Krenk et al. v. Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Settlement
If Murfreesboro Medical Clinic (MMC) notified you that your personal or health information was exposed in the April 2023 ransomware attack, you could receive cash reimbursement, lost-time payment, and extended credit monitoring. Submit a claim by April 14, 2026 to secure your benefits.
Download Claim Form (PDF)Who Is Included?
The “Settlement Class” covers all individuals whose private information MMC said may have been compromised in the April 2023 data breach, regardless of whether they actually received or opened the mailed notice. Excluded are MMC’s officers and directors, anyone who opts out, the presiding judge and family, and any person criminally involved in the breach.
Available Settlement Benefits
- Out-of-Pocket Reimbursement – documented costs (e.g., bank fees, credit reports, fraud-related expenses) incurred because of the breach.
- Lost-Time Compensation – payment for time reasonably spent dealing with the incident.
- 24 Months of Additional Credit Monitoring & Identity-Theft Protection – even if you already used the free services initially offered.
Important Deadlines
- Opt-Out / Objection Deadline: December 15, 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: January 16, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CT
- Claim Filing Deadline: April 14, 2026
Your Options
- File a Claim – Get the benefits listed above. Must be signed and submitted/postmarked by 4/14/2026.
- Exclude Yourself – Keep your right to sue MMC individually, but give up settlement benefits. Send a signed opt-out request by 12/15/2025.
- Object or Comment – Tell the Court why you support or oppose the settlement by 12/15/2025.
- Attend the Hearing – Speak (optional) at the final approval hearing on 1/16/2026.
- Do Nothing – You’ll forfeit compensation but will still be bound by the settlement’s release of claims.
Court & Attorneys’ Fees
The Court in Rutherford County, Tennessee will decide whether to approve: (1) up to $350,000 in attorneys’ fees and costs for Class Counsel, and (2) service awards up to $3,000 each (total $24,000) for the named plaintiffs. These payments will not reduce the money available to class members.
Key Documents
The full text of the settlement and related Court orders are available for review:
Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Order Granting Preliminary Approval (PDF)
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the MMC data breach underlying the Krenk et al. settlement?
Hackers launched a ransomware attack on MMC’s computer systems in April 2023, gaining unauthorized access to patient and employee data. The plaintiffs allege MMC’s security was negligent, which MMC denies.
How much money can I receive from the Krenk et al. v. Murfreesboro Medical Clinic settlement?
The exact amounts depend on your documented losses and time spent, but eligible class members may be reimbursed for proven expenses and compensated for time, plus receive 24 months of credit monitoring.
Do I need proof of expenses to file a claim?
Yes. To obtain out-of-pocket reimbursement, you must submit documentation (receipts, bank statements, etc.). Time compensation and credit monitoring require only attestation on the claim form.
Can I still sue MMC if I participate in this settlement?
No. By accepting settlement benefits, you release all related claims against MMC. If you wish to retain the right to sue individually, you must opt out by December 15, 2025.
Where do I send my claim or opt-out request?
Mail all forms to:
Settlement Administrator – 83284
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
PO Box 225391
New York, NY 10150-5391
Need Help?
Call the Settlement Administrator at (833) 630-8406 with any questions.