Lincare Holdings Data Breach Settlement: Awards up to $5,000

In September 2021, Lincare Holdings Inc. experienced a data breach that potentially exposed the personal information of countless individuals across the United States. If you're concerned that your data may have been compromised in this incident, you could be eligible for compensation as part of a class action settlement. Here's what you need to know about who benefits, potential compensation amounts, and how to file a claim.

Who Benefits?: Individuals in the United States whose Personally Identifiable Information (PII) was stored by Lincare Holdings Inc. and potentially disclosed, compromised, or accessed due to the data breach in September 2021.

How much can I get?: Eligible class members may receive monetary compensation for losses, reimbursement for time spent addressing the breach, and one year of Medical Shield monitoring services.

Important Dates

• Fairness Hearing: A Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for June 12, 2024.
• Deadline to File a Claim: Claims must be submitted by April 15, 2024.
• Opt-Out Deadline: To exclude yourself from the settlement, you must send your written request by March 14, 2024.
• Objection Deadline: If you wish to object to the settlement, your objections must be postmarked by March 14, 2024.

Identifying Eligible Class Members

All individuals in the United States whose PII was stored by Lincare Holdings Inc. and potentially compromised during the data breach are considered class members. This includes those whose names, addresses, account numbers, dates of birth, medical and health insurance information, and in some cases, Social Security numbers, were affected.

• Category A: All Settlement Class Members
• Category B: Out-of-Pocket Loss Claimants
• Category C: Lost Time Claimants
• Category D: California Settlement Class Members

There are no specified exclusions from the class; all affected individuals are encouraged to file a claim if they meet the criteria.

Understanding the Available Awards

Class members can claim various forms of relief depending on the impact of the breach on their personal information.

• Category A: One year of Medical Shield monitoring services.
• Category B: Up to $5,000 for unreimbursed Out-of-Pocket Losses.
• Category C: Reimbursement for up to four hours of Lost Time at $20 per hour.
• Category D: An additional $90 for California residents.

The Nature of the Compromised Data

The breach potentially exposed a range of PII, including:

• Names and addresses
• Lincare account numbers
• Dates of birth
• Medical information, such as treatments, provider names, dates of service, diagnosis/procedure, account or record numbers
• Health insurance information
• Prescription information
• Social Security numbers (in limited circumstances)

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Yes, claimants must submit reasonable documentation or a proper attestation to support their claims for compensation.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, submit a Claim Form by April 15, 2024. The form is available on the official settlement website. You can complete the form online or mail it to the Settlement Administrator.

Analyzing the Settlement Fund

The settlement fund is designed to cover claims, administrative costs, identity theft protection services, and attorneys' fees. The exact compensation for each claimant will depend on the number of valid claims.

The Reason for the Class Action Settlement

The settlement resolves allegations that Lincare Holdings Inc. failed to adequately protect PII. The company denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to the settlement to avoid the uncertainties of litigation.

For more information, visit www.LincareSettlement.com or call (833) 383-4044.