Medpeds Associates 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 MedPeds Associates of Sarasota 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 MedPeds Associates of Sarasota

MedPeds Associates of Sarasota is a private medical group practice based at 1931 S. Tuttle Ave., Sarasota, FL 34239. The practice, formally registered as Medpeds Associates of Sarasota P.A., has been serving the community since its incorporation in 2000.

MedPeds Associates emphasizes preventive health, chronic disease management and same-day lab services. The practice also offers telehealth options and a patient portal for virtual visits and billing.

What Happened?

On Sept. 2, 2025, MedPeds Associates of Sarasota discovered that an unauthorized person or entity had gained access to its computer system and installed a virus that encrypted its data.

The incident involved ransomware, with the BEAST group claiming responsibility and stating that they obtained 400 GB of the organization’s data. The breach was posted on the dark web on Sept. 16, 2025.

The breach was reported to the Maine Attorney General’s office on March 16, 2026, and written notice was sent to affected individuals on the same day.

A total of 21,430 people in the United States were affected, including 15 in Maine.

Information Exposed:

• Names
• Dates of birth
• Home addresses
• Phone numbers
• Patient medical records

It is important to note that although Beast claimed to have stolen Social Security numbers, the claim has not been confirmed yet in public disclosures.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your information was exposed in the MedPeds Associates of Sarasota data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals pursue claims for potential damages related to the breach.

Completing the below form is the first step to join a lawsuit and protect your rights.

Sources

• Maine Attorney General
• Dark web