National class action firm offering free case evaluations to individuals impacted by the Carhartt cybersecurity incident

DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Carhartt data breach. The Carhartt data breach was reported on or about August 13, 2026.

What Happened

On or about August 13, 2026, ShinyHunters, an extortion group, claimed it stole more than 50GB of documents containing personal customer and employee data. Carhartt has not acknowledged this claim yet. Reports indicate the breach affected over 12.9 million Carhartt accounts.

Information Exposed

The Carhartt data breach may have compromised certain personal information, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, and addresses.

Who May Be Impacted

Individuals who received a data breach notification from Carhartt may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud.

Your Legal Options

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the Carhartt breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the  Carhartt incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; or click HERE to request a free consultation.

About Carhartt

Founded in 1889, Carhartt is a U.S. brand best known for its tough, reliable work clothing.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

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