Markowitz Ringel Trusty & Hartog Data Breach Investigation
According to a notice issued by Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty & Hartog, P.A., the firm reported a network security incident that may have involved personal information. The notice says an unauthorized actor accessed or acquired certain data, and letters were sent to potentially affected individuals in April 2026. Information that may have been involved includes Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, financial account information, and medical or health insurance information. If you received a notice, this page explains what is known, what steps to consider, and how to fill out the form on this page to see whether you may qualify for a claim.
Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty & Hartog, P.A. is a Florida law firm that provides legal services. According to the firm’s public notice, it recently disclosed a network security event that may have involved personal information associated with certain individuals.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Company: Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty & Hartog, P.A. (MRTH)
- Industry: Legal services
- Reported event type: Hacking / IT incident affecting the firm’s network
- When the activity was reportedly identified: On or about August 8, 2025, according to the notice
- Notice date: April 16, 2026
- Public AG listing date: April 15, 2026, according to filing data
- Information that may have been involved: Name, Social Security number, driver’s license number, financial account information, payment card information, health insurance information, and medical information
- How many people were affected: Not publicly disclosed; the notice refers to certain individuals
- Credit monitoring: MRTH says it is offering credit monitoring to impacted individuals for whom it has a valid mailing address
- Company contact: 1-800-405-6108
What Happened?
According to MRTH’s notice, the firm became aware of suspicious system activity affecting its network on or about August 8, 2025. The notice says an investigation later determined that an unauthorized actor accessed or acquired certain data that day. MRTH also states that it notified law enforcement, reviewed the data at risk to identify whose information was involved, and then sent notices after that review concluded. At the time of the notice, MRTH said it was not aware of attempted or actual identity theft or fraud in connection with the event.
What Information Was Exposed?
MRTH says the information involved may have included a combination of personal and sensitive data elements. According to the notice, those data elements may have included a person’s name, Social Security number, driver’s license number, health insurance information, financial account information, payment card information, and medical information. The exact combination may vary by individual, and the firm did not publicly disclose a total affected population in the materials provided.
What Should You Do Next?
- Review any letter you received carefully. If MRTH offered credit monitoring or identity protection services, consider enrolling before any stated deadline.
- Monitor financial and health-related accounts. Watch bank, card, and insurance statements for unfamiliar activity, denied claims, or services you did not receive.
- Check your credit reports. You can obtain free reports through AnnualCreditReport.com and look for new accounts, address changes, or other unexpected items.
- Consider a fraud alert or credit freeze. A fraud alert tells businesses to take extra steps to verify your identity, while a credit freeze restricts access to your credit file.
- Keep records. Save the notice, screenshots, account statements, and notes about any suspicious activity or time spent dealing with the issue.
- Ask questions if you need help. MRTH listed 1-800-405-6108 for questions, and if you want to understand possible legal options, you can fill out the form on this page to see whether you may qualify for a claim.
Your Legal Rights
Your legal rights depend on the facts of the incident, the type of information involved, and the laws that apply to you. In reported data incident matters, individuals may have rights related to notice, access to any offered credit-monitoring services, and potential claims if sensitive information may have been accessed and later misused or if reasonable safeguards were allegedly lacking. Whether any claim exists here would require a case-specific review, including what information was involved, what harm occurred, and what state law applies.
This page is general information, not individualized legal advice. If you received a notice and have concerns about your situation, an attorney can help explain what documents to preserve and whether there may be a basis to pursue compensation or other relief.
Why Hire Strauss Borrelli PLLC?
Strauss Borrelli PLLC represents consumers in data breach and privacy matters and understands how to investigate reported security incidents involving financial, medical, and identifying information. Our team can review the notice you received, help you understand practical next steps, and evaluate whether you may have a viable claim. If you want to speak with our firm, contact us or use the form provided on this page for a free case review.
Find out if you qualify for compensation
We would like to speak with you about your rights and potential legal remedies in response to this data breach. Please fill out the form, below, or contact us at 872.263.1100 or sam@straussborrelli.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty & Hartog report a data incident?
Yes. According to its public notice, Markowitz, Ringel, Trusty & Hartog, P.A. reported a network security incident that may have involved personal information associated with certain individuals.
What information may have been involved in the MRTH incident?
According to MRTH’s notice, the information may have included a combination of name, Social Security number, driver’s license number, health insurance information, financial account information, payment card information, and medical information.
When did MRTH say the incident happened?
According to the notice, MRTH became aware of suspicious system activity on or about August 8, 2025, and its investigation reportedly found that certain data was accessed or acquired that same day. Notice letters were sent in April 2026.
Did MRTH say identity theft or fraud has occurred?
MRTH’s notice states that, at the time of publication, the firm was not aware of attempted or actual identity theft or fraud in connection with the event. Even so, affected individuals should still monitor accounts and credit reports.
What should I do if I received an MRTH notice letter?
If you received an MRTH notice letter, consider enrolling in any offered credit monitoring, review your bank and insurance statements, obtain your free credit reports, consider a fraud alert or freeze, and keep a copy of the notice for your records.
