DATA BREACH ALERT: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Is Investigating Claims On Behalf Of Columbia University Customers Whose Data May Have Been Compromised
NEW YORK, July 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Edelson Lechtzin LLP, based in suburban Philadelphia, is investigating data privacy claims regarding an incident at Columbia University (“Columbia”). Columbia learned of a data breach on or about June 24, 2025.
If you have received a notice concerning the Columbia University data breach and would like to speak with a lawyer, go HERE.
About Columbia University
Founded in 1754, Columbia University is a private Ivy League institution located in New York City.
What happened?
On or about June 24, 2025, a politically motivated cybercriminal successfully infiltrated Columbia University’s computer systems, resulting in the theft of student documents and a temporary disruption of the institution’s network. This incident prevented students and staff from accessing their email accounts, coursework, and video conferencing software for several hours.
How can I protect my personal data?
If you receive a data breach notification concerning Columbia University, you should take steps to protect yourself against identity theft and fraud by regularly reviewing your account statements and monitoring your credit reports for any suspicious or unauthorized activity.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a class action lawsuit to seek legal remedies for individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised by the Columbia data breach.
For more information, please contact:
Marc H. Edelson, Esq.
EDELSON LECHTZIN LLP
411 S. State Street, Suite N-300
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 844-696-7492 ext. 2
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.edelson-law.com
About Edelson Lechtzin LLP
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to cases involving data breaches, our lawyers focus on class and collective litigation in cases alleging securities and investment fraud, violations of the federal antitrust laws, employee benefit plans under ERISA, wage theft, and consumer fraud.
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