PRIVACY & DATA BREACH
Lynch Carpenter is nationally recognized for its leadership in privacy and data breach litigation. We represent individuals and institutions harmed by data breaches, negligent security practices, and unlawful data collection. Our attorneys have helped recover over $250 million for affected parties and have served in lead roles in major cases involving TikTok, Equifax, Apple, and MOVEit. We are committed to protecting consumer data and setting legal precedents that hold companies accountable.
EMPLOYMENT & WAGE AND HOUR
Lynch Carpenter represents workers involving wage theft, unpaid overtime, misclassification, and other labor violations. With a strong record under the FLSA and state wage laws, we fight to ensure employees receive the pay and protections they deserve. Our team has recovered millions on behalf of workers across industries, including a $2.55 million settlement in Copley v. Evolution Well Services for employees who were unpaid for travel time to remote job sites.
CONSUMER PROTECTION
Lynch Carpenter protects consumers from deceptive business practices, false advertising, hidden fees, and dangerous or defective products. We hold corporations accountable helping clients recover losses and enforce their rights under state and federal consumer laws. Our team has secured millions in relief nationwide, including a $1.075 billion injury settlement in the Philips CPAP litigation over recalled respiratory devices.
FINANCIAL FRAUD & LENDING PRACTICES
Lynch Carpenter represents individuals harmed by deceptive financial practices. Our attorneys have led high-impact class actions against major banks and financial institutions, recovering millions for victims. Notable victories include a $38.2 million settlement for military members in CitiMortgage SCRA Litig. and a $24 million recovery in national litigation on behalf of second mortgage borrowers We fight to protect consumers and hold financial companies accountable.
HIGHER EDUCATION REFUNDS
Lynch Carpenter is a national leader in class actions against universities that failed to provide the in-person education and campus access students paid for during COVID-19. Our attorneys have secured multimillion-dollar settlements from major institutions, including a $17 million settlement with Penn State and $7.85 million with the University of Pittsburgh, helping students recover tuition and fees for services never delivered. We continue to advocate for students seeking fair treatment and accountability in higher education.
ANTITRUST
Lynch Carpenter represents individuals and businesses harmed by anti-competitive conduct. Our team has recovered nearly $50 million in settlements for employees affected by wage-suppressing no-poach deals in the railway industry and helped secure a $2.7 billion nationwide settlement in the Blue Cross BlueShield antitrust litigation. We are committed to protecting fair competition for consumers and workers
DISABILITY LEGAL CLINIC
For over a decade, Lynch Carpenter’s Disability Legal Clinic has helped individuals navigate the Social Security disability claims process, from initial applications to appeals and hearings. We provide personalized support and experienced legal representation to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. If you need guidance or representation, we’re here to help.
