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Mercer County Community Hospital Data Breach Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Mercer County Joint Township Community 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 Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital
Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital, commonly known as Mercer Health, is an acute care hospital located in Coldwater, Ohio. Established in 1950, Mercer Health has been serving Mercer County and surrounding communities for decades.
Mercer Health operates as a joint township hospital district, governed by 12 townships within Mercer County. Mercer Health is accredited by The Joint Commission, the Ohio Department of Health, Medicare, and Medicaid.
What was the April 2024 Data Breach?
Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital recently disclosed a data breach that occurred between April 2, 2024, and April 3, 2024. The hospital identified unauthorized activity within its network and immediately launched an investigation, engaging a national cybersecurity firm and notifying law enforcement.
Following a thorough investigation, Mercer Health determined that sensitive personal information belonging to approximately 88,541 individuals was potentially compromised.
Exposed information:
- Social Security numbers
- Medical records
- Financial account information
- Driver's license numbers
- Credit and debit card numbers
On February 21, 2025, Mercer Health mailed notification letters to all potentially affected individuals, providing details about the breach and instructions on how to protect their personal information.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If your personal information was compromised in the Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital data breach, you have important rights and options available to you.
First, consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file. A fraud alert informs creditors that you may be a victim of identity theft, prompting them to verify your identity before extending new credit. You can place a fraud alert by contacting any of the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, or TransUnion).
Second, you may want to consider placing a credit freeze on your credit reports. A credit freeze restricts access to your credit information, making it difficult for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name. You can request a credit freeze from each of the three credit bureaus at no charge.
Third, regularly monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for unusual or unauthorized activity. You can request a free annual credit report from each credit bureau.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in the Mercer County Joint Township Community Hospital data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Data breaches can lead to financial losses, identity theft, emotional distress, and significant inconvenience.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal options and determine if you qualify to participate in a class action lawsuit against Mercer Health. To learn more and find out if you are eligible for compensation, simply complete the form below. Act now to protect your rights and seek the compensation you deserve.
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