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Pacific Pulmonary Services 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 Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group 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 Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group
Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group, founded in 2007, is a medical practice dedicated to providing high-quality care for patients with pulmonary diseases, critical care illness, and sleep disorders. The practice prides itself on offering cutting-edge medicine with compassion, striving to exceed patients' expectations and uphold community standards. With a team of 29 employees, Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group serves patients and hospitals.
The October 2024 Data Breach
In October 2024, Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group experienced a data breach due to a data incident within a third-party software used for scheduling. The breach occurred on October 21 and October 22, 2024, and was disclosed to the California and Massachusetts Attorney General's offices on January 3, 2025.
It was disclosed that Social Security numbers were exposed in the breach.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you were affected by the breach, it's important to know your rights and the steps you can take to protect yourself. Pacific Pulmonary Medical Group has offered complimentary TransUnion credit monitoring services, which include credit report and credit score services. You can enroll for these services within 90 days of receiving the notification letter.
Additionally, you have the right to place a security freeze on your credit reports, free of charge, to prevent unauthorized access. This can be done by contacting the major credit reporting agencies: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Implementing an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) with the IRS is also recommended to protect against fraudulent tax returns.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was compromised in this data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your legal options and pursue any claims you may have.
Complete the below form to join the lawsuit and take the first step towards protecting your rights and seeking compensation.
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