Foursquare Healthcare, Ltd.

Foursquare Healthcare, Ltd., based in Rockwall, Texas, experienced a ransomware attack that was first detected on September 27, 2023. The cyberattackers accessed the company’s network between September 27 and September 29, 2023, and acquired certain files containing sensitive employee and patient information. The compromised data varied per individual but included names, addresses, billing information, Social Security numbers, banking information, and clinical information related to care received at Foursquare’s clinics[1][2].

The breach affected the protected health information (PHI) of 10,890 patients, and Foursquare Healthcare has reported the incident to the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights. Despite the breach, Foursquare Healthcare stated that there was no material disruption to their care or services, and there has been no evidence to suggest that the stolen data has been misused for identity theft or fraud. The company has received assurances that the stolen data has been deleted, which often implies that a ransom may have been paid, although this is not always the case[1][2].

To address the situation, Foursquare Healthcare has offered two years of complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services to the affected individuals. They have also encouraged patients and employees to remain vigilant against identity theft and fraud[1][2].

The law firm Turke & Strauss LLP is investigating the data breach at Foursquare Healthcare, and there is an ongoing lawsuit investigation to determine whether a class action lawsuit can be filed. This could potentially provide compensation for those affected by the breach and ensure that Foursquare Healthcare takes appropriate measures to protect the information it holds[4][7].

For more detailed information on the breach and its implications, individuals affected by the incident can refer to the official notices and updates provided by Foursquare Healthcare and monitor their personal information for any signs of unauthorized activity[1][2][7].

Citations:

1. https://www.hipaajournal.com/ransomware-foursquare-healthcare-hi-school-pharmacy/
2. https://empower.tylertech.com/rs/015-NUU-525/images/2023-12-11-TylerCybersecurity-DailyBriefing.pdf?version=1
3. https://venmo.com/legal/us-user-agreement/
4. https://www.turkestrauss.com/2023/11/11/foursquare-healthcare-data-breach-investigation/
5. https://www.jdsupra.com/personal-injury/environmental-law/page1942/
6. https://www.bbb.org
7. https://www.classaction.org/data-breach-lawsuits/foursquare-healthcare-ltd-november-2023
8. https://trellis.law/doc/182117460/defendant-foursquare-heal-th-care-ltd-s-original-answer-original-answer-general-denial
9. https://www.hipaajournal.com/november-2023-healthcare-data-breach-report/
10. https://www.myinjuryattorney.com/data-breach-investigation-foursquare-healthcare/
11. https://www.classaction.org/data-breach-lawsuits
12. https://www.hipaaguidelines101.com/data-breaches-reported-by-sierra-county-advarra-foursquare-healthcare-east-river-medical-imaging-and-hi-school-pharmacy/
13. https://www.law.com/radar/card/foursquare-healthcare-ltd-v-american-healthtech-inc-37937507-r/
14. https://law.justia.com/cases/texas/second-court-of-appeals/2016/02-15-00312-cv.html
15. https://www.foursquarehealthcare.com