Alabama Ophthalmology - Data Breach
If you got a notice from Alabama Ophthalmology Associates after their January 2025 cyberattack, you're covered and need to file a claim by July 6, 2026 to receive any benefits. If you do nothing, you won't get a payment or monitoring benefits — and you'll still be bound by the settlement.
Individuals whose private information (such as Social Security numbers, health insurance information, and treatment information) may have been accessed in a cyberattack on Alabama Ophthalmology Associates' computer systems in January 2025 and who received notice from Alabama Ophthalmology. Claim deadline: July 6, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 16, 2026.
Open to residents of: Alabama
📄 Proof requirement not specified here — check the official site for what documentation, if any, a claim needs.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if your personal information — such as Social Security numbers, health insurance details, or treatment records — was potentially exposed in the January 2025 cyberattack on Alabama Ophthalmology Associates' systems, and you received a notice letter from them.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Individuals whose private information (such as Social Security numbers, health insurance information, and treatment information) may have been accessed in a cyberattack on Alabama Ophthalmology Associates' computer systems in January 2025 and who received notice from Alabama Ophthalmology.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
What you'll need to file
From our inspection of the official claim form:
- Filing method Online or mail-in
- Notice ID Optional — there is a no-notice path
- Documentation Out-of-Pocket Expense Claims require proof of actual losses (e.g., bank statements or receipts). Self-created notes can supplement but not suffice alone; documentation must show the expenses were due to the Data Inciden…
How hard is this claim to file?
Watch out for
- July 6, 2026 is the claim deadline. Miss it and you get nothing.
- If you wanted to opt out and keep your right to sue Alabama Ophthalmology separately, that window closed June 5, 2026.
- Eligibility is based on Alabama Ophthalmology's own records. If you're not in their system, you won't qualify.
- The documents don't spell out a specific cash amount or monitoring benefit. What you receive isn't disclosed in what's publicly available yet.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Check that you received a notice from Alabama Ophthalmology. The settlement covers people in their records, and the notice confirms you're included.
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2File online at https://aoasettlement.com/form/claim/ or download the paper form and mail it to the Settlement Administrator.
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3Submit before July 6, 2026. That's the hard cutoff.
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- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
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Claim deadline
July 6, 2026
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Eligibility summary
Individuals whose private information (such as Social Security numbers, health insurance information, and treatment information) may have been accessed in a cyberattack on Alabama Ophthalmology Associates' computer systems in January 2025 and who received notice from Alabama Ophthalmology.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
If you received notice, Alabama Ophthalmology's records indicate that you are a Settlement Class Member, and entitled to benefits under the Settlement.
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Official claim URL
aoasettlement.com
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Alabama Ophthalmology - Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Alabama Ophthalmology - Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (aoasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 16, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Individuals whose private information (such as Social Security numbers, health insurance information, and treatment information) may have been accessed in a cyberattack on Alabama Ophthalmology Associates' computer systems in January 2025 and who received notice from Alabama Ophthalmology.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is July 6, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Where is the official Alabama Ophthalmology - Data Breach claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
How do I know if I'm included?
Alabama Ophthalmology mailed notices to people whose records showed possible exposure. If you got that notice, you're in the settlement class. Not sure? Call the Settlement Administrator at (833) 244-7341.
What's the deadline to file?
July 6, 2026. Miss that date and you won't receive any payment or benefits from this settlement.
What will I actually get?
The settlement includes cash payments and medical data monitoring for people who file valid claims. The exact per-person amount isn't listed on the settlement site — check the official notice or the FAQs at aoasettlement.com for more detail.
Do I have to submit proof?
Proof requirements aren't spelled out on the settlement site right now. Fill out the claim form accurately and follow any instructions the administrator sends you. If you have questions, call (833) 244-7341.
What if I don't want to be part of this settlement?
The opt-out deadline was June 5, 2026, which was the window to keep your right to sue separately. The Final Approval Hearing is June 25, 2026. If you're still in the settlement, filing a claim is your path to any benefits.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
You'll need the Claim ID from your notice
The official claim form asks for the Claim ID (or Notice ID) the settlement mailed or emailed to the people it identified. Didn't get one? Here's how to get it:
- Check your email (including spam) and any mail from around when the settlement was announced — the Claim ID is usually printed right on the notice.
- Still can't find it? Contact the settlement administrator, tell them you believe you're a class member (for example, a customer or patient in the covered period), and ask them to look you up and send your Claim ID.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you 30, 14, 7, and 1 day before Jul 6, 2026, and keep your claim details in one place.
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Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.