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Family Centers 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 Family Centers, Inc. 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 Family Centers, Inc.
Family Centers Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, serving communities in Stamford, Greenwich, Darien and New Canaan. Since its founding in 1891, the organization has focused on providing education, health and human services to children, adults and families.
With a network of 21 licensed facilities and more than 60 service delivery sites, Family Centers supports more than 23,000 individuals each year through a variety of programs. The organization operates over 30 programs, including preschool education, primary medical and dental care, mental health counseling, vocational training and community impact initiatives.
What happened?
On Jan. 30, 2025, Family Centers detected suspicious activity within its systems. On Feb. 6, 2025, Family Centers determined that personal and protected health information belonging to certain individuals was potentially accessed without authorization.
Exposed Information
- Name
- Driver’s license number
- Social Security number
- Date of birth
- Health insurance information
- Medical information
Family Centers reported the breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on March 31, 2025. FCI published a Notice of Data Security Incident on its website on the same date.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notification from Family Centers, Inc., you have important rights and options. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.
- Credit monitoring services: Sign up for free credit monitoring 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.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was exposed in the Family Centers data breach, you may be eligible for compensation, which could include reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses, time spent addressing the breach, or payment for emotional distress. Lawyers are ready to help those affected understand their rights and pursue claims for damages.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step in joining a lawsuit, fill out the form below.
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