Fong, Ko & Associates Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Received a June 2025 breach notice from Fong, Ko & Associates?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Fong, Ko & Associates LLP, a California-based accounting firm, on behalf of individuals whose name and Social Security number or tax identification number may have been exposed in the June 2025 network intrusion.
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 Fong, Ko & Associates dated June 2025.
- Your letter offered complimentary Experian credit monitoring that you must enroll in yourself.
- You had personal or tax information held by Fong, Ko & Associates in its capacity as an accounting firm.
- 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 June 4, 2025, internal security systems at Fong, Ko & Associates LLP detected suspicious activity within the firm's network. A forensic investigation, conducted with third-party cybersecurity specialists, confirmed that certain files were accessed between June 2 and June 4, 2025. The firm reviewed the affected data to determine what information was involved and which individuals to notify.
The firm completed its record review and, on June 1, 2026, began notifying potentially affected individuals and the appropriate regulators, including a filing with the California Attorney General. According to the notice, the data involved may include name in combination with Social Security number or tax identification number. The firm is offering complimentary credit monitoring through Experian, which requires self-enrollment. The roughly twelve-month gap between discovery in June 2025 and notification in June 2026 is a point our review is examining, because the delay may bear on individuals' ability to protect themselves.
Because Social Security and tax identification numbers are among the most sensitive identifiers, accounting-firm breaches involving these elements can carry an elevated risk of tax-related fraud and identity theft. Fong, Ko & Associates has stated it has no evidence of identity theft or fraud stemming from the incident at this time, but is notifying individuals out of an abundance of caution.
What to do if you received a letter
Keep your notice letter
Do not discard it. Your letter contains the enrollment information for credit monitoring and is important evidence if you decide to participate in a lawsuit.
Enroll in the free Experian credit monitoring
Enroll in the complimentary Experian monitoring offered in your letter before the stated deadline. Enrollment requires action on your part, and accepting this benefit 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.
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 Fong, Ko & Associates 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 Fong, Ko & Associates. What should I do? +
Keep your breach letter, enroll in the complimentary Experian credit monitoring before the deadline, and consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze with the credit bureaus. Because Social Security and tax identification numbers were involved, watch for unexpected tax filings or IRS notices, and monitor your bank, credit-card, and credit-report activity. You can also contact a data breach attorney to understand your options.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Fong, Ko & Associates? +
Individuals who received a breach notice from Fong, Ko & Associates are likely the primary group affected. Eligibility to participate in a potential class action can depend on your state of residence, the categories of data exposed, and any documented losses. Completing the free case review form on this page is the fastest way to learn whether you may qualify.
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? +
The firm's notice indicates that the information involved may include your name in combination with your Social Security number or tax identification number. Your individual letter may list specific details, so review it closely and keep it for your records.
Did Fong, Ko & Associates offer free credit monitoring? +
Yes. Fong, Ko & Associates is offering complimentary credit monitoring through Experian, but enrollment requires action on your part using the information in your letter. Enroll before the stated deadline. Accepting this benefit does not waive your right to pursue legal action.
How many people were affected by the Fong, Ko & Associates breach? +
The total number of impacted individuals has not been publicly disclosed in the available filings. 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? +
Fong, Ko & Associates filed notice of the incident with the California Attorney General, where the notification is publicly available. You can use the download link on this page, or Dapeer Law can help you obtain a copy during a free consultation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · California Attorney General, Data Breach Notice
- Company · Fong, Ko & Associates LLP (fkacpa.com)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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