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Loretto Hospital 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 Loretto Hospital 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 Loretto Hospital
Loretto Hospital is an acute care community hospital located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1939, the hospital currently operates as a 187-bed facility and employs more than 600 staff members. It serves approximately 33,000 patients each year, making it the largest non-governmental employer in the Austin area.
The hospital provides a wide array of healthcare services, including primary care, behavioral health, women's health, dental care, geriatric medicine, cardiac care, and advanced diagnostic imaging.
What was the January 2025 Ransomware Attack?
On March 10, 2025, the ransomware group known as RansomHouse claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Loretto Hospital. According to the hackers, approximately 1.5 terabytes of sensitive data were stolen from the hospital's computer network.
Loretto Hospital confirmed the data breach in an official notice published on April 4, 2025. The hospital's investigation revealed that unauthorized actors accessed the hospital's computer network between January 17, 2025, and February 1, 2025. During this period, files containing sensitive information were copied without authorization.
The investigation is ongoing, and the hospital has stated that it will notify affected individuals once it determines exactly whose information was compromised.
The types of sensitive information potentially exposed in this breach include:
- Personal identifying information (such as names and addresses)
- Medical records and patient information
- Employee information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received medical care or were employed by Loretto Hospital, your personal and medical information may have been exposed in this breach. You have important rights and options available to protect yourself from potential identity theft and fraud:
- Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports: Regularly review your bank statements, credit card statements, and credit reports for any unusual or unauthorized activity.
- Place a fraud alert on your credit file: You have the right to place a fraud alert on your credit file at no cost, which requires businesses to verify your identity before extending new credit. Fraud alerts last for one year and can be renewed annually.
- Consider placing a credit freeze: You can place a credit freeze on your credit report, which prevents creditors from accessing your credit file without your explicit permission. This can help prevent unauthorized credit accounts from being opened in your name.
- Report suspicious activity immediately: If you notice any suspicious or unauthorized activity involving your personal information, promptly report it to your bank, credit card company, healthcare provider, insurance company, and law enforcement.
- Join a Class Action Lawsuit: Lawyers are investigating the Loretto Hospital data breach and want to speak with those affected.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal or medical information was compromised in the Loretto Hospital data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of joining a class action lawsuit.
To find out if you qualify, simply complete the form below. Submitting the form is quick, easy, and comes with no obligation. Act now to protect your rights and seek the compensation you deserve.
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