DALLAS, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating data privacy claims arising from the Longhorn Investments data breach. Longhorn Investments, a Texas-based direct private lender, reported the data breach on August 22, 2026.

What Happened

On or about August 22, 2026, a dark web post indicated that Longhorn Investments was subjected to a data breach. Coinbase Cartel, a ransomware group, claimed responsibility for the attack.

Information Exposed

The Longhorn Investments data breach may have compromised certain personal information.

Who May Be Impacted

Individuals who received a data breach notification from Longhorn Investments 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 Longhorn Investments breach. The firm will evaluate your rights and potential claims at no cost.

Recommended Protective Steps

Review account statements and credit reports regularly and remain vigilant for suspicious activity. Confirm whether your information was involved in the Longhorn Investments incident and preserve any letters or emails you received about the breach. Consider placing fraud alerts and credit monitoring.

Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation

Speak confidentially with a data privacy attorney today: Marc Edelson, Esq., Edelson Lechtzin LLP, 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940; Phone: 844-696-7492; Email: medelson@edelson-law.com; or click HERE to request a free consultation.

About Longhorn Investments

Longhorn Investments is a private hard money lender that provides short-term funding for real estate investors.

About Edelson Lechtzin LLP

Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a national class action law firm with offices in Pennsylvania and California. In addition to data breach litigation, the firm handles class and collective actions involving securities and investment fraud, federal antitrust violations, ERISA employee benefit plans, wage theft, and consumer fraud

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