On or about February 17, 2024, Otolaryngology Associates, LLC (“Otolaryngology Associates”) detected suspicious activity on its computer network, indicating a data breach. Subsequently, Otolaryngology Associates conducted a forensic investigation. Through this investigation, Otolaryngology Associates determined that cybercriminals had successfully infiltrated Otolaryngology Associates’ inadequately secured computer network and, thereby, stole data from Otolaryngology Associates’ systems. The investigation further confirmed that the data obtained by cybercriminals includes the sensitive patient data of at least 316,802 individuals.
The sensitive information exposed in the data breach includes:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Dates of birth
- Driver’s license numbers
- Contact information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
As a result of the data breach, these individuals’ personal and highly confidential information may be in the hands of cybercriminals who can place the information for sale on the dark web or use the information to perpetrate identity fraud.
Murphy Law Firm is investigating claims on behalf of all individuals whose personal and confidential information was potentially compromised in the data breach involving Otolaryngology Associates. We are evaluating legal options, including a potential class action lawsuit, to recover damages for individuals who were affected by the data breach.