If your personal or health information was exposed in the August 2023 Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) data breach, you could be eligible for cash payments or free financial monitoring under a new $7.6 million settlement.
Let’s break down what’s happening and how to claim your benefits.
Why is there a lawsuit?
The lawsuit claims that HSHS failed to use reasonable cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive patient information from a data breach between August 16 and August 27, 2023.
The exposed data may have included:
Social Security numbers
Health insurance information
Driver’s license numbers
Other personal or medical details
HSHS denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of continued litigation.
Who qualifies?
You may be part of the class if:
Your personally identifiable information (PII) or personal health information (PHI) was compromised during the August 2023 breach, and/or
You received a notice from HSHS about the incident.
This includes patients at any of HSHS’s 15 hospitals across Illinois and Wisconsin.
How much can people get?
Class members can choose between cash compensation or financial monitoring benefits:
| Option | What You Get | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Documented Loss Payment | Up to $5,000 for out-of-pocket losses (e.g., identity theft, credit monitoring, ID replacement) | Must submit proof such as receipts or statements |
| Alternative Cash Payment | Flat cash amount (varies depending on number of valid claims) | No proof of losses required |
| Financial Monitoring | 2 years of CyEx Financial Shield coverage, including $1 million fraud insurance | Available to all class members |
What Are Your Options?
| Action | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Submit Claim Form | November 14, 2025 |
| Exclude Yourself (Opt Out) | November 14, 2025 |
| Object to Settlement | November 14, 2025 |
| Final Approval Hearing | December 4, 2025 |
How to File a Claim
To receive a payment or benefit, you must submit a valid claim form by November 14, 2025.
File online: Submit Your Claim Here
Mail your claim to:
HSHS Data Incident Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958
[email protected]
844-496-1105
If your data was compromised in the HSHS August 2023 breach, this is your chance to get compensated or protect your identity at no cost.
