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Cooper University Health Care 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 The Cooper 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 The Cooper Health System
The Cooper Health System, also known as Cooper University Health Care, is a major healthcare provider for Southern New Jersey and the Delaware Valley. Founded in 1887, it operates a large academic hospital in Camden, New Jersey, along with more than 130 outpatient offices and several specialty centers throughout the region. Cooper serves as a teaching hospital and offers a wide range of medical services, including primary, specialty, tertiary, and urgent care.
The organization employs over 8,900 team members, including more than 1,600 nurses and 850+ physicians practicing in over 75 specialties.
What Happened?
In May 2024, Cooper Health System discovered unusual activity on its network. While patient care was not disrupted, Cooper immediately took steps to secure its systems and brought in independent cybersecurity experts to investigate. After a thorough review, it was determined on March 26, 2025, that an unauthorized party may have acquired certain data from Cooper’s systems.
The breach affected a total of 57,412 people in the United States. One Maine resident was specifically notified, but the impact is nationwide. Those affected were notified by written letter on May 23, 2025.
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification about this breach, you have several important rights and options:
- Free Credit Monitoring: Cooper is providing free credit and identity protection monitoring services through IDX. This includes credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy, and fully managed identity theft recovery services.
- Enroll in Protection Services: You can enroll in these services by visiting the link or calling the number provided in your notification letter. The enrollment deadline is August 23, 2025.
- Monitor Your Accounts: Watch for suspicious activity on your credit reports, bank accounts, and other financial records.
- Report Identity Theft: If you notice any signs of identity theft, report it immediately to local law enforcement, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or your state attorney general.
- Additional Resources: You can contact consumer reporting agencies or your state attorney general for more information about fraud alerts, security freezes, and steps to prevent identity theft.
Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and discuss your legal options if your information was compromised.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your personal information was exposed in the Cooper Health System data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Laws protect your rights when your sensitive information is compromised, and you could qualify to join a class action lawsuit.
Lawyers are investigating claims on behalf of those affected. To find out if you qualify and to get help, complete the below form to get started.
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