Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama Data Breach
Jon Mann, a partner with the firm, has this to say about the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama Data Breach
Data breaches like the one experienced by the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama are deeply concerning and highlight the critical importance of protecting sensitive personal and health information. When such breaches occur, they can have severe consequences for the affected individuals, including the risk of identity theft and financial loss. It's imperative that institutions handling sensitive data implement robust security measures and respond promptly to any breaches to mitigate potential harm. Affected individuals should be informed immediately and provided with the necessary resources to protect themselves. Legal recourse may be available to those impacted, as entities have a duty to safeguard the personal information they collect and store.
Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., a Birmingham, Alabama based law firm experienced in data breach and consumer class action cases, is investigating claims on behalf of victims of a healthcare data breach involving Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama.
On December 19, 2023, the Mental Health Center discovered a data breach that may have exposed sensitive personal identifiable information and protected health information within its systems. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor potentially accessed this sensitive data between December 15 and December 19, 2023. On May 17, 2024, the Mental Health Center began notifying individuals whose information might have been compromised.
What Private Information Was Accessed?
- Name
- Social Security number
- Address
- Date of birth
- Driver’s license or state ID number
- Financial account information
- Credit card number
- Medical information (e.g., admission date, discharge date, death date, medical record number, provider or facility name, medical condition, diagnosis and/or treatment information, lab results, medications, date of service)
- Health insurance information (e.g., payment amount history, insurance payment amount information)
If you received this letter, please contact our office at (205) 322-8880 as soon as possible to discuss your potential legal rights and remedies.
How Can I Tell If My Data Was Stolen?
There are several steps you can take to check if your data was affected:
- Be on the lookout for updates: Watch your email to see if you receive the letter mentioned above or any updates/additional information.
- Watch out for phishing attempts: However, be wary of scammers claiming to be from Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama Data asking you to provide information or click on a link. If in doubt, contact the company or consult with a lawyer.
- Monitor your account activity: Check suspicious charges on your statements. Scammers and identity theft perpetrators often test with smaller charges before charging large bills.
What Should I Do if I Received Notification of the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama Data Breach? How Do I Pursue Legal Recourse?
If you would like to have a free, confidential consultation with an attorney to learn more about your rights and potential legal remedies in responding to the Mental Health Center of North Central Alabama Data Breach, please call or text Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. attorneys Jon Mann or Austin Whitten at (205) 322-8880, or email us at jon@pittmandutton.com or austinw@pittmandutton.com, or submit a Case Evaluation request through the form on the side of the page.
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