On January 16, 2025, Edw. C. Levy Co., also known as The Levy Group of Companies (“Levy”), filed a notice of data breach with the Attorney General of Maine after hackers deployed a ransomware attack against the company. In this notice, Levy explains that the incident resulted in an unauthorized party being able to access consumers’ sensitive information. Upon completing its investigation, Levy began sending out data breach notification letters to all individuals whose information was affected by the recent data security incident.
If you received a data breach notification from Edw. C. Levy Co., it is essential you understand what is at risk and what you can do about it. A data breach lawyer can help you learn more about how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft, as well as discuss your legal options following The Levy Group of Companies data breach. For more information, please see our recent piece on the topic here.
What Caused the Levy Data Breach?
The Levy Group of Companies data breach was only recently announced, and more information is expected in the near future. However, Levy’s filing with the Attorney General of Maine provides some important information on what led up to the breach. According to this source, on November 1, 2023, Levy was targeted in a ransomware attack. In response, Levy reported the incident to law enforcement and then launched an investigation with the help of outside cybersecurity experts.
Through this investigation, Levy learned that certain files on its network were subject to unauthorized access, including those containing confidential information belonging to certain individuals.
After learning that sensitive consumer data was accessible to an unauthorized party, The Levy Group of Companies reviewed the compromised files to determine what information was leaked and which consumers were impacted. While the data breach letter posted on the Maine Attorney General’s website does not mention the specific information that was leaked, on January 16, 2025, The Levy Group of Companies sent out personalized data breach letters to anyone who was affected by the recent data security incident. These letters should provide victims with a list of what information belonging to them was compromised.
More Information About Edw. C. Levy Co.
Edw. C. Levy Co. is a global leader in the construction and steel mill services industry, providing innovative solutions for infrastructure, materials production, and recycling. Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, the company operates across multiple industries, including steel, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete, offering a wide range of services such as slag handling, construction materials, road building, and environmental solutions. Founded in 1918, Edw. C. Levy Co. is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and its role in developing efficient and environmentally responsible practices. The company employs approximately 1,500 employees and generates an estimated $729 million in annual revenue.
