Data Breach · Data Breach·OR · Jun 29, 2026Investigation Open

Medtronic Inc.
Data Breach — Legal Rights & Case File

Medtronic Inc. was the subject of a data breach notification filed with the OR Attorney General. The AG filing was recorded on June 29, 2026. The breach or discovery date reported in the filing is April 13, 2026.

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Affected individuals may be entitled to compensation under the Oregon Consumer Information Protection Act. Free attorney review available.

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Incident Overview

Medtronic Inc. was the subject of a data breach notification filed with the OR Attorney General. The AG filing was recorded on June 29, 2026. The breach or discovery date reported in the filing is April 13, 2026.


Filing Record

State Filed
OR
Reported to AG
Jun 29, 2026
Breach Date
Apr 13, 2026
Records
Not disclosed
Status
Investigation Open
Industry
Data Breach
Data Types Exposed
Full NameDate of BirthSocial Security NumberMedical Device Serial and Model NumbersHealth Insurance ID NumberDiagnosis and Treatment InformationPhysician and Provider DetailsContact and Mailing Address

Exposed Data — What's at Risk

Identity Theftcritical risk

Your SSN is the master key to your identity. Once exposed, criminals can open new lines of credit, take out loans, or file taxes in your name.

Identity Verification Bypassmedium risk

Combined with a name and other leaked data, date of birth helps criminals pass identity verification questions at banks and government agencies.


Are You One of the Victims?

Under the Oregon Consumer Information Protection Act, you may have a legal claim if:

  • You received a written data breach notification letter from Medtronic Inc.
  • You are or were a customer, patient, or employee of Medtronic Inc.
  • Your information was held by Medtronic Inc. in OR

Federal & State Protections

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.

Credit Monitoring & Identity Restoration

Professional credit monitoring services cost $10–$40 per month. Identity theft restoration services, if needed, can cost hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars. Courts have awarded these costs as direct damages in SSN breach cases.

HIPAA Statutory Damages

HIPAA violations carry civil penalties between $100 and $50,000 per violation. Where a healthcare organization's negligence led to the exposure of protected health information, class members may recover statutory damages in addition to actual losses.

Statutory Minimum Damages

Several state data breach laws provide for statutory minimum damages — fixed amounts recoverable per affected individual regardless of actual loss. These provisions exist specifically to make legal action viable for victims who have not yet experienced direct harm.

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 Medtronic Inc.?

No. Under Oregon Consumer Information Protection Act 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.

My Social Security Number was exposed. What should I do right now?

Immediately place a free credit freeze at all three bureaus (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion). A freeze blocks new accounts from being opened in your name. Then file a complaint with the FTC at IdentityTheft.gov and contact our office — SSN exposure is one of the most serious breach types.

Does HIPAA give me additional rights in the Medtronic Inc. breach?

If Medtronic Inc. is a covered healthcare entity or business associate under HIPAA, affected patients have additional rights — including the right to an HHS complaint. These HIPAA violations also strengthen civil damages claims. Consult an attorney to understand your full remedies.

Is there a deadline to file a claim?

State statutes of limitations for data breach claims typically run 2–4 years from the date of the breach or its discovery. Because this breach was recently disclosed, the window is open — but acting early preserves your options and strengthens the case.

What if Medtronic Inc. offered me free credit monitoring after the breach?

Accepting free credit monitoring from Medtronic Inc. 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 Medtronic Inc. during the relevant period, you may still qualify even without receiving a letter. A free eligibility review can confirm your status.

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