Data Breach

Axis Health System Data Breach Investigation

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Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center, Inc. dba Axis Health System 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 Southwest Colorado Mental Health Center dba Axis Health System

Axis Health System is a nonprofit organization founded in 1960, dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services in western slope and southwest Colorado communities. They offer a range of services, including primary, behavioral, and oral healthcare, as well as crisis response and pharmacy services with approximately 192 employees.

What Happened?

On August 26, 2024, Axis Health System discovered irregular activity within their computer network. An investigation revealed that between July 9, 2024, and September 4, 2024, an unauthorized actor gained access to certain computer systems.

This breach potentially exposed sensitive consumer information, including:

  • Social Security numbers
  • Driver's licenses

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you were affected by this data breach, it is important to understand your rights and the steps you can take to protect yourself. Axis Health System has offered 24 months of complimentary identity monitoring services through Experian. To enroll, you must follow the provided instructions by December 31, 2024. Additionally, you should:

  1. Monitor your accounts for any suspicious activity.
  2. Obtain a free credit report from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus.
  3. Consider placing a fraud alert or credit freeze on your credit file to prevent unauthorized access.

For more detailed information on protecting your personal information, you can contact the Federal Trade Commission or your state Attorney General.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your information was compromised in the Axis Health System data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of seeking justice. To explore your options and potentially join a class action lawsuit, please complete the form below.

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