LAWSUIT UPDATE – Anderson v. Fundamental Administrative Services, LLC, Case No. 25-cv-2754-ABA (D. Md.)
Federal Court Denies Motion to Dismiss in Healthcare Data Breach Class Action
Lynch Carpenter continues to fight for the rights of consumers and patients whose most sensitive information has been compromised due to corporate negligence. Recently, Lynch Carpenter partner Jerry Wells, and his co-counsel, secured a victory in the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, successfully defeating a motion to dismiss in a consolidated data breach class action against Fundamental Administrative Services, LLC, Crimson Heights Health and Wellness, and Horizon Health & Rehabilitation Center.
Background of the Case
The lawsuit was filed on behalf of patients—including residents of Texas and Nevada—who sought short-term and long-term care, physical rehabilitation, and nursing services from Crimson Heights and Horizon. As a condition of receiving these healthcare services, patients were required to entrust the facilities with their Protected Health Information (PHI), who then provided it to Fundamental.
Plaintiffs alleged that the Defendants failed to implement adequate cybersecurity measures to protect this highly sensitive data, resulting in a severe data breach and the theft of the Plaintiffs’ PHI. The exposed information placed patients at an elevated risk of identity theft, fraud, and ongoing privacy violations.
The Court’s Ruling
In an attempt to avoid liability, the Defendants filed a motion to dismiss the consolidated class action complaint. However, arguing on behalf of the plaintiffs, Lynch Carpenter’s Jerry Wells successfully demonstrated that the patients had standing and also sufficiently alleged that the healthcare providers failed in their duty to protect the PHI entrusted to them.
The Court agreed with Plaintiffs’ arguments and largely denied the Defendants’ motion to dismiss. This crucial ruling validates the harm suffered by the victims and allows the class action to proceed to the next phases of litigation, bringing the affected patients one step closer to securing justice and accountability.
A copy of the Court’s decision can be found here.
Protecting Your Privacy
Healthcare providers have a fundamental legal and ethical obligation to safeguard the sensitive medical and personal information of their patients. When they fail to do so, they must be held accountable.
If you or a loved one received a notice that your Protected Health Information was compromised in a data breach, you have rights. Contact the data breach attorneys at Lynch Carpenter today to discuss your legal options.
illumifin Corporation Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
illumifin Corporation (“illumifin”), a a South Carolina-based insurance technology firm and third-party administrator, recently announced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of 97,781 individuals. Illumifin does not serve individuals directly, but rather provides services to insurance carriers. Atlantic Coast Life Insurance Company is one such insurance carrier whose clients were affected in the breach. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against illumifin related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to illumifin’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) and protected health information (“PHI”) including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Home Address
• Social Security Number
• Insurance Policy Information
• Underwriting and Claims Data
• Health Insurance Information
• Medical Record Information
• Financial Account Numbers
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
Lynch Carpenter Partner Nicholas Colella Named to Law360's 2026 Editorial Advisory Board
Lynch Carpenter LLP is pleased to announce that Nick Colella has been selected as a member of Law360’s 2026 Editorial Advisory Board for the Pennsylvania region. This honor reflects Mr. Colella’s recognized expertise in class and complex litigation and his significant contributions to the legal community.
Understanding the Law360 Editorial Advisory Board
Law360, a leading comprehensive legal news and intelligence platform owned by Portfolio Media Inc., established its Editorial Advisory Boards to enhance the quality and relevance of its coverage across the legal industry. Board members serve as trusted advisors and subject matter experts who provide critical feedback on Law360’s reporting, analysis, and coverage strategies.
Members of the Editorial Advisory Boards contribute their deep industry knowledge and professional insights to help shape future coverage priorities. They guide Law360’s editorial team on emerging trends, important legal developments, and areas where enhanced reporting would benefit the legal community. This collaborative relationship ensures that Law360’s coverage remains timely, accurate, and responsive to practitioners’ needs.
A Testament to Leadership in Complex Litigation
Law360’s Editorial Advisory Boards are composed of leading attorneys and legal experts from across the United States. Selection to these boards is a competitive honor—the 2026 boards include attorneys representing top-tier firms and institutions across numerous practice areas.
Nicholas Colella’s selection to this board is a significant recognition of his dedication to advancing plaintiff representation in high stakes matters. Mr. Colella’s experience managing complex litigation across multiple jurisdictions and handling precedent-setting cases provides valuable perspective on the issues that matter most to complex litigation practitioners.
At Lynch Carpenter LLP, our national firm’s mission centers on providing a voice to those faced with disproportionate power, whether through complex class actions, multidistrict litigation, financial fraud litigation, data breach cases, consumer protection matters, civil rights claims, and more. Mr. Colella’s appointment to Law360’s Editorial Advisory Board reflects the firm’s leadership and innovation in the complex litigation space.
The Role of Editorial Board Members
As a member of the Pennsylvania Editorial Advisory Board, Mr. Colella will:
- Provide expert guidance on complex litigation coverage, including class actions and MDLs
- Advise Law360’s editorial team on emerging legal issues and trends affecting plaintiffs’ counsel in complex matters
- Contribute insights on significant case developments and legal precedents shaping the practice
- Help ensure Law360’s content remains relevant to practitioners engaged in complex litigation across the country
Congratulations to Nicholas Colella on this well-deserved recognition.
Mister Guns Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Mister Guns (“Mister Guns”), a gun shop and gun range in Texas, recently announced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of at least 19,000 individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Mister Guns related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Mister Gun’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Driver’s License Number
• Address
• Government Issued ID Number
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
Check City Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Check City, a cash loans provider operating in several states including Utah and Nevada, recently experienced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of thousands of individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Check City related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Check City’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”), including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Address
• Social Security Number
• Driver’s License or other Government-issued ID number
• Financial Account Information
• Payment Card Information
• Date of Birth
Hightower Holding Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Hightower Holding LLC, an investment firm with offices in Chicago and New York, recently experienced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of over one hundred thousand individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Hightower related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Hightower’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”), including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Social Security numbers
• Drivers’ license numbers
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
Deaconess Health System Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Deaconess Health System (“Deaconess”), a medical provider with locations in Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois, recently announced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of an unknown number of individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Heritage related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Deaconess’s files through a third-party vendor and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) and protected health information (“PHI”) including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Social Security numbers
• Dates of birth
• Medical record numbers
• Dates of medical service
• Health insurance identification numbers
• Medical/treatment records
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
MediCopy Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
MediCopy, a vendor providing cloud-based file sharing services to health care organizations, recently experienced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of an unknown number of individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against MediCopy related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to MediCopy’s files through a third-party vendor and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) and protected health information (“PHI”).
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
Heritage Bank Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Heritage Bank (“Heritage”), a financial institution with locations in Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, recently announced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of an unknown number of individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Heritage related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Heritage’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Taxpayer Identification Number
• Financial Account Number
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
Kaplan Data Breach Claims Investigated by Lynch Carpenter
Kaplan North America LLC (“Kaplan”), a global educational services provider, recently announced a cybersecurity incident, which impacted the personal information of at least 192,000 individuals. Lynch Carpenter, LLP is investigating claims against Kaplan related to this data breach. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.
In the incident, an unauthorized person gained access to Kaplan’s network and may have acquired records containing personally identifiable information (“PII”) including individuals’ names in combination with:
• Social Security Number
• Date of Birth
• Driver’s License Number
If your information was impacted in this incident, you may be entitled to compensation. For an attorney to review your case, please complete the form on this page.