Caldwell Sutter Capital Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Received a May 2026 breach notice from Caldwell Sutter Capital?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Caldwell Sutter Capital, Inc., a Sausalito, California investment management firm, on behalf of clients whose names, account numbers, and Social Security numbers may have been exposed in an April 2026 vendor-related cyber incident.
Who may qualify
You may be eligible to participate in a class action if any of the following applies:
- You received a data breach notification letter from Caldwell Sutter Capital dated May 2026.
- The breach notice indicates your name, account number, or Social Security number may have been among the exposed data elements.
- You were a client of Caldwell Sutter Capital whose personal or financial information was maintained by its back-office software vendor, FoxTrot, LLC.
- No proof of harm required to consult with counsel. You do not need to have already suffered identity theft to explore your legal options.
- Excluded: individuals who did not receive a breach notice and whose information was not involved in the incident.
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What happened
On May 29, 2026, Caldwell Sutter Capital, Inc. began mailing notices to clients about a cybersecurity incident affecting data held by its back-office software provider, FoxTrot, LLC. According to the company, unauthorized access to the FoxTrot environment occurred during a window on April 22, 2026, between approximately 4:00 and 8:00 PM Pacific Time. Caldwell Sutter Capital learned of the incident from FoxTrot and discovered the suspicious activity on April 29, 2026. The company filed notice of the breach with the Maine Attorney General on June 11, 2026.
Caldwell Sutter Capital's review indicates that the compromised FoxTrot environment contained client names, account numbers, and Social Security numbers, though the exact combination of data elements varies per individual. The company has said it coordinated with FoxTrot to contain and remediate the incident, began implementing additional controls, policies, and safeguards, and notified regulators and other authorities as required by state and federal law. The public notice recommends that clients monitor their accounts and consider credit protection steps, but does not specifically mention offering a complimentary credit monitoring service.
Because Social Security numbers and financial account numbers were reportedly involved, affected clients may face an elevated risk of identity theft and financial fraud. The investigation is examining whether Caldwell Sutter Capital and FoxTrot, LLC employed reasonable security measures to protect this information and whether affected individuals may be entitled to monetary damages and stronger data security going forward.
What to do if you received a letter
Keep your notice letter
Do not discard it. Your letter documents that your information was involved and is important evidence if you decide to participate in a lawsuit.
Request your free credit reports and consider a fraud alert
Because the company did not specifically offer complimentary credit monitoring, request a free credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228, review it for unauthorized activity, and consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the nationwide credit bureaus. Taking these protective steps does not waive your right to pursue legal action.
Place a fraud alert or credit freeze
Contact Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion to place a fraud alert or freeze on your file. Request a free weekly credit report from AnnualCreditReport.com, and use the FTC's IdentityTheft.gov recovery guide. Because financial account numbers may be involved, also watch your bank and brokerage statements closely for transactions you do not recognize.
Speak with a data breach attorney
Consultations with Dapeer Law are free and confidential. We'll review your notice, explain your options, and advise whether you may be eligible to join a class action.
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Breach timeline
Compensation you may be entitled to
Out-of-pocket expenses
Credit freezes, identity restoration services, and other costs incurred responding to the breach.
Time spent monitoring
Hours spent reviewing accounts, disputing fraudulent charges, and dealing with identity theft issues.
Identity theft & fraud losses
Unreimbursed funds stolen from accounts, unauthorized credit lines, or tax refund fraud tied to the breach.
Statutory damages
Certain state data breach and consumer protection statutes provide for fixed damages regardless of actual loss.
Injunctive relief
Court orders requiring Caldwell Sutter Capital and its vendors to implement stronger data security practices going forward.
Compensation categories depend on applicable state law, the types of data exposed, and documented losses. No recovery is guaranteed.
Common questions
I received a data breach letter from Caldwell Sutter Capital. What should I do? +
Keep the breach notice for your records. Request a free credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com, review your bank and brokerage accounts for unauthorized activity, and consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the nationwide credit bureaus. Because Social Security numbers may be involved, report any suspected identity theft to the FTC at IdentityTheft.gov and to local law enforcement, and speak with a data breach attorney about your legal rights.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Caldwell Sutter Capital? +
You are generally eligible to be evaluated if you received a breach notification from Caldwell Sutter Capital sent on or around May 29, 2026. Factors that can affect a claim include your state of residence, which categories of your data were exposed, and any documented losses or out-of-pocket expenses. A consumer-protection attorney can confirm your standing.
How much money could I receive from a class action lawsuit? +
Data breach class action recoveries vary significantly. Settlements typically range from a few hundred dollars for basic out-of-pocket losses to several thousand dollars for documented identity theft, with class size, damages, and negotiation all affecting the final amount. No payout is guaranteed, and this investigation has not yet resulted in a settlement.
What personal information was exposed in the breach? +
Caldwell Sutter Capital's review indicates the compromised FoxTrot, LLC environment contained client names, account numbers, and Social Security numbers. The company has noted that the exact combination of data elements varies per individual, so check your specific letter for the details that apply to you.
Did Caldwell Sutter Capital offer free credit monitoring? +
The company's notice recommends credit monitoring and fraud-prevention steps but does not specifically mention offering a complimentary monitoring service. In the meantime, you can request a free credit report at AnnualCreditReport.com and consider a fraud alert or security freeze. This page will be updated if Caldwell Sutter Capital announces a monitoring offering.
How many people were affected by the Caldwell Sutter Capital breach? +
The number of affected individuals was not listed in the regulatory filing as of the latest update on June 11, 2026. This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
Is there a deadline to take legal action? +
Yes. Statutes of limitations for data breach claims vary by state and legal theory, typically ranging from one to six years. Waiting can permanently bar your claim. Contact us as soon as possible for a free evaluation.
How do I get a copy of the official breach notice? +
The breach notice was filed with the Maine Attorney General's data breach notification portal and can be downloaded there. Dapeer Law can also help you obtain a copy during a free consultation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · Maine Attorney General, Data Breach Notice
- Company · Caldwell Sutter Capital, Inc. (cald.com)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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