About The Vernon Law Firm, A Professional Association
The Vernon Law Firm, a professional legal association based in Burlington, NC, recently experienced a data breach incident. The breach involved unauthorized access to external systems, impacting personal information of 781 individuals. The firm, located at 522 S. Lexington Avenue, is addressing this incident with the assistance of third-party specialists. The breach was discovered on November 4, 2025, and affected individuals have been notified subsequently.
What Happened
On February 3, 2025, we discovered suspicious activity potentially related to an employee email account. Upon discovery, we secured our email system and network. We then began working with third-party computer specialists to investigate the full nature and scope of the incident. Based on the investigation, it was determined that a limited number of Vernon Law employee email accounts were subject to unauthorized access. As a result, with the assistance of third-party specialists, we began a comprehensive and time-consuming review of the impacted accounts to determine the type of information contained therein and to whom that information related. On November 4, 2025, this comprehensive review process was completed. We are now notifying potentially impacted individuals out of an abundance of caution.
The breach involved unauthorized access to employee email accounts, potentially impacting personal data of individuals associated with Vernon Law. The firm discovered the breach on February 3, 2025, and completed a thorough investigation by November 4, 2025, affecting 781 individuals.
Next Steps
Affected individuals are advised to remain vigilant by monitoring their account statements and credit reports for any unauthorized transactions. The Vernon Law Firm recommends that individuals promptly contact their financial institutions if any suspicious activity is detected. Additionally, the firm encourages individuals to enroll in the complimentary identity monitoring services offered, and to refer to the enclosed document titled “Steps You Can Take to Help Protect Your Information” for further guidance.
Identity Theft Protection Services
The Vernon Law Firm has arranged for impacted individuals to receive complimentary identity theft protection services through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company. These services include Single Bureau Credit Monitoring, Single Bureau Credit Report, and Single Bureau Credit Score services for a duration of 12 months. Affected individuals must enroll within 90 days from the notification date to take advantage of these services. The firm emphasizes that these services are provided at no cost and are designed to help protect against potential misuse of personal information.