ConnectOnCall Data Breach

ConnectOnCall, LLC has disclosed a major data breach affecting approximately 914,138 individuals. Classified as a Hacking/IT Incident, the breach targeted the company’s network server and was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on December 11, 2024. Although specific details about the compromised information have not been revealed.

Affected individuals are advise to:

1. Secure Your Accounts: Update the passwords for any online patient portals or health-related accounts. Use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication where available.
2. Be Alert to Phishing Scams: Be cautious of calls, emails, or messages requesting health-related information or payment for medical services. Cybercriminals may use breached data to impersonate healthcare providers or insurers
3. Report Discrepancies: If you notice any unauthorized claims or unfamiliar services in your medical records or insurance statements, report them immediately to your healthcare provider and insurers.

What Information Was Involved?

The files accessed during the breach included personal information such as individuals’ names and other undisclosed sensitive data elements. As of now, there is no evidence that the information has been misused for fraud or identity theft.

How to Know if You Were Affected

If you received a data breach notification from ConnectOnCall, it likely means your information was affected. Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is supporting individuals impacted by the ConnectOnCall data breach. If your information was exposed in this breach, you may be eligible to join a class action lawsuit to seek compensation for:

• Loss of privacy
• Time spent addressing the breach
• Out-of-pocket costs
• Emotional distress

A successful case could also compel ConnectOnCall to enhance its security practices to prevent similar incidents in the future. Contact Class Action U today to explore your legal options and protect your rights.