Harvey & Martin Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Received an June 2026 breach notice from Harvey & Martin?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Harvey & Martin, PLLC, a North Andover, Massachusetts accounting and tax preparation firm, on behalf of clients whose personal information may have been exposed in a recently disclosed 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 Harvey & Martin dated June 2026.
- Your letter offered enrollment in free Cyberscout credit monitoring (TransUnion).
- You had personal or financial information held by the firm in its capacity as an accounting and tax preparation provider.
- 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
Harvey & Martin, PLLC ("Harvey & Martin"), a North Andover, Massachusetts accounting and tax preparation firm, noticed an unusually high number of IRS e-file rejection notices and identity-verification requests tied to certain clients' 2025 tax returns. An internal investigation conducted with outside cybersecurity professionals confirmed that an unauthorized party obtained files belonging to a subset of the firm's clients.
Harvey & Martin began mailing notification letters on or around June 11, 2026 and reported the incident to the Massachusetts Attorney General on June 23, 2026. The firm has stated that the information involved may include names, Social Security numbers, and bank account numbers where a bank account number was included on the affected tax return. Harvey & Martin reported the breach to state regulators for 111 Massachusetts residents and is offering 24 months of single-bureau credit monitoring through Cyberscout (a TransUnion company).
Because the exposed data includes Social Security and bank account numbers tied to tax filings, affected clients may face an elevated risk of fraudulent tax returns and financial account fraud. Whether the firm's pre-breach security practices met legal standards, and whether the timing of notification caused additional harm, are among the issues being evaluated.
What to do if you received a letter
Keep your notice letter
Do not discard it. Your letter contains the enrollment code for credit monitoring and is important evidence if you decide to participate in a lawsuit.
Enroll in the free 24-month credit monitoring
Enroll in the Cyberscout (TransUnion) monitoring offered in your letter before the stated deadline. 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.Because this incident involved tax filings, consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) to block fraudulent returns, and file an IRS Form 14039 Identity Theft Affidavit if you suspect your information has been misused.
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 the firm 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 Harvey & Martin. What should I do? +
Keep the letter, enroll in the free 24-month Cyberscout credit monitoring before the deadline printed in your notice, place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your file, and contact a data breach attorney for a free consultation. Because this incident involved tax filings, also consider requesting an IRS Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN). Accepting credit monitoring does not waive your right to sue.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Harvey & Martin? +
If you were one of the individuals notified by Harvey & Martin in June 2026, you are likely eligible for a free case evaluation. Eligibility depends on your state of residence, the categories of your data that were exposed, and any losses you have suffered. Dapeer Law will review your notice at no cost.
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? +
Harvey & Martin has reported that the involved information may include names, Social Security numbers, and bank account numbers where a bank account number appeared on the affected tax return. Your individual notice letter should specify the categories of your data that were involved.
Did Harvey & Martin offer free credit monitoring? +
Yes. The firm is providing 24 months of complimentary single-bureau credit monitoring, credit reports, credit scores, and fraud-assistance services through Cyberscout (a TransUnion company). Enroll before the deadline printed in your letter. Enrollment is separate from, and does not waive, your right to pursue a claim.
How many people were affected by the Harvey & Martin breach? +
Harvey & Martin reported the incident to the Massachusetts Attorney General for 111 Massachusetts residents. No additional states have been listed as of the last update. This page will be updated as additional 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 notice filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General is available through the Massachusetts AG's website (linked in Sources below). If you received a letter but no longer have it, Dapeer Law can assist you in obtaining a copy during your free consultation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · Massachusetts Attorney General, Data Breach Notification (PDF)
- Company · Harvey & Martin, PLLC (hmpccpa.com)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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