Let’s say a breach hits your company. The bad kind. Ransomware, data theft, media buzz—the full circus.

Do you have a plan?

I’m not talking about the “we have antivirus” plan. I mean playbooks. Protocols. A real, documented incident response strategy.

If you do—great. You’re already ahead of most businesses. But here’s the part no one talks about:

What happens next?

What happens when the attorneys show up with a demand letter? When your inbox pings and it’s a “Notice of Intent to Sue”? When the press calls your office, and your receptionist nervously transfers the line to you?

Let me paint the picture.

Option 1: No Plan.

The media calls. “We’re hearing reports of a cyber attack—can you confirm?”

You respond: “We’re investigating and trying to figure that out.”

Translation: We’re panicking and we have no clue what’s going on.

Option 2: The Plan.

Same question. This time, you say: “We’ve contacted local authorities and are working with them. Due to an active investigation, we’ve been asked not to disclose any details at this time.”

Translation: We’re in control. We’re protected. We’re playing chess, not checkers.

See the difference?

One makes you look competent. The other paints a target on your back—and invites the cyber personal injury lawyers to dig in.

Because here’s the truth: those lawyers don’t care about the breach. They care if you looked negligent. If you look weak. If you can’t prove you were ready.

No plan = you’re a payday.

This is why every business—yes, even yours—needs a real cyber defense strategy. Not just for the hackers, but for the fallout after. The legal wave. The reputational firestorm. The boardroom interrogation.

So what’s the next move?

Start with a Cyber Liability Assessment.

It’s the fastest, easiest way to find out:

  • What your plan looks like (or doesn’t)
  • Where your defenses will collapse under pressure
  • What you’ll be asked in court—and whether you have the evidence to answer

We look under the hood. No breaches required. Just clarity, preparation, and a path to protect your business when—not if—trouble hits.

Ready to see what your liability profile really looks like?

Book Your Cyber Liability Assessment Now

The lawyers are coming. The only question is: are you ready for them?