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Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 Cookeville Regional Medical Center 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 Cookeville Regional Medical Center
Cookeville Regional Medical Center is a 269-bed, city-owned hospital located in Cookeville, Tennessee. As the largest hospital in the Upper Cumberland region, it serves as a major healthcare provider and economic engine for the area.
The hospital employs around 2,450 staff, including nearly 200 physicians, and operates as a fiscally independent institution, reinvesting all earnings back into its operations.
What Happened?
On August 2, 2025, the RHYSIDA ransomware group claimed responsibility for the attack, stating they had obtained sensitive data from the hospital and intended to publish it within days on the dark web.
The breach was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Sept. 12, 2025. The breach type was classified as ransomware, with the attack details posted on the Tor network.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you were a patient, employee or otherwise provided information to Cookeville Regional Medical Center, your personal data may have been compromised in this breach. Data breaches can lead to identity theft, financial fraud and other serious consequences.
Individuals affected by this incident have rights under federal and state laws. You may be entitled to:
- Free credit monitoring or identity theft protection services
- Compensation for any losses or expenses related to the breach
- Legal action to hold the responsible parties accountable
Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process of determining whether your information was affected, what steps you should take to protect yourself and how to pursue compensation. It is important to act quickly, as there may be deadlines for joining any legal actions or receiving benefits.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you believe your information was exposed in the Cookeville Regional Medical Center data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Lawyers are actively investigating claims related to this incident and can help you understand your options.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step, complete the below form to join the lawsuit.
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