CenterPoint Energy Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Personal Information

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    "title": "CenterPoint Energy Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Launches Investigation Into Exposure of Personal Information",
    "excerpt": "National class action firm offering free case evaluations to individuals impacted by the CenterPoint Energy cybersecurity incident HOUSTON , Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the CenterPoint Energy data breach. The CenterPoint Energy data breach was reportedly posted on September 1, 2026. What Happened On September 1, 2026, a threat actor claimed to have leaked CenterPoint Energy data, including millions of records in JSON and CSV formats. CenterPoint Energy has not yet commented on the breach. Information Exposed The CenterPoint Energy data breach may have compromised certain personal information, including customer names, phone numbers, service and billing addresses, account information, premise IDs, billing amounts, payment status, service details, autopay and paperless billing status, and partial Social Security numbers. Who May Be Impacted Individuals who received a data breach notification from CenterPoint Energy may face an increased risk of identity theft and fraud . Your Legal Options Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a potential class action to pursue legal remedies on behalf of individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised in the CenterPoint Energy breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost. Recommended...",
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