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Swift Institute 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 James J. Lynch, MD Ltd. Dba Swift Institute 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.
What is Swift Institute?
Swift Institute is a Nevada-based medical practice led by Dr. James J. Lynch, a board-certified spinal neurosurgeon. The company operates under the Swift Institute name and provides multidisciplinary care focused on spine, orthopedics, and musculoskeletal health.
With more than 70 specialists and 11 locations across Nevada, Swift Institute has grown to be one of Nevada’s largest specialty practices in its field since its founding in 2004. The team includes neurosurgeons, orthopedic specialists, imaging professionals, and vein specialists, all working together to provide comprehensive patient care.
What happened?
On Jan. 30, 2025, Swift Institute discovered unusual activity in its network environment, which prompted an immediate investigation. The company learned that certain files may have been copied by an unauthorized individual on or about Jan. 28, 2025. After a thorough review, Swift Institute confirmed on Oct. 14, 2025, that sensitive personal and protected health information was involved.
Which types of information were exposed?
The following information may have been exposed in the breach:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license or state identification card numbers
- Dates of birth
- Financial account information
- Credit or debit card information
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Digital signatures
Swift Institute began notifying affected individuals by mail and offered at least 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services. The breach was disclosed to the California Attorney General’s office on Dec. 12, 2025.
What rights do those affected have?
If you received a notification letter from Swift Institute or believe your information may have been involved, there are important steps you can take to protect yourself. Lawyers are ready to help individuals understand their rights and explore options for compensation.
Affected individuals are encouraged to:
- Remain vigilant by monitoring account statements and credit reports for suspicious activity
- Take advantage of the free credit monitoring and identity theft restoration services offered by Swift Institute
- Place a fraud alert or security freeze on credit files to prevent unauthorized use of personal information
- Contact the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) to request a free credit report or to place a fraud alert/security freeze
- Report any suspected identity theft to law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission
Under U.S. law, consumers are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit bureaus. Taking these steps can help limit the risk of identity theft or financial fraud.
Are victims entitled to compensation?
If your information was exposed in the Swift Institute data breach, you may be entitled to compensation for damages, inconvenience, or costs related to the incident. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals pursue claims and ensure their rights are protected.
To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit related to this breach, complete the form below.
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