Pearson, et al. v. Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin

If you received a notice of the January 24 2024 Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin (GHCSCW) data incident—or your personal or health information may have been exposed—you could claim a cash payment or a code for free Medical Data Monitoring. Submit your claim online or by mail no later than January 20, 2026.

Quick Settlement Overview

• Who’s included? All U.S. residents notified that their data was involved in the January 2024 GHCSCW network breach.
• Benefits offered: Cash payment or Medical Data Monitoring services (claimant’s choice).
• Claim deadline: January 20, 2026
• Opt-out / Objection deadline: January 5, 2026
• Final approval hearing: February 4, 2026 (9:00 a.m. CT, Dane County Circuit Court, WI)

What Is This Case About?

Plaintiffs allege GHCSCW failed to safeguard sensitive personal and private health information, leading to unauthorized access during the January 24 2024 cyber-attack. The lawsuit claims negligence, negligence per se, breach of fiduciary duty, breach of implied contract and unjust enrichment. GHCSCW denies all allegations but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.

Settlement Benefits

Eligible class members may choose one of the following:

• Cash Payment – amount to be determined after claims are reviewed and court fees are deducted, or
• Medical Data Monitoring – a multi-year service that tracks misuse of medical information and alerts you to potential fraud.

Submitting a claim is the only way to receive either benefit.

Important Deadlines

• January 5 2026 – Last day to opt-out or object.
• January 20 2026 – Postmark or upload your Claim Form.
• February 4 2026 – Final approval hearing (check settlement site for any schedule changes).

How to File a Claim

1. Download and review the official claim form.
2. Complete all sections and sign.
3. Submit online, or mail to:
   GHCSCW Data Incident Settlement
   c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
   P.O. Box 5324, New York, NY 10150-5324

Download Claim Form (PDF)

Your Other Legal Rights

• Do nothing: You’ll give up the right to sue but receive no settlement benefits.
• Opt-out: Exclude yourself by January 5 2026 to keep the right to pursue separate claims.
• Object: Tell the Court why you oppose the settlement while remaining in the class.
• Attend the hearing: You or your lawyer may request to speak at the February 4 2026 hearing.

Key Court Documents

For full details, read the official filings below:

• Settlement Agreement (PDF)
• Preliminary Approval Order (PDF)
• Long-Form Notice (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is included in the Pearson, et al. v. GHCSCW settlement?

Anyone in the United States whose personal or health information was potentially compromised in the January 24 2024 GHCSCW data incident, as evidenced by a mailed or emailed notice, is part of the Settlement Class.

What can I receive from the settlement?

Class members may elect a cash payment or a code for Medical Data Monitoring services at no cost.

How do I claim my benefit?

File a claim online or mail a completed Claim Form by January 20 2026. Late claims will be rejected.

When will payments be issued?

No payments will be made until the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. This can take several months after the February 4 2026 hearing.

Can I sue GHCSCW separately?

Yes. You must exclude yourself (opt-out) by January 5 2026 to keep the right to file your own lawsuit.

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This article is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Always review the official court documents and consult your own attorney regarding your rights.