Colonial Behavioral Health Data Breach Class Action Investigation

At Console & Associates, our data breach lawyers are closely examining the recent Colonial Behavioral Health data breach. This data breach was disclosed following a cybersecurity incident at Colonial Behavioral Health (CBH), which resulted in unauthorized access to sensitive personal identifiable information, including names, Social Security numbers, addresses, ZIP codes, driver's license numbers, dates of birth, medical information, and insurance information.

What Happened?

A recent report from the Attorney General of Massachusetts states that the Colonial Behavioral Health data breach occurred due to a ransomware attack. The organization discovered network issues on October 24, 2024, though investigation revealed that unauthorized access began as early as May 17, 2024. The compromised information may include:

• Names
• Social Security numbers
• Addresses and ZIP codes
• Driver's license numbers
• Dates of birth
• Medical information
• Insurance information

Data breach letters were sent out by Colonial Behavioral Health on November 27, 2024, informing affected individuals about the nature of the incident and compromised data.

Steps To Take If You Were Affected By A Data Breach

1. Monitor all accounts and credit reports closely
2. Consider freezing your credit
3. Look out for phishing attempts using information from the Colonial Behavioral Health data breach
4. Change passwords for affected accounts
5. Enable two-factor authentication where possible

For more detailed guidance, explore our “Guide for Victims of a Data Breach” to better understand measures you can take to protect yourself after a data breach.

Colonial Behavioral Health Overview

Colonial Behavioral Health serves as the designated Community Services Board for a crucial region of Virginia, encompassing James City County, the City of Poquoson, the City of Williamsburg, and York County. From their headquarters in Williamsburg, Virginia, CBH has developed into a comprehensive behavioral healthcare provider, employing more than 242 healthcare professionals and generating approximately $18 million in annual revenue.

The organization specializes in delivering a wide spectrum of mental health and substance use disorder treatments, serving as an essential resource for residents across their service area. Their integrated approach to behavioral healthcare ensures that community members have access to vital mental health services through their network of facilities and programs.

Colonial Behavioral Health Data Breach Victims Have Rights - Don’t Wait to Act

How do you know that you were affected by the Colonial Behavioral Health data breach? Usually victims receive a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH in the mail, but the impact of a breach can be felt long before notices are sent to those affected. This can be in the form of fraudulent financial activity and other forms of identity theft.

If you believe you were affected, we encourage you to reach out to our data breach law firm for legal assistance through a no-cost consultation about your situation. We will review your eligibility to file a data breach class action lawsuit and discuss your legal rights and any compensation that may be available to you.

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