Investigation Open·Data Breach

Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Data Breach Case

State
IN
Filed
Jun 25, 2025
Data Types
0 types
Records
Not disclosed

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Quick Facts

State Filed
IN
Date Reported to AG
Jun 25, 2025
Date of Breach
May 25, 2025
Records Affected
Not disclosed
Status
Investigation Open
Last Updated
Jul 21, 2026
Data Types Exposed

Not stated in the available filing record.

About This Security Incident

Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery was the subject of a data breach notification filed with the IN Attorney General. The AG filing was recorded on June 25, 2025. The breach or discovery date reported in the filing is May 25, 2025.

Check Your Eligibility

Under the Indiana data breach notification law, you may have a legal claim against Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery if any of the following apply:

  • You received a written data breach notification letter from Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • You are or were a customer, patient, or employee of Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Your information was held by Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in IN

Rights Under the Law

Common categories of compensation in data breach class actions

Time & Inconvenience

Courts recognize that the time spent monitoring accounts, placing credit freezes, and dealing with the aftermath of a breach has real economic value. This category of damages is recoverable even without direct financial loss.

Emotional Distress

Data breach victims regularly report anxiety, loss of sleep, and ongoing fear of identity theft. These non-economic harms are cognizable injuries in data breach litigation, particularly in cases involving SSN or medical record exposure.

Note: an attorney general breach filing does not by itself establish a settlement fund, a payment amount, or a claim deadline. If an official settlement notice is later issued, rely on that notice for payment details and deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need proof that my data was misused to file a claim against Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?

No. Under Indiana data breach notification law and federal law, the unauthorized exposure of your personal data — regardless of whether it has been actively misused — can be sufficient grounds for a claim. The breach itself is the injury.

How much does filing a claim cost?

Nothing. The Law Office of David S. Harris handles data breach cases on contingency — you pay zero upfront and owe nothing unless compensation is recovered.

Is it too late to file a claim?

Statutes of limitations for data breach claims vary by state but typically run 2–4 years. Depending on when you learned of the breach, you may still have time. Contact our office for a free eligibility review — there is no cost to find out.

What if Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery offered me free credit monitoring after the breach?

Accepting free credit monitoring from Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery does not waive your right to pursue legal action unless you signed a specific release waiving claims. In most cases, victims who accepted monitoring can still file.

Do I need to have received a notice letter to be eligible?

Not necessarily. Many data breach victims are never notified directly. If your personal information was held by Columbus Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery during the relevant period, you may still qualify even without receiving a letter. A free eligibility review can confirm your status.

How long does a data breach class action lawsuit take?

Most data breach class actions resolve within 18 to 36 months, though timelines vary by court and complexity. Your participation requires minimal effort — typically completing a claim form. Our office handles all litigation; you are notified when a settlement is reached.

Applicable State Law

This breach was reported under the Indiana data breach notification law, which mandates notification and establishes your right to seek damages.

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