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Got a notice from State of California, Department of Industrial Relations? Here’s what to do.

State of California, Department of Industrial Relations told the California Attorney General that people’s information was exposed. If you got a letter, work through the steps below.

Your checklist

  1. 1

    Keep the letter

    Save the notice from State of California, Department of Industrial Relations and its envelope. The date you were told can matter for legal deadlines.

  2. 2

    Freeze your credit

    The filing does not list what was taken, so play it safe. A free freeze at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion stops new accounts being opened in your name.

  3. 3

    Change reused passwords

    Change any password you used with this company or reused elsewhere, and turn on two-factor sign-in.

  4. 4

    Get a free claim review

    Our legal team checks whether you can be paid for this breach. No fee unless you recover.

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About the State of California, Department of Industrial Relations breach

Reported to
California Attorney General
Date filed
September 19, 2025
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

The State of California, Department of Industrial Relations is a government agency responsible for protecting the workforce, enforcing labor laws, and overseeing workers' compensation and workplace safety. Given its regulatory and administrative function, the department maintains extensive sensitive records, including Social Security numbers, employment history, and detailed personal identification required for processing claims and benefits. This incident was officially reported to the California Attorney General in 2025, and the department has issued formal data breach notification letters to all impacted individuals. If you have received such a letter, it indicates that your personal information held within the department’s systems may have been compromised. We recommend reviewing the correspondence carefully to understand the specific nature of the exposure and the identity protection services being offered.

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