H&N Tax Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
On February 20, 2026, H&N Tax, Inc (H&N Tax) began notifying clients that a December 2025 network intrusion may have exposed sensitive personal information. If you received a breach letter, you may be entitled to free identity-theft protection and potential compensation.
Quick Facts About the H&N Tax Breach
Breach window: Unauthorized access occurred December 2, 2025.
Discovery date: December 2, 2025.
Data review completed: January 22, 2026.
Consumer notices mailed: February 20, 2026.
Data exposed: First and last names with Social Security numbers.
Regulatory filing: Maine Attorney General.
Credit-monitoring offered: Yes, complimentary service (enrollment required).
Timeline of Events
H&N Tax reported that a single-day network disruption on December 2, 2025 allowed an unauthorized actor to access certain systems. The company engaged third-party forensic specialists, secured the environment, and conducted a file-by-file review to identify affected individuals. That analysis concluded on January 22, 2026, paving the way for formal notifications issued on February 20, 2026.
Information Involved
The investigation determined that the compromised data set contained:
First and last name
Social Security number
Company Response
According to the notice, H&N Tax immediately secured its systems, launched a forensic investigation, and implemented additional technical safeguards to reduce the likelihood of recurrence. Impacted clients are being offered complimentary credit monitoring and identity-protection services; enrollment instructions are included in the mailed letters.
Recommended Next Steps for Affected Individuals
Enroll in the free credit-monitoring service provided by H&N Tax.
Review bank, credit-card, and tax filings for unauthorized activity.
Report any suspicious transactions to your financial institution and local law enforcement.
Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit files.
Company Overview
H&N Tax is a Canada-based tax preparation and advisory firm serving individual and business clients.
Website: hntaxservices.com
Headquarters: 70 Front Street West, Strathroy, ON, Canada
Year founded: 2000
Industry: Tax Services
Employees: Over 20
Sources
Impacted Entities
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from H&N Tax — what should I do?
Follow the steps outlined in the notice, enroll in the free credit-monitoring service, monitor your accounts closely, and report any fraudulent activity.
How do I submit a claim related to the H&N Tax data breach?
Use the eligibility checker below to request a free legal consultation. If you qualify, a data-breach attorney will explain next steps.
What information did the H&N Tax breach expose?
The company stated that first and last names combined with Social Security numbers were involved.
Did H&N Tax offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. Impacted individuals can enroll in complimentary credit monitoring and identity-protection services. The enrollment packet contains full details.
How many people were affected by the H&N Tax breach?
The total number of impacted individuals was not disclosed in the Maine filing.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for H&N Tax?
Click the “Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)” button near the top of this article to access the publicly filed document.
Explore Your Legal Options
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