Central National Gottesman Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Exposure of Social Security Numbers and Financial Data

National class action firm offers free case evaluations to individuals affected by the Central National Gottesman breach

PURCHASE, N.Y., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from a data breach at Central National Gottesman. The breach reportedly stems from a March 2, 2026 ransomware attack, and Central National Gottesman began notifying affected individuals on August 28, 2026. Those affected may be entitled to compensation, and the firm is offering free, confidential case evaluations.

What Happened

On or about March 2, 2026, the ransomware group Payouts King reportedly claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Central National Gottesman. Two former employees sued in April, alleging the company failed to protect sensitive data and delayed notification.

Information Exposed

According to breach notifications, the exposed data may include:

• Social Security numbers
• Driver's license and government-issued ID numbers
• Financial information, including account and payment card numbers
• Medical and health insurance information
• Dates of birth, addresses, and contact details

This is an unusually broad set of sensitive identifiers, sharply raising the risk of identity theft and fraud.

Who May Be Affected

Anyone who received a breach notification from Central National Gottesman may face a heightened, long-term risk of identity theft and financial fraud. The notification letter is the most reliable confirmation that your information was involved.

What Affected Individuals Should Do

• Place a credit freeze with all three bureaus — Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. It is free and takes minutes.
• Set up fraud alerts and monitor your credit reports and account statements for unfamiliar activity.
• Watch for phishing — breach notices are a common disguise. Do not click links in unexpected messages.
• Review medical statements and explanations of benefits for services you did not receive.
• Preserve any letters or emails you receive about the breach.

Free Case Evaluation

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action on behalf of individuals whose sensitive data was compromised. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

To request a free, confidential consultation, click HERE.

Speak with a data privacy attorney: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940 Phone: 844-696-7492 | Email: [email protected]

About Central National Gottesman

Central National Gottesman, headquartered in Purchase, New York, is a global company that distributes and markets paper, packaging, wood, tissue, and metal products.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. The firm handles data breach, securities fraud, antitrust, ERISA, wage theft, and consumer fraud matters.

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