Data Breach

California Cryobank Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

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California Cryobank Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
California Cryobank Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation

Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the California Cryobank LLC data breach.

If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.

About California Cryobank

California Cryobank LLC is a biotechnology company founded in 1977 and headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The company is known as one of the world's largest reproductive tissue banks, specializing in frozen donor sperm and frozen donor egg services.

It provides a wide range of reproductive services including private semen cryopreservation, egg and embryo storage, and cord blood banking.

With laboratory and branch offices located in Palo Alto, CA; New York, NY; Boston, MA; and Rockville, MD, California Cryobank distributes its products and services to all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the globe. The company is registered with the FDA and holds accreditations from the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA).

What Happened?

On April 21, 2024, California Cryobank discovered unauthorized activity on certain computers within its IT environment. The company immediately isolated the affected computers and began an investigation.

It was determined that an unauthorized party gained access to the company’s IT systems between April 20, 2024, and April 22, 2024.

The investigation revealed that sensitive personal information of consumers was potentially exposed during the breach.

Information Exposed:

  • Names
  • Social Security numbers
  • Driver’s license numbers
  • Financial account numbers
  • Health insurance information

California Cryobank reported the data breach to the California Attorney General's office on March 14, 2025.

Your Rights and Next Steps

If your personal information was exposed in the California Cryobank data breach, you have important rights and options available to you.

First, consider enrolling in the free identity protection services offered by California Cryobank LLC. These services can help monitor your credit and alert you to suspicious activity. However, these services alone may not fully protect you from potential harm due to the exposure of your sensitive information.

Additionally, you may have the right to seek financial compensation for any damages or losses you experience due to this breach. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal options and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit against California Cryobank LLC.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your information was compromised in the California Cryobank LLC data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Data breaches can lead to significant financial losses, identity theft, and emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help you pursue justice and hold California Cryobank LLC accountable for failing to adequately protect your personal information.

To determine if you qualify to join a lawsuit and potentially receive compensation, complete the below form. Act now to protect your rights and ensure you receive the compensation you deserve.

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