Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute 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 Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute 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 Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute

Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute, located in Beaumont, Texas, is an orthopedic clinic with 19 providers. Established in 1952, the clinic is provides comprehensive bone, joint and muscle care, including advanced surgical procedures and rehabilitation services.

The provider team includes board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute specializes in a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders, such as joint replacement, fracture care, hand and wrist surgery, sports-related injuries and trauma care.

What happened?

On Sept. 4, 2025, a ransomware group known as PEAR claimed responsibility for a cyberattack on Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute. The group posted on the dark web, stating they had obtained sensitive data from the organization. This type of incident is known as a ransomware attack, where hackers gain unauthorized access to a company’s systems and threaten to release or withhold data unless a ransom is paid.

It is believed that the data breach compromised personal and protected health information belonging to several thousand patients.

Possible Exposed Information

• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Social Security Number
• Health insurance information
• Medical records
• Payment information, including card number, expiration date and CVV code

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you have received notification or suspect that your information may have been compromised in the Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute data breach, it is important to take action. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.

• Communication and credit monitoring services: Review and save any notification letters you receive. Enroll in free credit monitoring and identity protection services, if offered.
• Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
• Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
• Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.

Joining a class action lawsuit can help affected individuals seek compensation for losses, hold organizations accountable for failing to protect sensitive data and promote better data security practices in the future.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If you were a patient, employee or otherwise provided information to Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute, you may be eligible to join a lawsuit and seek compensation for any damages. This could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress.

To find out if you qualify to pursue a claim, complete the form below to join the lawsuit investigation.

Sources

• Beaumont Bone & Joint Institute
• Dark web