MU Health Care $8 Million Data Breach Settlement

If you received notice from MU Health Care that your personal information may have been compromised in a security incident in May 2020, you may be eligible to claim up to $150 from a class action settlement.

The Curators of the University of Missouri have agreed to pay $8,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged failure to adequately secure and safeguard personal information.

Who is eligible for a payout?

To be considered a class member, you must have received a notification from MU Health Care indicating that your personal information was potentially compromised in the May 2020 security incident.

How much are the payouts?

• Reimbursement: Up to $150 for documented out-of-pocket expenses related to the security incident, including up to three hours of lost time compensated at $25 per hour.
• Fixed Cash Payment: A flat payment of $60 without needing to provide additional documentation.

If the total claims exceed $8,000,000, payments will be reduced on a pro rata basis.

Is proof required to get a payout?

Claimants must provide documentation of expenses or attest to time lost due to the incident.

Fixed cash payments do not require proof.

How to claim a payout

Class members must submit a claim form by January 14, 2025. Claims can be filed online through the online claim form or by mailing a printed claim form to the claims administrator.

Mail printed forms to:

Bumbales v. Curators of UM

Claims Administrator

P.O. Box 3710

Portland, OR 97208-3710

Claim instructions

1. Visit the settlement website and access the claim form.
2. Fill out the form with your personal information and claim details.
3. Attach any necessary documentation for reimbursement claims.
4. Submit the form online or mail it to the claims administrator by the deadline.

Payout methods

Class members will receive payments via check sent to the address provided in their claim form.

$8 Million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $8,000,000 will cover various expenses, including:

• Valid claims for reimbursement and fixed cash payments.
• Payments to class representatives, estimated at $5,000 each.
• Attorney fees, not to exceed 22% of the settlement fund.
• Administrative costs, estimated at $100,000.

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: January 14, 2025
• Final Approval Hearing: February 3, 2025

When is the MU Health Care payout date?

After the final approval hearing on February 3, 2025, if the settlement is approved, payments will be processed and distributed to eligible class members within 21 calendar days. This is assuming no appeals delay the process.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit was initiated because MU Health Care allegedly failed to adequately protect personal information, leading to a data breach. The settlement aims to compensate affected individuals without the need for prolonged litigation.