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Avala. Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the AVALA data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About AVALA
AVALA is a hospital and health care provider based in Covington, Louisiana. The organization offers a range of medical services, including state-of-the-art imaging, physical and hand therapy, and advanced surgical procedures.
Founded in 2000, AVALA operates with a physician-led, physician-owned model. The company employs nearly 100 professionals, according to LinkedIn.
What Happened?
On May 30, 2025, AVALA discovered a cybersecurity incident that impacted its IT systems. As soon as the incident was identified, the company engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to assess, contain and remediate the situation.
After a thorough investigation, which concluded around July 23, 2025, it was determined that certain patient data had been exposed.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Addresses
- Dates of birth
- Medical treatment information
- Health insurance information
- Social Security numbers
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from AVALA about this data breach, it is important to know your rights. When personal information such as Social Security numbers and medical details are exposed, individuals are at risk for identity theft and other forms of fraud.
Steps you can take:
- Monitor your credit reports and accounts for any suspicious activity
- Review your health insurance “explanation of benefits” statements and follow up on any unfamiliar items
- Contact your insurance company for a year-to-date report of all services paid for you as a beneficiary
- Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with the major credit bureaus
- Take advantage of any credit monitoring or identity protection services offered by AVALA
Lawyers are ready to help individuals affected by this breach understand their legal options. You may have the right to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this incident.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the AVALA data breach, you could be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are actively investigating claims on behalf of those affected.
Completing the below form is the first step to joining a lawsuit and protecting your rights.
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