We are investigating a breach impacting Automated Business Solutions
Posted on September 10, 2025
Overview
Barnow and Associates, P.C. is investigating a data breach involving Automated Business Solutions (“ABS”), a business technology company based in Warwick, Rhode Island. The breach may have compromised sensitive personal information belonging to an undetermined number of individuals.
About Automated Business Solutions
Automated Business Solutions provides office equipment and IT solutions, including printers, multi-function machines, postage, network security, managed IT, and document management services.
What Happened?
ABS recently reported to authorities that unauthorized access to its network occurred between July 16 and July 17, 2025. The breach potentially exposed sensitive personal information, including:
- Full names
- Social Security numbers
- Bank account information
What You Can Do
If you received a data breach notification letter from Automated Business Solutions, you may be entitled to compensation or other remedies. Our firm is exploring legal options for affected individuals, including the possibility of a class action lawsuit to recover damages for the potential misuse of personal information.
To protect yourself, consider the following steps:
- Enroll in Credit Monitoring: Consider enrolling in a credit monitoring service to help you monitor your credit.
- Place a Fraud Alert: Contact one of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion) to place a free one-year fraud alert on your credit file, requiring creditors to verify your identity before opening new accounts.
- Consider a Security Freeze: Request a security freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized access to your credit report. This can be done by contacting Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion.
- Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly review your financial statements and credit reports for suspicious activity. You are entitled to one free credit report every 12 months from each major credit bureau at www.annualcreditreport.com.
- File a Police Report: If you suspect identity theft, file a police report with your local law enforcement agency and obtain a copy for your records.
Contact Us
If you were affected by the Automated Business Solutions data breach, we would like to hear from you to discuss your rights and potential legal remedies. Please fill out the form below to share your experience or contact our office directly at (312) 621-0600 or via email at info@barnowlaw.com.
