Got a data breach letter from ZA?
Dapeer Law, P.A. is investigating a potential class action against ZA (listed in state filings as Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC), a CPA firm with an office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on behalf of individuals whose personal information may have been affected by a data security incident ZA reported to Massachusetts regulators in November 2026.
Latest on the ZA data breach
- : Dapeer Law opened its investigation following notice filings posted by the Massachusetts Attorney General.
Who qualifies for the ZA data breach investigation
You may be eligible to participate in a class action if any of the following applies:
- You received a data breach notification letter from ZA.
- Your letter offered free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX. The posted Massachusetts letter leaves the length of the service and the enrollment deadline blank, so check your own copy.
- You had information held by ZA, a CPA firm that provides services to certain business or governmental clients, including the Pennsylvania Department of State (PA-DOS).
- 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 in the ZA data breach
ZA, a CPA firm that provides services to certain business or governmental clients, including the Pennsylvania Department of State (PA-DOS), sent letters notifying individuals of an incident that may affect the privacy of some of their information. The posted letter states that after identifying the issue, ZA acted quickly to secure its systems and conducted an investigation to determine the full nature and scope of the event. The letter does not say when the incident happened, when it was discovered, or how it happened.
The Massachusetts filing reports 23 Massachusetts residents affected. It lists Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account information and medical information. ZA is offering credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX at no cost, but the posted letter leaves the length of the service and the enrollment deadline blank. ZA says it has no evidence of any identity theft or fraud occurring as a result of this incident.
Whether ZA's security practices met legal standards, and what the incident means for the people whose information it held, are among the issues being evaluated.
What to do if you got a ZA data breach letter
Keep your notice letter
Do not discard it. Your letter contains the IDX enrollment code for credit monitoring and is important evidence if you decide to participate in a lawsuit.
Enroll in the free IDX credit monitoring
Follow the IDX enrollment instructions in your letter before the deadline printed there. ZA cannot enroll you on your behalf. The posted sample letter leaves the length of the service and the deadline blank, so check your own copy. 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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ZA 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 CPA 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.
ZA data breach FAQ
I received a data breach letter from ZA. What should I do? +
Keep the letter. Enroll in the free IDX credit monitoring and identity theft protection using the enrollment code and deadline in your letter. Review your account statements, credit reports and explanations of benefits for suspicious activity, consider a fraud alert or credit freeze, and contact a data breach attorney for a free consultation. Enrolling does not waive your right to pursue a claim.
Is the ZA data breach letter real or a scam? +
ZA has reported this incident to the Massachusetts Attorney General. Compare your letter to the official filing linked in Sources below, and use only the enrollment website and phone number printed in your letter. Be cautious of unexpected calls, texts or emails about the breach that ask for your Social Security number or account login. If you are unsure, send your letter to Dapeer Law for a free review.
Am I eligible to join a class action against ZA? +
If you received a breach notice letter from ZA about this incident, you are likely eligible for a free case evaluation. Eligibility depends on your state of residence, the categories of your information involved, 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? +
The Massachusetts filing lists Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account information and medical information. The posted letter does not include a section listing what information was involved, so your own letter may say more about your information.
Did ZA offer free credit monitoring? +
Yes. The posted Massachusetts letter says ZA is offering credit monitoring and identity theft protection services through IDX at no cost. That posted letter leaves the length of the service and the enrollment deadline blank, so check your own letter for both. ZA cannot enroll you on your behalf. Enrollment is separate from, and does not waive, your right to pursue a claim.
How many people were affected by the ZA breach? +
ZA reported 23 affected Massachusetts residents in its Massachusetts filing. That is a Massachusetts-only count. A total for all states has not been disclosed in the sources reviewed. 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? +
ZA's notice letter is posted on the mass.gov website as part of its Massachusetts data breach filing (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 data breach notification filing, Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC
- Company · Zelenkofske Axelrod, LLC (zallc.org)
- Credit bureau freezes · Equifax · Experian · TransUnion
- Free weekly credit reports · AnnualCreditReport.com
- Identity theft recovery guide · FTC IdentityTheft.gov
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