Smith, et al. v. The Hospital Authority of the City of Bainbridge and Decatur County d/b/a Memorial Hospital and Manor
If you received a data-breach notice from Memorial Hospital & Manor (MHM) about the November 2024 cyberattack, you could get free medical-data monitoring and up to $5,000 cash. Submit a claim online or by mail no later than .
Who Is Eligible?
All living U.S. residents who were notified by Memorial Hospital & Manor that their private information was compromised in the November 2024 data incident are included—unless they:
- Are the presiding judge (or the judge’s family or staff);
- Are MHM officers or directors;
- Are government entities; or
- Timely opt out of the settlement.
What Happened?
Hackers launched a targeted cyberattack on MHM’s systems in November 2024. Files containing names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers and protected health information were accessed. While MHM denies wrongdoing, it agreed to settle the litigation to avoid further expense and uncertainty.
Available Benefits
1. One-Year CyEx Medical Shield Pro
- $1 million medical identity-theft insurance
- Monitoring for health-insurance ID, MRN, and HSA misuse
- 24/7 fraud-resolution support
2. Cash Options (choose one)
- Option A – Documented Losses: Up to $5,000 reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses (e.g., fraud losses, credit-monitoring fees, ID replacement). Proof required.
- Option B – Lost Time: Up to 4 hours @ $25/hour (max $100) for time spent responding to the breach.
- Option C – Alternate Payment: Flat $40 with no documentation required.
Key Deadlines
- Opt-Out & Objection:
- Claim Filing:
- Final Approval Hearing: (State Court of Decatur County, GA)
How to File a Claim
- Complete the online form at MemorialHospitalDataSettlement.com, or
- Download the paper claim form and mail it—postmarked by January 5, 2026—to:
MHM Data Incident Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799
Need help? Call (833) 417-4951 or email info@MemorialHospitalDataSettlement.com.
Important Documents
View Preliminary Approval Order (PDF) View Settlement Agreement (PDF) Download Claim Form (PDF)FAQ
What is the Smith et al. v. Memorial Hospital & Manor settlement about?
The class action alleges MHM failed to safeguard patient data compromised during the November 2024 cyberattack. The settlement provides monitoring and cash compensation without admitting liability.
Do I have to pay a lawyer to participate?
No. The Court-appointed class counsel will request fees (up to $500,000) to be paid separately by MHM, not from your benefits.
Can I seek more money later if I join?
No. By submitting a claim or doing nothing, you release your individual claims relating to the breach. Opting out preserves your right to sue MHM separately.
How will I receive my payment?
After final approval and any appeals, payments will be issued by check or electronic transfer, depending on your claim-form selection.
Where can I get updates?
Check MemorialHospitalDataSettlement.com for the latest information, or contact the Settlement Administrator.