Brockton Neighborhood Health Center
Data Breach Class Action Lawsuit

Posted: December 20, 2024 -- Attention, victims of the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center data breach.

Abington Cole + Ellery is investigating the data breach recently announced by Brockton Neighborhood Health Center.

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Data Breach Summary:

Approximately 97,000 individuals were affected by the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center data breach.

Breached data may include, but is not necessarily limited to: names, dates of birth, addresses, health data, medical record numbers, health insurance data, and other treatment data.

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC) recently provided notice of a cybersecurity event that may involve information about certain individuals. On November 3, 2024, BNHC learned of questionable activity in its computer network and began an investigation.

On November 18, 2024, the investigation found that unauthorized persons may have viewed or copied files from BNHC’s computer systems between November 1, 2024 and November 3, 2024. BNHC then examined records to identify individuals whose information was in the files. On November 29, 2024, BNHC determined that information about patients who received treatment at BNHC between 2017 and 2022 may have been in these files.

BNHC reportedly took steps to secure its network, investigate the activity, and notify affected individuals. BNHC claims it also reviewed policies and procedures to reduce the likelihood of future events of this kind. BNHC also stated that it has contacted law enforcement and will contact regulators to meet regulatory obligations.

It is unclear if Brockton Neighborhood Health Center is offering credit monitoring and/or identity theft protection services to any affected individuals at this time.

Additional information about the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center data breach may be found here: Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Notice of Data Event.

About Brockton Neighborhood Health Center:

Brockton Neighborhood Health Center (BNHC) was founded in 1992 to address the need for primary and preventive health care services in Brockton, Massachusetts. The organization began by operating from a mobile medical unit located in a church parking lot, serving patients starting in 1994. In 2007, BNHC expanded its operations by constructing a multi-story facility in downtown Brockton, consolidating services previously delivered across different locations. This expansion allowed the center to enhance the scope and reach of its health care delivery.

The health center provides a broad range of medical and support services to the local community. Its offerings include adult and pediatric primary care, behavioral health services, substance use treatment, urgent care, dental services, eye care, and women's health programs. BNHC also addresses infectious disease management and operates community outreach initiatives. Interpreter services are available to facilitate communication for non-English speaking patients, reflecting the center’s effort to ensure access to care for individuals across linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

BNHC extends its services beyond the primary facility through programs designed to assist underserved populations. The Substance Use Services Department administers programs such as a harm reduction clinic, the Moms Do Care initiative, and services for homeless individuals. Outreach efforts include mobile units and partnerships with shelters, including a clinic based at Father Bill’s shelter. These initiatives reflect the center’s focus on increasing health care access and delivering services to individuals who encounter barriers to traditional health care settings.

The Brockton Neighborhood Health Center Website may have additional information about or provide periodic updates regarding the data breach.

For more information about steps you can take to possibly reduce the chances harm arising from a data breach, please review the following article: What are some steps you can take if you've been the victim of a data breach?

If you believe you are a victim of the Brockton Neighborhood Health Center data breach, and if you would like to volunteer to serve as a class representative in a class action lawsuit regarding this data breach, please submit your information via the form on this webpage. This website is not associated with nor authorized by Brockton Neighborhood Health Center or any affiliated companies. If you have received any other data breach notifications, you may to review Abington Cole + Ellery's current list of data breach investigations.