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Wilbarger General Hospital 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 Wilbarger General Hospital 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 Wilbarger General Hospital
Wilbarger General Hospital is a short-term, acute-care community hospital located in Vernon, Texas. The hospital serves Wilbarger County and surrounding rural areas, providing essential healthcare services to local residents. With approximately 27 staffed beds, Wilbarger General Hospital operates around the clock, including a 24/7 emergency room.
Wilbarger General Hospital offers a range of inpatient and outpatient services, such as general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, orthopedics, diagnostic imaging and rehabilitation therapy. The hospital emphasizes quality healthcare and community engagement through health fairs and educational events.
What happened?
On Oct. 20, 2025, Wilbarger General Hospital discovered suspicious activity in its email environment. Immediate steps were taken to secure the system, and independent forensic experts were brought in to investigate. The investigation revealed that an unauthorized actor gained access to an employee’s email account for a short period of time.
By Nov. 25, 2025, it was determined that protected health information (PHI) was present in the compromised email account. The hospital is currently reviewing the affected files to identify impacted individuals and the specific information involved.
Possible information Exposed
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Address
- Phone number
- Medical information
Wilbarger General Hospital has notified affected individuals by mail and posted a Notice of Data Breach on its website.
Your Rights and Next Steps
If you received a notification from Wilbarger General Hospital or believe your information may have been involved, there are important steps to consider.
- 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.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If you were affected by the Wilbarger General Hospital 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.
Data breach laws provide protections and remedies for individuals whose sensitive information is compromised due to a company’s failure to safeguard data. To find out if you qualify and to join a lawsuit, complete the form below.
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