Seven proposed class action lawsuits have been filed against Chord Specialty Dental Partners following a September 2024 data breach affecting over 173,000 individuals.
Plaintiffs allege that the company failed to properly secure and protect patient data, breaching state and federal laws including the FTC Act and HIPAA.
Exposed data included sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, bank details, medical records, and more, leading to potential harm for affected individuals.
Plaintiffs seek damages and improved data protections as the legal battle unfolds, underscoring the importance of cybersecurity in healthcare and the consequences of data breaches.