As we have repeatedly noted, identity theft is a multi-billion dollar problem. Many companies have responded to this threat by upgrading their security procedures. However, some companies continue to put their customers and patients at risk. Recently, an employee of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center lost a thumb drive, exposing unencrypted medical and personal information of 2,200 patients.
Disclosure of personal information and medical information is unlawful, and we have brought lawsuits on behalf of victims of such disclosures in the TRICARE/SAIC, Zappos, Sutter Health and Saint Joseph data breaches. If you received medical treatment at the MD Anderson Cancer Center, and you believe your rights may have been violated, please contact us immediately to discuss your legal options.