Lugo v. Inova Health Care Services Class Action Settlement
If you used an Inova MyChart account and visited any public Inova website between April 29 2022 and April 29 2024, you could receive an equal share of a $3.15 million cash fund. File a simple claim online or by mail before April 6 2026 to secure your payment.
Submit Your Claim at HealthPixelSettlement.com
Am I Eligible?
You are part of the Settlement Class if:
- You were in the United States, and
- You had an Inova MyChart account, and
- You visited any public-facing Inova website between 04/29/2022 – 04/29/2024.
Key Settlement Benefits
- Cash Payment: Every approved claimant receives an equal portion of the non-reversionary $3,147,390.04 fund after court-approved deductions.
- Security Upgrades: Inova will modify its use of tracking pixels to comply with ECPA and HIPAA guidance.
Important Deadlines
- Claim Filing: April 6 2026
- Exclude Yourself: February 27 2026
- Object to Settlement: February 27 2026
- Final Approval Hearing: April 16 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET
How Much Will I Receive?
The exact amount depends on the number of valid claims. After fees, costs, and service awards are deducted, the remaining money will be split equally among all approved claimants. Payments will be issued by check, Venmo, or PayPal about 28 days after the settlement becomes final.
How to File a Claim
- Visit the official settlement site and complete the short online form, or
- Download, print, and mail the paper form to the Settlement Administrator.
Your Other Options
- Do Nothing: You give up the right to sue but get no payment.
- Exclude Yourself: Keep your right to sue Inova separately but receive no settlement money.
- Object: Stay in the class and tell the Court why you disagree with the settlement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there a Lugo v. Inova Health Care Services settlement?
Plaintiffs allege Inova’s tracking pixels shared patients’ personally identifiable and protected health information with third parties, violating the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. Inova denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and uncertainty.
What information was allegedly disclosed?
Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Protected Health Information (PHI) captured through Facebook, Google, and similar tracking pixels embedded on Inova’s public websites.
When will I get paid?
If the Court approves the settlement on April 16 2026 and no appeals delay the process, payments will be issued roughly 28 days after the “Effective Date.” Checks expire 120 days after issuance.
How do I exclude myself from the Lugo v. Inova settlement?
Send a signed request for exclusion by email or mail postmarked no later than February 27 2026, including your contact information and a clear statement you wish to be excluded.
Where can I read the full notice or settlement agreement?
You can download the detailed court-approved notice below or review all filings through the Clerk’s office.