James C. Standring, DDS Data Breach Investigation

A dental practice in Crescent City, California has notified thousands of current and former patients that their personal and health information may have been compromised in a data security incident. James C. Standring, DDS reported that the breach affects approximately 6,658 individuals nationwide, according to a disclosure filed with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. Contact our data privacy attorneys to learn more about your legal options.

What happened at Standring Dental?

According to the practice's breach notification, unauthorized access to certain computer systems was discovered on September 2, 2024. The practice states that it secured its systems and brought in independent cybersecurity and forensic specialists to determine the scope of the incident. Notification letters to affected patients reportedly began going out in July 2026, nearly two years after the intrusion was first identified.

The information that may have been exposed reportedly varies by individual but can include:

• Full names and addresses
• Email addresses
• Social Security numbers
• Driver's license or state identification numbers
• Financial account or payment card information
• Medical information and health insurance details

Because Social Security numbers and medical records are considered highly sensitive under both state and federal law, affected patients may face an elevated risk of identity theft, medical identity fraud, and phishing attempts for years to come.

Why the notification timeline matters

Under HIPAA and many state data breach notification laws, organizations that maintain protected health information are generally required to notify affected individuals within a reasonable timeframe once a breach is discovered. When there is a significant gap between discovery and notification, it can raise questions about whether patients were given a fair opportunity to protect themselves from potential harm. These are the kinds of questions that data privacy attorneys often examine closely when reviewing a healthcare data breach.

It is important to note that the extent of any legal responsibility has not been determined, and the practice has not been found liable for any wrongdoing at this time.

Why Hire The Lyon Firm

Healthcare data breaches can expose patients to long-term financial and medical identity risks that are not always obvious right away. An experienced data privacy attorney can help you understand whether you have a viable legal claim, what compensation may be available, and how to protect yourself going forward.

The Lyon Firm has represented individuals across the country in data breach litigation involving dental practices, healthcare providers, and other organizations entrusted with sensitive personal information. Our data breach attorneys review each case individually and do not charge unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

If you received a breach notification letter from James C. Standring, DDS, contact The Lyon Firm today for a free, confidential case evaluation.

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This article is based on publicly available disclosures and reporting as of the date of publication and may be updated as more information becomes available. No claims are made regarding the fault, negligence, or liability of James C. Standring, DDS.