Cardiology Associates of Mobile Data Breach

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Cardiology Associates of Mobile Data Breach Exposes Sensitive Information of Over 1,500 Individuals

Cardiology Associates of Mobile, Inc., a comprehensive cardiovascular care provider based in Mobile, Alabama, recently disclosed a data breach that may have compromised the sensitive personal information of more than 1,500 individuals. If you’ve received a data breach notification letter from Cardiology Associates, it’s important to understand what happened, what is at risk, and how you can protect yourself.

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Details of the Data Breach

On October 22, 2024, Cardiology Associates discovered that it had been the target of a data security incident. An investigation revealed that between October 18 and October 22, 2024, an unauthorized party accessed sensitive information stored in the organization’s systems. The compromised data may include:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Dates of birth
• Driver’s license numbers
• Passport numbers

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To address the breach, Cardiology Associates began reviewing the impacted data and identifying affected individuals. On December 3, 2024, the organization started mailing data breach notification letters to those whose information was compromised. The letters detail the specific types of data exposed and provide 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring services.

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About Cardiology Associates of Mobile, Inc.

Founded in 1985, Cardiology Associates is a leading provider of cardiovascular care for children and adults in Alabama and Mississippi. With its headquarters in Mobile, Alabama, and seven additional locations, the organization treats a variety of heart and vascular conditions, including:

• Coronary artery disease
• Congenital heart defects
• Congestive heart failure
• Peripheral artery disease
• Arrhythmias and atrial fibrillation (Afib)
• Structural heart disease

Employing over 200 individuals, Cardiology Associates is committed to offering both preventive and specialized cardiac care.

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How to Protect Yourself

If you’ve received a data breach notification from Cardiology Associates, take the following steps to safeguard your information:

1. Enroll in the complimentary credit monitoring services offered by Cardiology Associates.
2. Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any unauthorized activity.
3. Place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your accounts to prevent identity theft.
4. Be cautious of phishing attempts and verify communications requesting personal information.

The exposed information could be used for identity theft, financial fraud, or other malicious activities, making vigilance crucial.

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Your Legal Rights

Data breaches like this can cause significant harm, including:

• Identity theft
• Emotional distress
• Financial losses
• Time spent recovering compromised information

At Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., we are dedicated to helping victims of data breaches understand their rights and seek justice. If your information was compromised in the Cardiology Associates data breach, you may be entitled to compensation.

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How We Can Help

Our experienced data breach attorneys will guide you through the legal process, helping you hold organizations accountable for failing to protect your sensitive information. We can assist in seeking compensation for the damages you’ve incurred, including the cost of identity theft protection, financial losses, and emotional distress.

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Contact Us for a Free Consultation

If you’ve been impacted by the Cardiology Associates of Mobile data breach, don’t wait to take action. Contact Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. for a free consultation to discuss your legal options.

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‍LINKS:

[1] https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/44cf96ae-ef1f-4217-8146-6edefba87427.html

[2] https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardiologyassociates/about/

[3] https://www.cardassoc.com/