DPP II, LLC
Your Personal Info Could Be
Exposed Online After
This Hospital Breach
Breach Description
DPP II, LLC Data Breach Overview
DPP II, LLC, doing business as Home Care Providers of Texas, experienced a significant data breach that was discovered on June 29, 2022. The breach involved sensitive personal identifiable information and protected health information of over 124,000 individuals[1][4]. The unauthorized access to the company’s systems was due to a ransomware attack, where an actor may have accessed and potentially exfiltrated patient data including names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, addresses, medical information, and more[1][4].
Legal and Financial Repercussions
In response to the breach, a class action lawsuit was filed against Home Care Providers of Texas, which led to a $1.4 million settlement to resolve claims that the company could have prevented the cyberattack by implementing reasonable cybersecurity measures[2]. Affected individuals are eligible for reimbursement for losses related to the data breach, such as credit expenses, bank fees, unauthorized charges, and travel expenses, up to $5,000. They can also seek compensation for up to five hours of lost time at $25 per hour[2].
Steps for Affected Individuals
Affected individuals were advised to take several steps to protect their personal information, including:
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Reviewing the breach notice and retaining a copy.
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Enrolling in any free credit monitoring services provided by DPP II, LLC.
- Changing passwords and security questions for online accounts.
- Regularly reviewing account statements and credit reports for signs of fraud or identity theft.
- Contacting a credit bureau to request a temporary fraud alert[1].
Settlement Claim Information
To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by February 27, 2024. The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for April 29, 2024[2]. The lawsuit related to this settlement is Patterson et al. v. DPP II, LLC, et al., pending in the 14th District Court, District Court for Dallas County, Case No. DC-23-01733[8].
Company Profile
Home Care Providers of Texas is a Medicare-certified agency based in Dallas, Texas, providing medical care and rehabilitation treatment to patients in their homes. The company operates in five locations across Texas and employs more than 350 people, generating approximately $27 million in annual revenue[4].
Conclusion
The data breach at DPP II, LLC has had significant implications for the company and the affected individuals. The settlement provides a means for those impacted to seek compensation for their losses and highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures to prevent such incidents.
Citations:
- https://www.turkestrauss.com/2023/01/17/dpp-ii-llc-data-breach-investigation/
- https://topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/privacy/data-breach/home-care-providers-of-texas-data-breach-1-4m-class-action-settlement/
- https://www.databreaches.net/home-care-providers-of-texas-discloses-ransomware-incident-affecting-more-than-124000/
- https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/home-care-providers-of-texas-reports-8032638/
- https://www.msdlegal.com/blog/2023/01/home-care-providers-of-texas-data-breach-class-action-investigation/
- https://www.hipaajournal.com/home-care-providers-of-texas-announces-124k-record-data-breach/
- https://classlawdc.com/2023/01/30/home-care-providers-of-texas-data-breach-investigation/
- https://dppdatasettlement.com