Third-party ransomware monitoring sites report that Ben F. Barcus and Associates PLLC, a law firm based in Tacoma, Washington, experienced a data breach on May 11, 2026. The Genesis ransomware group is cited as the threat actor.
While the threat posts allege "sensitive client data" was compromised, the specific types of data, such as Social Security numbers, medical information, or financial account data, have not been publicly confirmed by an authoritative source. The number of affected individuals and notifications sent to consumers also remain publicly unconfirmed.
Details surrounding this incident may change as more information becomes available. Official notifications from the company or state regulatory bodies have not been found.