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Prairie Eye 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 Prairie Eye And Lasik 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 Prairie Eye And Lasik Center
Prairie Eye and LASIK Center is a full-service eye and vision care provider based in Springfield, Illinois. The center offers a range of optometry services, including scheduled appointments and emergency eye care.
The center offers services such as cataract treatment, glaucoma management, retinal care, LASIK and other refractive surgeries, as well as nutritional counseling related to eye health. Prairie Eye and LASIK Center operates multiple locations in Springfield and Jacksonville, Illinois.
What happened?
In August 2025, Prairie Eye and LASIK Center became the victim of a ransomware attack carried out by a group known as Abyss. This cybercriminals claimed to have obtained sensitive data from the healthcare organization and posted about the breach on the dark web Tor network.
The total number of affected patients has not been released, but could be in the thousands. The data breach may have compromised both personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI).
Possible Exposed Information
- Name
- Address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID number
- Health insurance information
- Medical records
- Payment information
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a data breach notice from Prairie Eye and LASIK Center or believe your information may have been compromised, 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 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 you were affected by the Prairie Eye and LASIK 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.
To find out if you qualify and to take the next step, complete the form to join the lawsuit investigation.
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