What Is This About?

If you recently received a letter or an email from Ruffolo, Hooper & Associates, MD, PA (“RHA”) informing you that your sensitive personal information was compromised in a data breach, we would like to speak with you about your rights and potential legal remedies. RHA recently disclosed that it's third-party vendor, National Recovery Services (NRS) was the victim of a data breach that exposed individuals’ sensitive personal information.

What Happened?

On February 7, 2025, Ruffolo, Hooper & Associates, MD, PA (RHA) was notified that its third-party vendor, Nationwide Recovery Services (NRS), had experienced a security incident potentially involving information related to RHA patients. NRS reported that it had detected suspicious activity on its systems in July 2024 and, following an investigation, determined that unauthorized access occurred between July 5 and July 11, 2024, resulting in the acquisition of certain data. After learning of the incident, RHA worked to gather further details, including the scope of impact and the identification of affected individuals. On or around April 3, 2025, NRS confirmed it would not be issuing direct notifications, prompting RHA to coordinate the notification process. On April 3, 2025, RHA identified persons whose sensitive data was included in the impacted data. On May 21, 2025, RHA filed a notice with the Vermont Attorney General's Office and started sending out notice letters to impacted individuals.

What Information Was Impacted?

Upon information and belief, the following types of sensitive personal information may have been compromised:
    • Name;
    • Addresses;
    • Social Security numbers;
    • Dates of Birth;
    • Genders;
    • Dates of service;
    • Insurance carrier names; and
    • Insurance policy number.
 

What Action Can You Take?

My Data Breach Attorney is investigating whether affected users are entitled to compensation. If you received a notice from Ruffolo, Hooper & Associates, MD, PA there is no cost or obligation to participate. Follow the link below to find out about your rights and potential legal remedies available.

About Ruffolo, Hooper & Associates, MD, PA

Ruffolo, Hooper & Associates, MD, PA is a physician-owned medical practice based in Tampa, Florida. The group specializes in anatomic and clinical pathology services and provides board-certified pathologists to hospitals, surgery centers, and laboratories across the state. RHA partners with Physicians Independent Management Services (PIMS) for billing and practice management support.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Know Your Legal Rights After a Data Breach Incident

A data breach occurs when sensitive, confidential, or protected information is accessed, disclosed, or stolen without authorization. This may include personal data, financial information, medical information, or business secrets.

Our firm provides the following services:

  • Investigating the breach and determining liability.
  • Filing lawsuits or claims against negligent companies.
  • Helping recover financial damages.
  • Advising on legal steps to protect your rights.

As a consumer, you have the right to:

  • Be notified of the breach under U.S. laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) if applicable.
  • Seek compensation for financial or reputational harm.
  • Take legal action against the entity responsible for negligence.

Depending on the case, you may be entitled to:

  • Reimbursement for financial losses (e.g., identity theft).
  • Compensation for emotional distress or loss of privacy.
  • Punitive damages if negligence is proven.

Yes, time is critical. If you suspect your data has been compromised:

  • Secure your accounts by changing passwords.
  • Monitor your credit reports for unusual activity.
  • Contact a law firm to explore legal options for compensation.

Our firm works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you.

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