Louisiana Machinery Company Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Personal Information Louisiana Machinery Company (also known as Louisiana Cat), a Louisiana-based dealer and service provider for Caterpillar equipment, has reported a significant data breach affecting individuals nationwide. The company, which operates in construction, power generation, and forestry industries, disclosed the incident to the Texas Attorney General’s office on May 28, 2026, revealing that at least 250 Texas residents were impacted. The breach exposed a wide range of sensitive personal data, including: - Names and addresses - Social Security numbers and driver’s license numbers - Government-issued ID numbers (e.g., passports, state IDs) - Financial information (account numbers, credit/debit card details) - Medical and health insurance information - Dates of birth and other personal identifiers The law firm Shamis & Gentile P.A., specializing in data breach class actions, is investigating the incident and potential compensation for affected individuals. The full scope of the breach and the number of impacted individuals outside Texas remain unclear.