Murphy Law Firm is investigating claims on behalf of all individuals whose personal and confidential information was potentially compromised in the data breach at Duncan Regional Hospital, Inc. (“Duncan Regional”). On January 20, 2022, Duncan Regional became aware of unusual activity on its network. Following a forensic investigation, Duncan Regional determined that cybercriminals had infiltrated its network and gained unauthorized access to certain confidential files. According to information supplied by Duncan Regional, forensic experts determined that cybercriminals potentially accessed the personal identifiable information of at least 92,398 individuals. The exposed personal information included:
As a result of the Duncan Regional data breach, these individuals’ personal and highly sensitive 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 evaluating legal options, including a potential class action lawsuit, to recover damages for individuals who were affected by the data breach.