Young Consulting Data Breach  – Class Action Investigation

Chimicles Schwartz Kriner & Donaldson-Smith is investigating a potential class action relating to a data breach incident involving Young Consulting LLC (“Young Consulting”), a third-party vendor who provides risk management services for health insurance provider Blue Shield of California.  The Company confirmed that 955,717 health plan members had their information taken in a data breach incident according to a filing with the Maine Attorney General.

What Happened at Young Consulting?

On or around April 13, 2024, an unauthorized user gained access to Young Consulting’s system. Young Consulting retained a cybersecurity firm to conduct further investigation to confirm the scope of the breach.

Following the investigation’s completion, it was confirmed that the personal information belonging to a large number of individuals with Blue Shield of California health insurance was compromised as a result. The information compromised may have included, but not limited to the following:  full name; social security number, date of birth; history of address for prior two to five years; proof of current address including copies of current utility or telephone bill; photocopy of government issued identification card including driver’s license, ID card, or military identification; copy of police report or investigative report or complaint made to a law enforcement agency.

Why is it Important to you?

The data breach, if confirmed, could have severe implications for the affected users, leading to potential identity theft, financial fraud, and further cyber attacks. The hacker group’s bold move to put this data on sale goes on to show the growing menace of cybercrime and the increasing sophistication of these cyber adversaries.

If you believe your personal information may have been compromised as a result of this breach, please contact one of our data breach attorneys by filling-out the form provided below.