Pride Solvent & Chemical Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Received a March 2026 breach notice from Pride Solvent & Chemical?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., a New York based industrial solvent and chemical distributor, on behalf of current and former employees and their dependents whose personal information may have been exposed in the March 2026 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 Pride Solvent & Chemical dated March 2026.
- Your letter offered enrollment in free Cyberscout credit monitoring (TransUnion).
- You had personal or payroll information held by Pride Solvent & Chemical in its capacity as an employer, including as a current or former employee or a covered dependent or spouse.
- 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
Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc., Pride Solvent & Chemical Co. of NY, Inc., and Pride Solvent and Chemical Co. of New Jersey, Inc. (collectively, Pride Solvent & Chemical) detected unusual activity on their on-premises servers on March 17, 2026. A preliminary investigation determined that the network intrusion began on or about March 13, 2026 and continued until it was discovered. The company engaged specialized outside counsel and a third-party forensic firm to investigate, and notified the FBI the same day.
Pride Solvent & Chemical reported the incident to the Maine Attorney General on June 4, 2026 and began mailing written notices to affected individuals on June 5, 2026, nearly three months after the intrusion was discovered. The company is offering 12 months of complimentary Single-Bureau Credit Monitoring, Credit Report, and Credit Score services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. According to the notice, the attackers may have accessed files containing names, mailing addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers (including dependent and spouse Social Security numbers), retirement benefits details, and other payroll-related financial information. An exact list of compromised records remains under forensic review.
Because the exposed data reportedly includes Social Security numbers for employees and their dependents along with payroll and retirement information, affected individuals may face an elevated and long-lasting risk of identity theft and financial fraud. Children's Social Security numbers are particularly attractive to identity thieves because misuse can go undetected for years.
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 12-month credit monitoring
Enroll in the Cyberscout (TransUnion) monitoring offered in your letter within the 90-day window stated in the notice. 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 Social Security numbers may be involved, consider placing an initial 90-day fraud alert with one of the credit bureaus and requesting a free annual credit report at annualcreditreport.com.
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 Pride Solvent & Chemical 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 Pride Solvent & Chemical. What should I do? +
Keep your notice letter in a safe place, enroll in the free Cyberscout (TransUnion) credit monitoring within 90 days, place a fraud alert with one of the credit bureaus, request a free annual credit report, and watch your financial accounts for suspicious activity. Because Social Security numbers for employees and their dependents may be involved, consider monitoring your children's credit as well, and contact a data breach attorney to discuss your options.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Pride Solvent & Chemical? +
If you received a notice letter from Pride Solvent & Chemical, you may be eligible. This generally includes current and former employees and their dependents or spouses whose information the company held. Factors that affect eligibility include your state of residence, the categories of data exposed, and any documented losses you experience.
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 notice states that the affected files may have contained names, mailing addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers (including dependent and spouse Social Security numbers), retirement benefits details, and other payroll-related financial information. The company says an exact list of compromised records is still under forensic review, so check your individual letter for the specifics that apply to you.
Did Pride Solvent & Chemical offer free credit monitoring? +
Yes. Pride Solvent & Chemical is providing 12 months of complimentary Single-Bureau Credit Monitoring, Credit Report, and Credit Score services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. The notice directs recipients to enroll within 90 days. Enrolling does not waive your right to pursue a legal claim.
How many people were affected by the Pride Solvent & Chemical breach? +
The total number of impacted individuals has not been publicly disclosed in the Maine Attorney General filing. 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 notice was filed with the Maine Attorney General's Data Breach Notifications portal, where a copy of the official letter is available. Dapeer Law can also help you obtain a copy during a free consultation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · Maine Attorney General, Data Breach Notifications Portal
- Company · Pride Solvent & Chemical Co., Inc. (pridesol.com)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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