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Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement

Up to $15

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 16, 2026. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →

What happened

Legacy Health allegedly disclosed patients' personally identifiable information to Meta (Facebook) and Google without permission. The lawsuit alleged breach of confidence, breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment, and negligence. Legacy Health denies any wrongdoing, and the court has not decided who is right.

Do you qualify?

Patients of Legacy Health residing in the United States who either (1) were invited to and did register for a Legacy Health patient portal account between February 18, 2019 and December 31, 2020, or (2) logged into the patient portal between January 1, 2021 and February 9, 2024.

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

  • Cash Payment

    $15 each

    Each Settlement Class Member may submit a Claim for a one-time cash payment.

  • Medical Shield Complete

    All Settlement Class Members will be entitled to automatically receive one year of Medical Shield Complete product free of charge without submitting a claim, which includes credit monitoring, ID monitoring, dark web monitoring, identity theft insurance, and other security features.

Who is in the class

All patients of Legacy Health residing in the United States (1) who were invited to and did register for a Legacy Health patient portal account from February 18, 2019, through December 31, 2020 ("Category 1"), and (2) do not fall within Category 1, but otherwise logged into the Patient Portal from January 1, 2021, through February 9, 2024.

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

Submit a claim form by March 16, 2026 to receive a $15 cash payment. All class members automatically receive a one-year Medical Shield Complete protection code and enrollment link (active June 16, 2026 through September 14, 2026) without submitting a claim.

Common questions

How much does the Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: Up to $15. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
What is the claim deadline for the Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 16, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement?
No. You can file without a receipt or proof of purchase. You attest that you qualify and submit basic details, though claims are still subject to review and submitting a false claim is a crime.
Is the Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Simpluris is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at app.medicalshield.cyex.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
When will payments from the Layman v. Legacy Health Data Breach Settlement be sent?
Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for April 16, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

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