Posted On February 1, 2025 Consumer Privacy & Data Breaches
February 1 – The Asheville Eye Associates data breach lawyers at Console & Associates, P.C are investigating the data breach that was reported after the company was targeted in a recent cyber security attack. The Asheville Eye Associates data breach resulted in unauthorized access to confidential consumer information. The incident is believed to have impacted as many as 193,306 individuals.
According to the filing with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights, Asheville Eye Associates reported a data breach following a “Hacking / IT incident” targeting their network server. While the attack targeted Asheville Eye Associates’ systems, investigations are still ongoing to determine whether the breach occurred directly within their infrastructure or through one of their third-party vendors or partners.
On January 17, 2025, Asheville Eye Associates began the process of notifying affected individuals by sending out data breach letters. These letters are expected to provide detailed information about the specific types of personal data that were compromised during the incident.
Asheville Eye Associates operates as an ophthalmology and optometry practice based in Asheville, North Carolina. The organization provides comprehensive eye care services through their network of ophthalmologists, optometrists, and support staff. Their service offerings include cataract surgery, LASIK procedures, glaucoma treatment, retina care, and routine eye examinations. Asheville Eye Associates maintains a workforce of 129 employees and generates annual revenue of approximately $5 million.
Our data breach lawyers are eager to speak to victims of the Asheville Eye Associates data breach to determine what damages they sustained and what compensation may be available to them. If you recently received a NOTICE OF DATA BREACH from Asheville Eye Associates and would like a free consultation, contact the Console & Associates, P.C. law firm at (866) 778-5500 to discuss your legal options, or submit a confidential contact form.
