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Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC Data Breach — Case File

SC · AG Filing: May 15, 2026

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Exposed Data — What's at Risk

Based on the data types reported in this filing:

Identity Theftcritical risk

Your SSN is the master key to your identity. Once exposed, criminals can open new lines of credit, take out loans, or file taxes in your name.

Identity Verification Bypassmedium risk

Combined with a name and other leaked data, date of birth helps criminals pass identity verification questions at banks and government agencies.

SIM Swap & Vishingmedium risk

Phone numbers exposed in breaches are used for SIM swapping attacks — hijacking your number to bypass two-factor authentication on financial accounts.

Incident Overview

Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC was the subject of a data breach notification filed with the SC Attorney General. The AG filing was recorded on May 15, 2026.

From the AG filing description

Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC operates as a prominent legal practice within South Carolina, providing specialized legal counsel, litigation services, and regulatory representation to individuals and corporate entities alike. Because of the nature of modern legal advocacy, the firm routinely collects, processes, and stores an extensive volume of confidential information. This includes sensitive client files, privileged communications, detailed financial records, opposing counsel correspondence, and comprehensive personal identification data necessary for executing legal strategies, drafting court documents, and managing complex case portfolios. Consequently, the firm functions as a central repository for highly sensitive, private data that demands rigorous administrative, physical, and technical safeguards. In 2026, Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC formally reported a significant security incident to the South Carolina Attorney General, revealing that unauthorized actors had infiltrated its digital environment. While cyberattacks targeting legal institutions frequently involve sophisticated ransomware deployments, phishing vectors, or credential harvesting that compromise internal servers and document management systems, incidents of this nature typically expose structural vulnerabilities in network defenses. When threat actors successfully bypass perimeter controls, they often gain unrestricted access to internal repositories housing years of confidential client data, operational files, and proprietary legal documents before detection occurs. The breach exposed a wide array of sensitive information, including full names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, financial account details, and confidential legal documentation. The compromise of such high-value data creates immediate and severe risks for affected individuals. Social Security numbers and dates of birth are the foundational building blocks for identity theft, enabling bad actors to open fraudulent credit lines, secure unauthorized loans, or intercept government benefits. Furthermore, the exposure of personal financial records and case-specific documentation leaves victims uniquely vulnerable to targeted financial fraud, extortion attempts, and sophisticated social engineering schemes designed to exploit the intimate details revealed in their legal files. Under South Carolina data protection laws, as well as common law duties of confidentiality and reasonable care, Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC was legally obligated to implement and maintain robust security measures to protect the sensitive information entrusted to it. Law firms are held to high standards of data security given the inherent sensitivity of the privileged material they handle. A breach of this magnitude strongly suggests potential failures in network monitoring, encryption standards, or access controls, raising critical questions about whether the firm adhered to industry-standard security frameworks necessary to prevent foreseeable cyber threats. Receiving a data breach notification letter from Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC serves as formal acknowledgment that your private information was compromised due to inadequate data security practices. Legally, this notification establishes your standing to participate in a class action lawsuit aimed at holding the firm accountable for failing to safeguard your data. You do not need to prove that you have already suffered actual financial loss to seek legal recourse; the increased risk of identity theft and the invasion of privacy are sufficient grounds for action. Our firm evaluates these cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we successfully recover compensation on your behalf.

Quick Facts

State Filed
SC
Date Reported to AG
May 15, 2026
Date of Breach
Not disclosed
Records Affected
Not disclosed
Status
Investigation Open
Last Updated
Oct 5, 2026
Data Types Exposed
Full NameSocial Security NumberDate of BirthHome AddressPhone NumberEmail AddressFinancial Account DetailsConfidential Legal Case Records

Are You One of the Victims?

You may have been affected by the Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC data breach if:

  • You received a written data breach notification letter from Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC
  • You are or were a customer, patient, or employee of Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC
  • Your information was held by Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC in SC
  • Your bank or payment card data was potentially exposed

What the Law Gives You

Common categories of compensation in data breach class actions

Lost Time & Remediation Costs

The hours spent responding to a data breach — canceling accounts, contacting credit bureaus, updating passwords, and investigating fraud — represent compensable economic harm in data breach litigation.

Identity Theft Protection Costs

Once your SSN is exposed, protection becomes an ongoing expense. Plaintiffs in data breach settlements have recovered costs for credit freezes, identity protection subscriptions, and time spent dealing with fraudulent accounts — sometimes covering multiple years of exposure.

Banking & Account Fees

Fees charged to close and reopen accounts, issue replacement cards, or dispute fraudulent transactions are recoverable in data breach litigation. So are the costs of overdrafts, late payments, and credit damage caused by unauthorized activity.

Emotional Distress

Data breach victims regularly report anxiety, loss of sleep, and ongoing fear of identity theft. These non-economic harms are cognizable injuries in data breach litigation, particularly in cases involving SSN or medical record exposure.

Note: an attorney general breach filing does not by itself establish a settlement fund, a payment amount, or a claim deadline. If an official settlement notice is later issued, rely on that notice for payment details and deadlines.

Applicable State Law

This breach was reported under the South Carolina data breach notification law, which mandates notification and establishes your right to seek damages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need proof that my data was misused to file a claim against Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC?

No. Under South Carolina data breach notification law and federal law, the unauthorized exposure of your personal data — regardless of whether it has been actively misused — can be sufficient grounds for a claim. The breach itself is the injury.

How much does filing a claim cost?

Nothing. The Law Office of David S. Harris handles data breach cases on contingency — you pay zero upfront and owe nothing unless compensation is recovered.

My Social Security Number was exposed. What should I do right now?

Immediately place a free credit freeze at all three bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name. Then file a complaint with the FTC at IdentityTheft.gov and contact our office — SSN exposure is one of the most serious breach types.

My financial account data was exposed. Can the bank recover my losses?

Banks may reverse fraudulent charges, but they are not obligated to compensate you for time lost, stress, or indirect damages. A class action claim against the breached company can recover those additional categories of harm.

Is there a deadline to file a claim?

State statutes of limitations for data breach claims typically run 2–4 years from the date of the breach or its discovery. Because this breach was recently disclosed, the window is open — but acting early preserves your options and strengthens the case.

What if Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC offered me free credit monitoring after the breach?

Accepting free credit monitoring from Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC does not waive your right to pursue legal action unless you signed a specific release waiving claims. In most cases, victims who accepted monitoring can still file.

Do I need to have received a notice letter to be eligible?

Not necessarily. Many data breach victims are never notified directly. If your personal information was held by Charlie Condon Law Firm, LLC during the relevant period, you may still qualify even without receiving a letter. A free eligibility review can confirm your status.

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