Surplus Line Association of California Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
July 14, 2026 – Federman & Sherwood, a national consumer protection law firm, is investigating the Surplus Line Association of California data breach, a cybersecurity incident involving unauthorized access to sensitive personal information that was reported to the Vermont Attorney General.
According to the filing, the Surplus Line Association of California data breach affected approximately one Vermont resident. The information potentially exposed includes Social Security numbers.
The exposure of Social Security numbers may significantly increase the risk of identity theft, tax fraud, financial fraud, and other forms of misuse.
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating whether Surplus Line Association of California implemented reasonable cybersecurity safeguards to protect sensitive personal information 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 Surplus Line Association of California data breach.
Consumers who received a notice regarding the Surplus Line Association of California data breach or who believe their personal information may have been compromised are encouraged to monitor financial accounts, tax records, and credit reports for suspicious activity.
The potentially compromised information may include:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Other sensitive information
What is Surplus Line Association of California?
The Surplus Line Association of California is a non-profit organization that serves as the statutory advisory body to the California Department of Insurance. It oversees the state’s surplus lines insurance marketplace, assisting brokers with regulatory compliance and ensuring consumers have safe access to coverage for complex or unique risks.
Individuals affected by the Surplus Line Association of California 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