A class action has been filed against NewsBank, Inc. over a 2024 breach of employee personal information.
The breach impacted employees' personal information, including names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, and financial account details.
The lead plaintiff claims a heightened risk of identity theft and the lawsuit alleges negligence, breach of contract, and breach of fiduciary duty.
The class seeks over $5 million in damages and injunctive relief, including enhanced security measures and lifetime identity theft protection services.