Update:  The retail giant Target confirmed that it has identified a severe data breach that may have affected 70 – 110 million credit and debit card accounts used by consumers prior to Black Friday weekend and after in retail stores nationwide.   This is an increase from the 40 million reported initially. The dates of the unauthorized access are now being reported occurring prior to the black Friday sale day, which was on Nov. 27 and Dec. 15, 2013.  The data that was compromised involves the type stored on the magnetic strip of cards that were used at stores: customer name, credit or debit card number, the card’s expiration date and CVV (three-digit security code).  This type of breach could have lasting implications on consumers bank accounts and credit reports if the data is used.  To read more on this updated  story, click here.

If you feel you have been victimized by Target’s breach, the National Consumer Law Center (NCLC) has some helpful information.  Click here – NCLC_Info.

Our firm has represented victims of identify theft for years.  What we have discovered is a credit industry that will put their desire for profit over real victims.  We rarely litigate a case against the individual that has caused the theft.  However, we do represent people against the banks, credit cards companies and credit reporting agencies that refuse to update or correct the inaccurate and devastating information once notified.  If you are a victim of ID Theft or have information on your credit report that is causing you harm, we can help.  Contact us today for a free consultation.