Peiffer Wolf Investigates Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants Data Breach
Peiffer Wolf is investigating claims on behalf of victims of a data breach involving data entrusted to Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants.
Based in Illinois, Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants is an orthopedic clinic with two locations: one in Orland Park and the other in Oak Lawn. If you received a notice of data breach letter from Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants, please contact us as soon as possible to understand your legal rights in response to the data breach.
Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants Data Breach | What happened?
On September 29, 2022, Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants learned that an unauthorized third party had gained access to its network. Later, it was determined that the breach had compromised personal and medical information from patients.
Upon learning about this, Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants started notifying patients about the incident, which exposed:
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Address
- Medical Information
- Social Security Number
- Driver’s License Number
- Health Insurance Information
Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants Data Breach | What should I do?
Protecting yourself after a data breach comes at a high price, and you will have to spend time and money to make sure you are not the victim of fraud and identity theft. That is why it is imperative that you take action and demand compensation.
If you would like to have a free, confidential consultation with an attorney to learn more about your rights and potential legal remedies in responding to the Midwest Orthopaedic Consultants data breach, please contact Peiffer Wolf. You can fill out a contact form or call us at 314-833-4827.
