$2.25M Jefferson County Health Center Data Breach Class Action Settlement

The Jefferson County Health Department, a public health facility in Hillsboro, Missouri, entered into a class action settlement after failing to prevent a data breach that occurred between October 31 and November 15, 2022. This breach compromised sensitive patient details, including names, Social Security numbers, financial account information, and medical records.

The allegations center on the facility's inadequate cybersecurity measures, leading to the exposure of protected health information. Plaintiffs argued that they would not have sought medical care from the center had they known their personal data would not be adequately protected.

Under the settlement terms, class members are eligible for either a fixed cash payment of $150 or reimbursement for losses, which can cover up to $300 for items like identity theft, bank fees, and credit repair services, plus up to three hours of lost time at $20 per hour. To participate, class members must submit a valid claim form by the deadline of November 16, 2026.