POLAM Federal Credit Union Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Personal Information
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the POLAM Federal Credit Union data breach. POLAM Federal Credit Union learned of a data breach on or about May 20, 2025.
What Happened
On or around May 20, 2025, POLAM Federal Credit Union was notified that a former employee illegally accessed and obtained specific documents from their system. An investigation by third-party cybersecurity professionals found that the breach may have exposed personal information.
Information Exposed
The POLAM Federal Credit Union data breach may have compromised certain personal information, including full names, addresses, Social Security numbers, credit and/or debit card number without password or security code, driver’s license number, financial account number with password or routing number, financial account number without password or routing number, Internal Revenue Service e-file personal identification number, loan number, passport number, medical history, condition, treatment, or diagnosis, individual taxpayer identification number, alien registration number..
Who May Be Impacted
Individuals who received a data breach notification from POLAM Federal Credit Union 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 POLAM Federal Credit Union 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 POLAM Federal Credit Union 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 POLAM Federal Credit Union
POLAM Federal Credit Union is a financial institution created to provide banking services and support to members of the Polish American community.
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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