James J. Lynch, MD Ltd., doing business as Swift Institute, has disclosed a significant data breach impacting personal and protected health information. While the firm is not aware of any misuse of the data, the breach is a serious cause for concern, especially for individuals whose medical records and personal information were involved.
James J. Lynch, MD Data Breach Investigation
The breach was discovered on January 30, 2025, when unusual activity was detected within Swift Institute’s network. The firm quickly initiated an investigation, which revealed that certain files may have been accessed and copied by an unauthorized party during this time.
After further review, it was confirmed that the exposed files contained sensitive personal information, including protected health information (PHI). This information may have included patients’ names, Social Security numbers, medical histories, treatment details, and other identifying information.
Although Swift Institute has not received reports of any fraudulent activity involving the exposed data, the firm took swift action to notify affected individuals. The investigation also found that the breach was isolated, with no evidence of the information being made publicly available or sold.
Swift Institute is offering individuals impacted by the breach access to 12 months of free credit monitoring and fraud protection services provided by Cyberscout, a trusted data recovery and fraud assistance company. The company is committed to strengthening its cybersecurity measures to protect against future breaches.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The breach occurred between January 25 and January 30, 2025, and was discovered on January 30, 2025. Notifications were issued after the investigation was concluded, and the incident was fully assessed.
What Information Was Breached?
The following personal and health-related information may have been exposed:
What You Can Do
If you’ve received a notice about this breach, take the following actions to protect yourself:
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Enroll in the free 12 months of credit monitoring offered by Swift Institute. This includes alerts on changes to your credit file.
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Monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any signs of suspicious activity or unauthorized use of your personal information.
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Place a fraud alert on your credit file to make it harder for anyone to open new accounts in your name.
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Consider freezing your credit if you’re particularly concerned about identity theft.
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Review your bank and credit card statements regularly to detect any unauthorized transactions.
Swift Institute is taking additional steps to prevent future incidents, but it’s essential for affected individuals to remain vigilant against fraud and identity theft.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against James J. Lynch, MD Ltd.
If your personal or health information was compromised in this breach, you may be eligible to participate in a class action lawsuit against James J. Lynch, MD Ltd. dba Swift Institute. Healthcare providers and companies that handle sensitive medical data are legally obligated to protect it. When they fail, consumers can suffer the consequences, and legal action may be necessary to hold them accountable.
Class action lawsuits allow affected individuals to seek compensation for risks, stress, and potential identity theft caused by the breach. Participating in a class action can also help ensure that the company is held responsible for mishandling your personal data.
Contact us at Class Action U, where we’ll connect you with a lawyer skilled in class action lawsuits. If you’ve been contacted about this breach, received notice, or discovered you were impacted, fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to sign up. There is no cost to reach out to our legal partner and no obligation after speaking with someone from our team.
