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Retina Group of Florida 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 Retina Group of Florida 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 Retina Group of Florida
Retina Group of Florida is a medical practice that focuses exclusively on diagnosing and treating disorders of the retina, macula, vitreous and related eye structures. The group operates with 23 board-certified retina specialists and surgeons, across 23 clinics throughout East, South and the Southwest Gulf Coast regions of Florida.
The practice is recognized as one of the only retina-only care provider in Florida. Retina Group of Florida treats a wide range of retinal conditions, such as retinal tears, retinal detachments, diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration.
What happened?
On Sept. 3, 2025, Retina Group of Florida disclosed a data breach to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. According to the report, the breach was due to a hacking incident and affected at least 152,691 people in the United States.
The cybersecurity incident compromised both personal and protected health information. The specific details of how the breach occurred and specific type of patient data exposed has not yet been released.
Possible Information Exposed
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Email address
- Date of birth
- Social Security number
- Driver's license or state ID copy
- Health insurance information
- Medical records
- Payment information, including credit card number, CCV code and expiration date
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice that your information was involved in the Retina Group of Florida data breach, it is important to understand your rights. 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.
Taking action quickly can help protect your identity and financial well-being. Lawyers are ready to help guide you through the process and determine if you qualify for compensation.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Retina Group of Florida 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 you take the next steps in pursuing a possible claim.
To find out if you qualify to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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