Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Data Breach at North Star Fertility Partners
BOSTON, Feb. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a class action law firm located in suburban Philadelphia, is probing data privacy violations stemming from a cyber incident involving North Star Fertility Partners LLC, commonly referred to as Northstar. The organization discovered a data breach that transpired between August 12 and August 17, 2025.
The breach has raised significant concerns regarding the security of personal information, particularly as it relates to Northstar’s patient database. The incident was triggered by a cybersecurity lapse associated with a third-party vendor, Salesloft, resulting in unauthorized access to information hosted on the Salesforce platform. Following the breach, Northstar promptly initiated an investigation, collaborating with a cybersecurity firm to ascertain the full extent of the data compromise.
As a result of this investigation, it became evident that the affected database potentially contained sensitive personal details, including names and driver’s license numbers. In February 2026, Northstar began mailing notification letters to potentially impacted individuals, advising them of the breach and the risks involved.
Business owners must remain vigilant when responding to such breaches, particularly as hackers often employ various tactics and techniques detailed in the MITRE ATT&CK framework. Initial access can be gained through compromised third-party vendors, as seen in this incident, highlighting a worrying supply chain vulnerability. Persistence might be achieved through various entry points within vendor networks. Furthermore, subsequent privilege escalation could allow malicious actors to expand their access, increasing the potential damage.
Individuals who receive notifications regarding the Northstar breach are advised to actively monitor their financial accounts and credit reports. Steps should include scrutinizing account statements for unusual activities and considering services that offer identity theft protection.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP aims to pursue a class action lawsuit on behalf of those whose personal information may have been jeopardized due to this breach. This investigation reflects the firm’s commitment to addressing the legal ramifications faced by victims of cyber incidents.
For more information about legal recourse related to this breach, interested parties can reach out to Marc Edelson at Edelson Lechtzin LLP, located at 411 S. State Street, Suite N-300, Newtown, PA 18940. Contact can be made via phone at 844-696-7492 ext. 2 or through email at medelson@edelson-law.com.
Edelson Lechtzin LLP is a prominent national class action firm with expertise not only in data breach cases but also in various areas including securities fraud and consumer protection. This incident emphasizes the growing risks faced by businesses in today’s cyber landscape and the importance of robust security measures across all operational levels.