TABB Inc, a vendor providing services to The Brooklyn Hospital, recently reported a data security incident to the Indiana Attorney General. The breach, which occurred on August 14, 2024, indicates that unauthorized access was gained to systems holding private patient information. This disclosure alerts affected individuals and regulators to a significant lapse in data protection.
The compromised information includes a range of sensitive personal and health details. Specifically, the exposed data consists of Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Medical Record Number, Health Insurance ID Number, Diagnosis and Treatment Information, Prescription Information, and Billing and Financial Information. The exposure of such a comprehensive set of data creates substantial risks for those affected, including potential medical identity theft, where criminals could use your identity to receive medical services, and various forms of financial fraud.
Organizations like TABB Inc and healthcare providers such as The Brooklyn Hospital are legally bound to safeguard the confidential patient data they handle. Federal and state laws mandate strict security protocols to prevent unauthorized access and breaches. When such an extensive breach occurs, it often signals that these critical data protection responsibilities may not have been adequately met, potentially due to system vulnerabilities or insufficient security measures.
If you have received a data breach notification letter from TABB Inc or The Brooklyn Hospital, it confirms that your personal and health information was involved in this security incident. Understanding the full implications of such an exposure and your available legal options is crucial. Individuals impacted by data breaches may be eligible to pursue compensation through a class action lawsuit.
Receiving a breach notice can be unsettling, but it also triggers your legal rights. We offer a free, no-obligation case review to help you understand what this breach means for you and whether you may have a claim.