Circle Park Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Circle Park has notified 1,157 South Carolina residents of a cybersecurity incident that may have exposed personal and health information. If you received a breach letter, you may be entitled to no-cost identity protection and potential compensation. Contact our team for a free, confidential case evaluation.
Key Facts
- Legal entity: Florence County Commission on Alcohol & Drug Abuse (Circle Park)
- Incident discovered: March 8, 2025
- Data review completed: December 23, 2025
- Consumer notice mailed: December 29, 2025
- Reported to SC Department of Consumer Affairs: January 14, 2026
- Total individuals affected: 1,157 (all in South Carolina)
What Happened
On March 8, 2025, Circle Park detected unusual activity in its computer network. The organization immediately secured its systems and engaged an independent cybersecurity firm to investigate. The forensic investigation determined that an unknown actor accessed and acquired certain files containing personal information and personal health information. Circle Park then conducted a comprehensive data review to identify affected individuals and complete address verification, finishing this process on December 23, 2025. Breach notifications were mailed on December 29, 2025.
Information Involved
The compromised data varied by individual and may have included:
- Name
- Personal and health information noted in Circle Park’s description
Company Response
According to the notice filed with South Carolina regulators, Circle Park:
- Secured the affected systems immediately upon discovery
- Engaged a leading, independent cybersecurity firm for a forensic investigation
- Implemented additional security measures to reduce the risk of future incidents
- Offered complimentary identity-protection services through IDX, including 12 months of credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy, and fully-managed identity restoration assistance
What You Can Do
- Enroll in the free IDX credit monitoring and identity theft protection service described in your letter
- Review the guidance provided in the notice for additional steps to safeguard your personal information
- Monitor your financial and medical accounts for suspicious activity
- Consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit reports
Company Overview
Circle Park is an outpatient mental health and substance abuse center founded in 1973 and headquartered at 238 S Coit St, Florence, SC, United States.
- Industry: Outpatient Mental Health & Substance Abuse Centers
- Approximate employees: 57
- Website: circlepark.com
- Facebook: @circleparkbhs
- Instagram: @circleparkbhs
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Circle Park — what should I do?
Follow the instructions in the letter, activate the complimentary IDX services, and monitor your accounts. If you experience fraud, contact the IDX recovery team for assistance.
How many people were affected by the Circle Park data breach?
The notice filed with South Carolina reports that 1,157 individuals were impacted.
What information did the Circle Park breach expose?
The breach may have included your name along with certain personal and health information contained in Circle Park’s records.
Did Circle Park offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
Yes. Circle Park is offering complimentary identity-protection services through IDX that include 12 months of credit and CyberScan monitoring.
How do I submit a claim related to the Circle Park data breach?
Contact a data-privacy attorney to discuss your situation and preserve any potential claims. Keep copies of your breach letter and proof of enrollment in IDX services.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Circle Park?
You can download the notice directly from the South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs using the button above.
