Eckerd Youth Alternatives Inc., operating as Eckerd Connects, recently reported a data security incident to the Montana Attorney General on December 17, 2025. This breach reportedly occurred on or around November 2, 2024, raising concerns for individuals whose sensitive personal information was compromised.
The sensitive information exposed in this breach includes your Full Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth, Home Address, and Contact Information. Additionally, highly private details such as Medical and Behavioral Health History, Government-Issued ID Details, and Employment and Compensation Records were also reportedly compromised. Given Eckerd Connects' role in social services, this exposure affects vulnerable populations.
The exposure of such extensive personal data, especially Social Security Numbers and Medical and Behavioral Health History, carries significant risks. Affected individuals could face an elevated threat of identity theft, financial fraud, and targeted scams. This is particularly concerning given the deeply personal nature of the services Eckerd Connects provides, which often involve vulnerable children and families.
Organizations like Eckerd Connects are entrusted with safeguarding highly confidential records and are legally obligated to implement robust security measures. A data breach of this nature suggests that critical administrative, technical, and physical safeguards may have fallen short, potentially failing to meet the standard of care required to protect your private information.
If you received a data breach notification letter from Eckerd Connects, it confirms that your personal information was exposed. You may be entitled to seek accountability and compensation through a class action lawsuit for the risks and harms you now face. Our firm is investigating this incident and offers a free, no-obligation case review to help you understand your legal options.