected files, Johnson-Peltier determined that sensitive personal information may have been impacted.
The information potentially exposed includes individuals’ names, Social Security numbers, and, for certain individuals enrolled in direct deposit, financial account information.
Data breaches involving employee and payroll-related information are particularly concerning because they may expose highly sensitive personal and financial information that can be used for identity theft, tax fraud, and unauthorized financial transactions.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating whether Johnson-Peltier Electric, Inc. implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards and whether this data security incident could have been prevented. The firm is also evaluating potential legal claims on behalf of individuals affected by the Johnson-Peltier Electric data breach.
Johnson-Peltier reported that it implemented additional security measures, reviewed and updated its data security policies, and is offering affected individuals complimentary identity monitoring services through Kroll, including credit monitoring, fraud consultation, and identity theft restoration services.
Consumers who received a notice regarding the Johnson-Peltier Electric data breach or who believe their personal information may have been compromised are encouraged to monitor their financial accounts and credit reports for suspicious activity.
The potentially compromised information may include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Financial information
- Other sensitive information
What is Johnson-Peltier Electric, Inc.?
Johnson-Peltier Electric, Inc. is a full-service heavy industrial electrical contractor based in Santa Fe Springs, California.
Individuals affected by the Johnson-Peltier Electric data breach may have legal rights and are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to learn more about their options.
Phone: 1-800-237-1277 | Email: info@federmanlaw.com