Barnhart Crane & Rigging Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Personal Information
On May 21, 2026, Barnhart Crane & Rigging Company, Inc. began notifying individuals potentially affected by a data breach that occurred between April 23 and April 24, 2025. The company, which operates over 70 locations across North America, detected unauthorized access to its network systems and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate the incident.
The breach may have exposed a wide range of sensitive personal data, including:
- Full names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license or state ID numbers
- Passport numbers
- Financial account details
- Birthdates
- Health and insurance information
While the exact number of affected individuals has not been disclosed, legal professionals are examining whether a class action lawsuit could be filed on behalf of those impacted. Such a lawsuit could seek compensation for privacy violations, time spent addressing the breach, and out-of-pocket costs.
Barnhart has since posted a data breach notice on its website, and affected individuals may have received direct notifications. The investigation remains ongoing.
Source: https://www.classaction.org/data-breach-lawsuits/barnhart-crane-and-rigging-company-may-2026
Barnhart Crane & Rigging cybersecurity rating report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/barnhart-crane-&-rigging
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