Individuals who received notice from MMC in 2023 stating that their personal or health information may have been compromised in an April 2023 ransomware attack may qualify for settlement benefits. The settlement provides financial compensation, credit monitoring, and requires MMC to implement enhanced data security measures.
Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?
You may be eligible if:
- Your personal information may have been compromised in the April 2023 data breach.
- MMC sent you a data breach notice in 2023.
- You do not need to show identity theft or financial loss to participate.
How Much Can Class Members Receive?
Class members may claim:
- Up to $500 for documented, unreimbursed out-of-pocket expenses linked to the breach
- Up to $50 for lost time (paid at $25/hour for up to 2 hours; included within the $500 cap)
- Lost time claims are subject to a $200,000 aggregate cap. If total claims exceed the cap, payments will be reduced proportionally.
- Two years of credit monitoring and identity theft protection, including $1,000,000 in identity theft insurance
How to File a Claim
Class members may submit a claim online or download the PDF claim form to print and mail.
Claim deadline: April 14, 2026
Mailing address:
Settlement Administrator – 83284
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
PO Box 225391
New York, NY 10150-5391
Required Documentation
- Class member ID from your settlement notice
- Out-of-pocket expense claims: Receipts, bills, statements, or other documents showing the breach likely caused the loss
- Self-created documents (e.g., handwritten receipts) are not sufficient alone but may supplement other proof
- Lost time claims: A detailed description of actions taken, dates, and hours spent
- Credit monitoring claims: No documentation required—just select the option on the claim form
Payout Options
- Settlement checks will be mailed to valid claimants
- Credit monitoring activation codes will be sent by mail or email
- Checks must be cashed within 120 days
Settlement Fund Overview
The settlement fund includes:
- Settlement administration costs: To be determined
- Attorneys’ fees, costs, and expenses: Up to $350,000
- Service awards: Up to $3,000 each (total $24,000)
- Credit monitoring costs: Based on number of claims
- Payments to class members: Based on number of claims
Important Dates
- Opt-out deadline: December 15, 2025
- Final approval hearing: January 16, 2026
- Claim filing deadline: April 14, 2026
When Will Payments Be Issued?
Settlement checks will be mailed approximately 60 days after final approval or 30 days after the last timely claim review, whichever is later.
Why Was This Settlement Reached?
The lawsuit alleged MMC failed to properly safeguard patient and employee information, enabling third-party criminals to access personal data during the April 2023 ransomware attack.
MMC denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid ongoing litigation costs and risks.
Award: Up to $500 plus credit monitoring
Deadline: April 14, 2026
