LaBonne’s Market Data Breach Investigation
Hy LaBonne & Sons, Inc. was listed in a Maine Attorney General filing concerning a reported hacking-related data incident. According to the filing, written notices were sent on May 5, 2026, and the information that may have been involved includes names and Social Security numbers. If you received a notice, it is important to review the company’s offer of credit monitoring and watch for signs of misuse. You can also fill out the form on this page to contact Strauss Borrelli PLLC and find out whether you may qualify for a claim.
Hy LaBonne & Sons, Inc. is a retail business based in Woodbury, Connecticut. Public breach-reporting materials identify it as an “Other Commercial Entity” in a filing with the Maine Attorney General. If you received a notice connected to this reported incident, the information below explains what has been publicly disclosed and what steps may help protect you.
Key Facts at a Glance
- Company: Hy LaBonne & Sons, Inc.
- Industry: Retail
- Location: Woodbury, Connecticut
- Incident type: Reported external system breach (hacking), according to the Maine filing
- Reported incident date: October 20, 2025
- Reported discovery date: March 16, 2026
- Notice date: May 5, 2026
- Publicly reported affected count: 18 Maine residents; the total overall count was not publicly provided
- Information that may have been involved: Name and Social Security number
- Protection offered: 24 months of credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services through Experian
What Happened?
According to a filing posted by the Maine Attorney General, Hy LaBonne & Sons, Inc. reported an external system breach described as hacking. The filing lists October 20, 2025 as the date of the reported incident and states that it was discovered on March 16, 2026.
The same filing indicates that written notice letters were sent to consumers on May 5, 2026. Publicly available materials state that 18 Maine residents were affected, but they do not list the total number of people affected overall.
What Information Was Exposed?
Based on the available reporting data, the personal information that may have been involved includes names and Social Security numbers. Publicly accessible materials do not provide a more detailed breakdown for each person, so the exact data elements may vary by individual.
If you received a notice letter, read it carefully to confirm what information the company says may have been involved in your case. The Maine filing also states that Experian credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services were offered for 24 months.
What Should You Do Next?
- Review the notice letter carefully. Confirm what information the company says may have been involved and note any deadlines for enrolling in free protection services.
- Enroll in the offered Experian services. If credit monitoring and identity theft restoration were offered to you, taking advantage of those benefits can add another layer of protection.
- Check your credit and financial accounts. Look for unfamiliar activity, and consider obtaining your free credit reports to watch for new accounts or other suspicious changes.
- Consider a fraud alert or credit freeze. If your Social Security number may have been involved, these tools can help reduce the risk of new-account fraud.
- Keep records. Save your notice letter, screenshots, account statements, and notes about any time spent, fees paid, or suspicious activity you experience.
- Contact the company if you need more information. The filing lists a contact phone number of (203) 263-1940 and an email address of ssica@mullen.law.
- Ask about your legal options. If you received a notice and want to understand whether you may have a claim, you can fill out the form on this page to contact Strauss Borrelli PLLC.
Your Legal Rights
People affected by a reported data incident may have legal rights, but those rights depend on the facts, the type of information involved, and the law that applies. In some situations, affected individuals may be entitled to clear notice, identity theft protection, and information about what happened and what was done in response.
Depending on the circumstances, people may also be able to pursue claims related to the exposure of personal information, out-of-pocket losses, time spent addressing the problem, or identity theft-related harm. A lawyer can evaluate the publicly available information, your notice letter, and any actual misuse of your information to help explain potential next steps.
Why Hire Strauss Borrelli PLLC?
Strauss Borrelli PLLC represents individuals in data breach and privacy matters and has experience assessing reported cyber incidents, notice letters, and the real-world impact on affected people. Our team focuses on clear, practical guidance so readers can understand what has been disclosed and what options may be available.
If you received a notice related to the reported Hy LaBonne & Sons incident, Strauss Borrelli PLLC can review the available facts and help you understand whether you may qualify to pursue a claim. You can contact the firm by filling out the form provided on this page.
If you received a breach notification letter from LaBonne's Market:
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.
