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Willamette Family Therapy 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 Willamette Family 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 Willamette Family
Willamette Family is an organization based in Eugene, Oregon, that has provided substance abuse and mental health treatment services since 1964. The organization offers a range of programs, including residential treatment, outpatient services, medical detox, and sobering services.
What was the May 2024 Data Breach?
On September 12, 2024, Willamette Family discovered unauthorized access to multiple employee email accounts. After further investigation, the organization determined that the breach may have begun as early as May 29, 2024. Unauthorized individuals gained access to sensitive information stored within these compromised email accounts.
Information exposed:
- Name
- Contact information
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Financial account information
- Clinical or treatment information
- Medical provider name
- Medical record number
- Patient account number
- Medical procedure information
- Health insurance information
- Prescription information
Upon discovery, Willamette Family took immediate steps to secure their systems, including changing passwords, expanding their use of multi-factor authentication, and hiring a privacy and data security firm to assist with their investigation. They have notified affected individuals by mail and reported the incident to regulatory agencies as required by law.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification about the Willamette Family data breach, you have several rights and options available to protect yourself:
- Monitor Your Accounts: Regularly review your financial account statements, health insurance explanation of benefits (EOB) forms, and credit reports for any suspicious or unauthorized activity.
- Obtain Free Credit Reports: Under U.S. law, you are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion).
- Place a Fraud Alert: You can place a fraud alert on your credit file by contacting one of the three major credit reporting bureaus. A fraud alert requires creditors to verify your identity before opening new accounts or changing existing ones.
- Request a Security Freeze: You have the right to place a security freeze on your credit report, free of charge. A security freeze restricts access to your credit file, making it harder for identity thieves to open new accounts in your name. You will need to contact each of the three credit bureaus separately to place a freeze.
- Protect Your Medical Information: Review your medical statements and insurance EOBs carefully. If you notice services or treatments you did not receive, report them immediately to your healthcare provider and insurance company.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Willamette Family 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, complete the form below. Taking action now can help protect your rights and secure potential compensation for any damages or losses you may have experienced.
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