UChicago Medicine Medical Group Data Breach – Investigated by Federman & Sherwood
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (June 4, 2025) – Federman & Sherwood, a nationally recognized law firm focusing on data privacy and cybersecurity, is investigating a data breach involving UChicago Medicine Medical Group, a healthcare provider based in Illinois.
According to a report published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on May 23, 2025, UChicago Medicine Medical Group experienced a hacking/IT incident involving its network server. The breach reportedly exposed the protected health information (PHI) of approximately 38,656 individuals.
The nature of the breach—unauthorized access to a network server—raises serious concerns about the security of sensitive health and personal data. Protected information may include names, medical records, and other confidential identifiers regulated under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Federman & Sherwood is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the breach to determine whether UChicago Medicine Medical Group implemented appropriate safeguards to protect patient data. The firm is evaluating potential legal claims on behalf of individuals whose information may have been compromised as a result of this incident.
The compromised information may have included:
- Name
- Social Security numbers
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
- Other sensitive information
What is UChicago Medicine Medical Group?
UChicago Medicine Medical Group provides a comprehensive network of care, including primary and specialty care, for patients in and around Chicago, its suburbs, and Northwest Indiana. They offer a wide range of services, from routine checkups and immunizations to advanced treatments for complex medical conditions.
Individuals who were notified of the breach or believe they may be affected are encouraged to contact Federman & Sherwood to discuss their legal rights and options.
For more information, please contact:
FEDERMAN & SHERWOOD
Phone: (405) 235-1560
Email : info@federmanlaw.com
Website: www.federmanlaw.com