Data Breach Summary
On April 24, 2025, Brainard Surgery Center LLC (“Brainard”) notified the public of a recent data security incident that may have impacted the personal information of certain individuals treated by the center. Brainard is providing this notice to allow potentially affected individuals the opportunity to take protective steps if they feel it necessary. While the company has no evidence that the affected information has been misused, it is taking steps to secure data and offer affected individuals the tools to protect themselves.
On February 23, 2025, Brainard became aware of suspicious activity within its computer network. The organization immediately launched an investigation with the help of third-party cybersecurity and digital forensics specialists to determine the scope and nature of the incident. Through this investigation, it was determined that certain files were taken from the center’s systems during a period of unauthorized access. As a result, Brainard began conducting a thorough review of the affected files to identify the specific information that was at risk and the individuals it pertains to. This review is ongoing, and affected individuals will be notified by U.S. postal service once the process is complete.
The data impacted by this breach may vary by individual but could include:
Name
Address
Date of birth
Social Security number
Driver’s license number or other state identification number
Medical claims information
Clinical information (including diagnoses/conditions, medications, and other health-related details)
Health insurance information
While there is no evidence of fraud linked to the breach, we advise affected individuals to remain vigilant and take the following actions:
Monitor your accounts for any unusual or suspicious activity.
Place a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit files to prevent unauthorized account openings.
Report any suspected misuse of your personal information to law enforcement and your financial institutions immediately.
Class Action U attorneys are currently investigating the data breach at Brainard Surgery Center to determine if affected individuals are eligible for compensation. Those whose personal information was exposed may have legal grounds to join a class action lawsuit and seek restitution.
If your personal data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent addressing the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
Pursuing a successful class action lawsuit could not only secure compensation for you but may also encourage Brainard Surgery Center to enhance its security measures to prevent future breaches. Contact Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and to learn more about the potential compensation you may be entitled to.
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