Bohannon v. Lyon Real Estate Data Security Incident Settlement
If Lyon Real Estate notified you that your personal information was exposed in the April 18–May 4, 2023 data breach, you may be eligible for cash payments up to $10,000, five years of credit monitoring, and additional relief. Submit a claim by February 5, 2026 to secure your benefits.
File Your Claim at the Official Settlement Site
Who Is Eligible?
The Settlement Class includes “all 7,287 individuals whose personally identifying information may have been compromised in the Lyon Real Estate data security incident or who received a Notice of Data Security Incident.”
You are not included if you:
- Are the presiding judge (or immediate family/staff),
- Are a current Lyon entity or subsidiary,
- Timely exclude yourself, or
- Are the successor/assign of any excluded person.
Settlement Benefits
- Identity Theft & Fraud Monitoring (ITFM): Five years of three-bureau credit monitoring plus $1 million in insurance.
- Documented Loss Payments: Reimbursement up to $10,000 for out-of-pocket losses (including up to 10 hours of lost time at $25/hr) tied to the breach.
- California Statutory Cash Payment: Estimated $250 for residents (or those residing in CA on April 18, 2023); amount may adjust pro-rata.
- Residual Cash Payment: Pro-rata distribution of any remaining funds after primary benefits are paid.
- Enhanced Data Security: Lyon Real Estate will implement additional safeguards to protect consumer data.
Key Deadlines
- Opt-Out Deadline: January 6, 2026
- Objection Deadline: January 6, 2026
- Claim Deadline: February 5, 2026
- Final Approval Hearing: March 13, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. (Zoom link)
How to File a Claim
- Visit the official settlement portal at lyondataincidentsettlement.com.
- Have your Notice ID and PIN ready (find them on the mailed notice or request them from the administrator).
- Select the benefits you want—credit monitoring, documented loss reimbursement, and/or the California statutory payment.
- Upload supporting documents for out-of-pocket losses, if claiming reimbursement.
- Submit online or mail the printed claim form by February 5, 2026.
Important Documents
Download Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Download Paper Claim Form (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bohannon v. Lyon Real Estate settlement about?
The lawsuit alleges Lyon Real Estate failed to adequately safeguard personal data exposed during an April 18–May 4, 2023 cyber-attack. Lyon denies wrongdoing but agreed to a $637,500 settlement to resolve the claims.
How much can I receive?
You may claim up to $10,000 in documented losses plus five years of credit monitoring. California residents may receive an additional statutory cash payment projected at $250 (subject to pro-rata adjustment).
Do I need proof to file?
Proof is only required for documented loss reimbursement (e.g., receipts, bank or phone records). Credit monitoring and California statutory payments generally need only your Notice ID, PIN, and (for CA payment) a residency attestation.
What happens if I do nothing?
You will give up your right to sue over the breach and receive no settlement benefits.
Can I still sue Lyon Real Estate if I stay in the class?
No. Remaining in the class means you release all related claims. To preserve separate rights, you must exclude yourself by January 6, 2026.
Where can I read filings in the case?
All public court documents are available through the Sacramento Superior Court portal at this link.