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Michael R. Schwartz, MD 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 Michael R. Schwartz, MD, FACS 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 Michael R. Schwartz, MD, FACS
Michael R. Schwartz, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice based in Westlake Village, California. The practice is led by a double board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience in private practice.
The practice specializes in a range of surgical and non-surgical procedures, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tucks and injectables. Michael R. Schwartz, MD, FAC operates out of the Westlake Cosmetic Surgery Center.
What happened?
On or about Aug. 25, 2025, Michael R. Schwartz, MD, FACS discovered that a threat actor had gained remote access to a computer within the office network. The breach allowed the cybercriminal to access files containing sensitive patient information between Jan. 20, 2025, and Aug. 26, 2025.
The practice published a notice of data security incident on its website and began notifying affected patients by mail on Oct. 23, 2025.
Information exposed
- Name
- Social Security number
- Address
- Phone number
- Photographs
- Medical record number
The cybersecurity incident was also disclosed to the California Attorney General on Oct. 23, 2025.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice about this data breach, it is important to know your rights and understand the steps you can take to protect yourself. Even if there is no evidence that your information has been misused, you may be entitled to seek compensation.
Steps you can take:
- Identity restoration services: Enroll in the 12 months of free Experian IdentityWorks identity restoration services offered by the company. The enrollment deadline is Jan. 31, 2026.
- 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 personal or medical information was compromised in this breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected individualspursue claims for damages related to the exposure of sensitive data.
To find out if you qualify, complete the form below to join a lawsuit investigation.
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