Data Breach Legal Steps

Summary

If your personal information is compromised in a data breach in Illinois, report the breach to the Illinois Attorney Generals office, freeze your credit reports, and monitor your accounts closely. Visit the Illinois Attorney Generals website for more information.

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So i got a letter in the mail from MERS Goodwill, stating that they had a third party go in their system, and delete files. And one of the files accessed was one with my name, social security number, and date of birth. All they did was give me a app for me to have to frequently monitor my credit. I'm just terrified now of identity theft and what ifs.
I understand your concern. Could you please tell me where you are located so I can provide information relevant to your jurisdiction? Also, have you noticed any unauthorized activity on your accounts or credit report?
Im about to look right now, and my location is Centralia, illinois *
I understand your worry. In Illinois:
- Report the breach to the Illinois Attorney General's office.
- Freeze your credit reports.
- Monitor your accounts closely.
Find more info at Illinois Attorney General's website [www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov](http://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov)
Okay thank you!
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Remember, it's important to act swiftly to minimize any potential damage. Stay safe!