What Is This About?

If you recently received correspondence from Southern Illinois Dermatology notifying you of a data breach, your personal and protected health information may have been exposed. Our team is investigating the Southern Illinois Dermatology data breach and is speaking with individuals who may have been affected. Contact us to learn more about your options.

What Happened?

On November 28, 2025, Southern Illinois Dermatology discovered a cybersecurity incident that affected certain systems within its network. on November 28, 2025, and launched an investigation with third-party specialists. An investigation determined that between November 20, 2025, and November 28, 2025, a threat actor may have accessed certain files containing sensitive personal and protected health information.

On April 2, 2026, Southern Illinois Dermatology disclosed the incident to regulatory authorities, posted a notice on its website, and began notifying impacted individuals. These notices include additional information about the data breach and steps you can take to protect yourself.

What Information Was Impacted?

Based on current information, the following categories of sensitive personal and protected health information may have been compromised:
      • Full Name;
      • Address;
      • Date of birth;
      • Social Security number;
      • Telephone number;
      • Email address;
      • Person number; and
      • Medical record number.
Not every individual had all of this information exposed, but even limited data can increase the risk of identity theft or fraud.

What Action Can You Take?

My Data Breach Attorney is investigating whether affected individuals are entitled to compensation. If you received a notice from Southern Illinois Dermatology, there is no cost or obligation to participate. Complete the form above to find out about your rights and potential legal remedies available.

About Southern Illinois Dermatology

Southern Illinois Dermatology, headquartered in Herrin, Illinois, is a healthcare provider specializing in dermatological care. The practice offers a range of medical and cosmetic skin treatments and serves patients across Southern Illinois.

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My Data Breach Attorney

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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.