NEWTOWN, Pa., Dec. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating data privacy claims regarding an incident at Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health learned of a data breach on or about November 28, 2025. If you would like to discuss this case with a lawyer, please click HERE. About Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health is a nationwide nonprofit that provides services for people of all ages with emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. What happened? On or about November 28, 2025, the ransomware group known as The Gentlemen announced that they were behind a breach targeting Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health. They issued a threat stating they would release confidential personal information if the organization did not begin talks with them. The size of the information leak is currently unknown. How can I protect my personal data? If you receive a data breach notification regarding Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, you should take steps to protect yourself against identity theft and fraud. Such measures include regularly reviewing your account statements and monitoring your credit reports for any suspicious or unauthorized activity. Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating a class action lawsuit to seek legal remedies for individuals whose sensitive personal data may have been compromised by the Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health data breach. For more

Devereux Foundation Hit by Ransomware Attack, Sensitive Data at Risk On November 9, 2025, the Devereux Foundation a national nonprofit specializing in behavioral healthcare detected unusual activity in its electronic systems. The organization swiftly isolated affected systems and initiated an investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts. The ransomware group The Gentlemen later claimed responsibility, announcing on a dark web forum on November 28 that they had exfiltrated sensitive data and threatened to publish it within nine to ten days unless their demands were met. While the exact number of affected individuals remains undisclosed, Devereux confirmed that current and former employees, clients, donors, payors, and business partners may be impacted. Potentially exposed data includes names, demographic details, clinical records, and financial information. The severity of the breach is compounded by the group’s intent to leak the stolen data, a tactic increasingly used in ransomware attacks to pressure victims into compliance. In response, Devereux has prioritized system restoration and security, notifying affected individuals and offering complimentary credit monitoring services. The organization has also established a dedicated call center for inquiries. The investigation remains ongoing.