Quest Builders Group Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Received a August 2026 breach notice from Quest Builders Group?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against Quest Builders Group, Inc., a New York City construction and general contracting firm, on behalf of individuals whose personal information, including Social Security numbers, may have been exposed in the data security incident disclosed in August 2026.
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 Quest Builders Group dated August 2026.
- Your letter offered enrollment in 24 months of free credit monitoring and identity protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company.
- You had personal information, such as a Social Security number, held by Quest Builders Group as an employee, former employee, applicant, subcontractor, or business contact of the company.
- 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
Quest Builders Group, Inc. reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General on August 14, 2026 that an unauthorized event may have involved personal information belonging to individuals connected to the company. The filing identifies Social Security numbers as a category of information that was involved. Quest Builders Group began mailing notification letters to affected individuals on August 12, 2026, and the public disclosure was updated on August 19, 2026.
The notice letter itself is brief. It describes the incident only as a recent event that may have involved the recipient's information, and it states that the company has no evidence to suggest that any information has been subject to actual misuse. The letter does not identify the date the incident occurred, the date it was discovered, how the unauthorized access happened, or when the company completed its review of the affected files. Quest Builders Group is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company, with enrollment required within 90 days of the date printed on the letter, along with fraud assistance resources.
A Social Security number cannot be reissued the way a payment card can be replaced, so exposure of that data element carries a long-term risk of identity theft, fraudulent credit applications, and tax or employment fraud. Construction and contracting firms typically hold complete payroll and onboarding records for current and former workers and for subcontractors, which can combine identity, wage, and tax information in a single file set. Whether Quest Builders Group maintained reasonable safeguards for that information, and whether affected individuals were notified without unreasonable delay, are among the questions this investigation is evaluating.
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 credit monitoring and identity protection services offered in your letter. The notice requires enrollment within 90 days of the date of the letter, so act promptly. 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 a Social Security number was reported to be involved, also watch for credit applications you did not submit, unfamiliar accounts on your credit report, and IRS or state tax notices about wages or returns 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, fraudulent credit or loan applications, 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 Quest Builders Group 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 Quest Builders Group. What should I do? +
Keep your breach letter, enroll in the free Cyberscout credit monitoring within the 90-day window described in the letter, and consider placing a fraud alert or a security freeze with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Because a Social Security number was reported to be involved, review your credit reports for accounts you did not open, watch for IRS or state tax notices about income you did not earn, and monitor your bank and credit-card statements. You can request free credit reports at annualcreditreport.com or 1-877-322-8228, and you can report suspicious activity to your financial institutions, law enforcement, and the Federal Trade Commission. A data breach attorney can review your options at no cost.
Am I eligible to join a class action against Quest Builders Group? +
Individuals who received a breach notice from Quest Builders Group are likely eligible for a free case review. Factors that can affect a potential claim include your state of residence, the categories of data exposed, and whether you have documented any unreimbursed fraud, out-of-pocket costs, or time spent addressing the breach.
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 Massachusetts Attorney General filing identifies Social Security numbers as involved. The letter sent to individuals describes the incident only in general terms and does not itemize the data elements, so check your individual letter, which may list details specific to you.
Did Quest Builders Group offer free credit monitoring? +
Yes. Quest Builders Group is offering 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company, along with fraud assistance resources. The letter requires enrollment within 90 days of its date. Enrolling does not waive your right to pursue a legal claim.
How many people were affected by the Quest Builders Group breach? +
The Massachusetts Attorney General filing lists one affected Massachusetts resident. Quest Builders Group has not publicly stated a nationwide total, and this page will be updated if a larger figure is reported to other regulators.
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 reported to the Massachusetts Attorney General and is available from the state's data breach records as filing No. 2026-1361. Dapeer Law can also help you obtain a copy during a free consultation.
Sources & references
- Official breach notice filing · Massachusetts Attorney General, Data Breach Notification (No. 2026-1361)
- Company · Quest Builders Group, Inc. (questbuildersgroup.com)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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