Friends of Family Health 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 Friends of Family Health 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 Friends of Family Health Center

Friends of Family Health Center is a nonprofit community health center that has served families in Orange and San Bernardino counties, California, since 2009. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, it operates several clinics offering primary care, dental, and family health services. The organization accepts both insured and uninsured patients, aiming to make healthcare accessible to all.

With its main office in La Habra, Friends of Family Health Center has steadily grown, reporting revenue of nearly $31 million in 2024. The organization is governed by a board of directors who do not receive compensation and is recognized for its commitment to community health, having received several awards for clinic performance.

What happened?

On Nov. 1, 2024, Friends of Family Health Center experienced a data breach that may have compromised sensitive information belonging to patients and possibly employees. From November 2024 through October 2025, an unauthorized individual accessed historical eligibility transaction reports stored in the TriZetto Provider Solutions system via a web portal used by healthcare provider customers.

Possible Information Exposed

• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Social Security numbers
• Medical information
• Health insurance details

The breach was disclosed to the California Attorney General’s office on Dec. 16, 2025. However, the notice has since been removed from the CA data breach portal. We will update this page with more information as it becomes available.

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you received a notice about the Friends of Family Health Center data breach or believe your information may have been involved, you have important rights and options. 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.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If you were affected by the Friends of Family Health Center 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.

Data breach laws provide protections and remedies for individuals whose sensitive information is compromised due to a company’s failure to safeguard data. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.

Sources

• California Attorney General