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The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach

Incident readout

Company
The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Reported to
Maryland Attorney General
Filed
March 12, 2025
People affected
Not stated in the filing
Incident type in filing
Not stated
Our review
Investigation Open

Was this a ransomware attack?

The filing does not say ransomware was involved. We do not label an incident ransomware unless the company’s report says so. Whatever the cause, the steps to protect yourself and the legal question are the same.

What we know

The Seltzer Firm and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center appear to be entities operating at the intersection of legal services and specialized healthcare, likely involving complex medical-legal documentation. Given this industry, these organizations typically collect and store sensitive personal information, including detailed medical histories, diagnostic records, treatment plans, and protected health information, alongside legal case files and government-issued identification. This data breach was officially reported to the Maryland Attorney General in 2025, triggering formal notification requirements for those impacted. If you received a data breach notification letter, it indicates that your personal or protected health information may have been compromised during this incident. We recommend reviewing the letter carefully to understand the specific steps the organizations are taking to address the security event and protect your identity.

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After the The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center incident: what to do and your options

What should I do after getting the The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach notice?
Keep the letter and the envelope, and note the date it arrived. Freeze your credit with Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, change any passwords the notice mentions, and sign up for any free credit monitoring the letter offers. Then check whether you may have a claim.
Did The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offer free credit monitoring?
Check your letter from The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. If free credit or identity monitoring is offered, the enrollment code and deadline are printed in the notice itself. Enrolling does not give up your right to bring a claim.
Can I sue The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center over the data breach?
It depends on what was exposed, the law in Maryland and your own state, and whether you've been harmed. Most people take part through a class action rather than suing alone. Keep your notification letter — it's the proof that connects you to the breach.
Do I need a The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach lawyer or attorney?
Whether the company's systems were encrypted by ransomware or data was simply taken, the legal question is the same: did it protect your information the way the law requires? An attorney can review your notice for free, and these cases are usually handled on contingency.
Is there a The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach class action lawsuit?
Law firms often open an investigation after a breach notice like this one, and a class action lawsuit may follow. This page doesn't confirm that a lawsuit has been filed against The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. You usually don't have to join a class action to be included — if a settlement is reached, class members are notified and can file a claim.
Is the The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach letter legit or a scam?
A notice from The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in the mail matches the breach The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reported to the Maryland Attorney General on March 12, 2025. Check that the company name and dates in your letter match that filing. A real notice of data security incident won't ask for your password, Social Security number or a payment — if it does, contact The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center through a phone number or website you find yourself.
How much could a The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center data breach settlement or claim be worth?
There is no set amount, and no The Seltzer Firm; The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center settlement is confirmed here. In past data breach settlements, payments depended on what data was exposed and on documented losses — fraud, out-of-pocket costs and time spent dealing with the breach. Keep receipts and records; they're what damages claims are built on.

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