$6.4M AMCA Data Breach Settlement

Individuals who received a breach notification from Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Sonic Healthcare, Austin Pathology Associates, or Aurora Diagnostics regarding the AMCA data breach are eligible.

Documentation of unreimbursed costs or expenses such as receipts, billing statements, or invoices is required for out-of-pocket loss claims; no proof is needed for the alternative $50 cash payment.

About This Settlement

In 2019, American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA), a third-party debt collector serving various healthcare providers, reported that hackers had accessed its systems and stolen sensitive patient information. A class action lawsuit alleged that Sonic Healthcare, Aurora Diagnostics, Clinical Pathology Laboratories, and Austin Pathology Associates failed to take reasonable measures to protect patient data, leaving affected individuals at risk of fraud and identity theft. Without admitting any wrongdoing, the defendants agreed to a $6,438,578.20 settlement to resolve these alleged claims.

Who Qualifies

• You received a written notice from Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Sonic Healthcare, Austin Pathology Associates, or Aurora Diagnostics informing you that your personal information was involved in the AMCA data breach
• Your information was allegedly accessed during the 2019 AMCA data breach
• No specific geographic restriction has been identified — [Contact settlement administrator for clarification]
• No purchase or proof of service is required beyond the notice you received; however, class members seeking reimbursement for out-of-pocket losses must provide supporting documentation such as receipts, billing statements, or invoices

What You May Receive

Eligible class members may receive one of the following benefits:

• Up to $5,000 in reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses related to the data breach, which may include unreimbursed expenses, professional service costs, miscellaneous expenses, credit monitoring costs, and up to 10 hours of lost time valued at an estimated $25 per hour — documentation is required
• An estimated $50 alternative cash payment for class members who did not experience documented out-of-pocket losses
• Two years of free medical and healthcare information monitoring through CyEx Medical Shield Pro, available to all class members

Actual payment amounts may vary depending on the number of valid claims submitted. This is for informational purposes only and does not guarantee any specific payout.

How to File a Claim

1. Visit the official settlement website at AMCADataBreachSettlement.com to access claim forms and review the full terms of the settlement.
2. Complete the claim form accurately, providing your personal information as requested, including details that confirm you received a data breach notice from one of the covered healthcare providers.
3. Gather and attach required documentation if you are seeking reimbursement for out-of-pocket losses — this may include receipts, billing statements, invoices, or other records supporting your claimed expenses.
4. Submit your completed claim form by the deadline of January 4, 2027. Late submissions may not be accepted. If you wish to exclude yourself from or object to the settlement, note that the exclusion and objection deadline is December 3, 2026.

Case Details

Settlement: American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA) Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Claim Deadline: January 4, 2027
Settlement Website: AMCADataBreachSettlement.com