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Saint Mary's Home of Erie 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 Saint Mary’s Home of Erie 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 Saint Mary’s Home of Erie
Saint Mary’s Home of Erie is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located in Erie, Pennsylvania. The organization primarily serves seniors and their families, offering a wide range of medical, therapeutic and social services on a 34-acre campus. Their services include independent living, personal care, skilled nursing and specialized memory care.
What Happened?
On Aug. 27, 2025, Saint Mary’s Home of Erie discovered a potential incident within its network environment. The organization took immediate steps to secure its systems and launched an investigation. It was determined that files and folders stored on certain servers may have been accessible to unauthorized individuals between Aug. 26, 2025, and Aug. 28, 2025.
The breach was reported to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Oct. 24, 2025. According to official disclosures, at least 501 people in the U.S. were affected. However, this is an ongoing investigation and the number of impacted individuals is subject to change.
Possible Information Exposed May Include
- Names
- Dates of birth
- Addresses
- Social Security and tax ID numbers
- Protected health information
The organization’s review of the affected files is ongoing. Impacted individuals are being encouraged to remain vigilant for signs of identity theft or fraud.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notice or believe you may have been affected by this data breach, you have important rights and options. Lawyers are ready to help answer questions and guide you through your next steps.
- Identity theft protection services: Sign up for the free identity theft protection services, if offered by the company.
- 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 information was compromised in the Saint Mary’s Home of Erie data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for any losses, inconvenience or risk you have experienced. Lawyers are investigating potential claims on behalf of those affected.
To find out if you qualify and to join others seeking compensation, complete the below form to get started.
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