Federman Sherwood Investigates ERMCO Data Breach Affecting Massachusetts Residents and Potentially Others Nationwide
Federman & Sherwood, a law firm, is investigating a data breach that occurred at Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc. (ERMCO). The investigation follows a notification filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General, indicating that the incident affected at least three Massachusetts residents, with the potential for additional individuals nationwide to be impacted. The compromised information may include sensitive personal data such as names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license information, and medical information. ERMCO is identified as one of the largest U.S. manufacturers of liquid-filled and oil-filled distribution transformers and power solutions. Federman & Sherwood is specifically looking into whether ERMCO had adequate cybersecurity safeguards in place to protect this sensitive information, and individuals affected by the breach are encouraged to contact the firm to understand their legal rights.