Deadline: May 15, 2026
Last updated: March 29, 2026
Eye Physicians of Central Florida Data Breach Settlement 2026 -- File a Claim by May 15
Eye Physicians of Central Florida settled a 2023 data breach lawsuit. If you were notified, you may claim up to $7,500 cash or 2 years of credit monitoring -- deadline May 15, 2026.
Deadline: May 15, 2026
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Applies to
Nationwide
Main deadline
May 15, 2026
Benefit
Up to $7,500 cash for documented losses, plus 2 years of credit monitoring with $1 million in identity theft insurance.
Official site
Nationwide
What happened
Class period: Eligible out-of-pocket losses must have been incurred between November 5, 2023, and May 15, 2026.
- In November 2023, Eye Physicians of Central Florida, P.L.C. -- an ophthalmology practice -- suffered a targeted cyberattack on its computer systems.
- Certain files were accessed that may have contained patients' names, addresses, dates of birth, medical diagnosis and treatment information, health insurance information, and financial information.
- Affected individuals received a notification from Eye Physicians. A class action lawsuit followed, alleging the company failed to adequately protect private data.
- Eye Physicians denies wrongdoing. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainty of trial.
- The case is Connell v. Eye Physicians of Central Florida, P.L.C., Case No. 2023-CA-017660-O, pending in the Circuit Court for Orange County, Florida.
What you can get
Ordinary loss reimbursement
Up to $2,000
Documented out-of-pocket expenses (bank fees, phone charges, postage, gas, credit report fees, etc.) plus up to 3 hours of lost time at $25/hr -- losses must have occurred between November 5, 2023, and May 15, 2026 Extraordinary loss reimbursement
Key dates
| Action | Date | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Claim deadline | May 15, 2026 | Last day to file a claim |
| Opt out | April 29, 2026 | Keep your right to sue separately |
| Object | April 29, 2026 | Tell the court you disagree |
| Final hearing | Date to be confirmed -- check https://eyephysicianscentralflsettlement.com/dates/ for updates. The Court will hold the hearing at least 90 days after the Preliminary Approval Order at the Orange County Courthouse, 425 N Orange Ave, Orlando, FL 32801. | Judge decides whether to approve |
Who may qualify
- You live in the United States Eye Physicians of Central Florida notified you that your private information may have been impacted by the November 2023 Data Breach Incident
How to file
- Go to https://eyephysicianscentralflsettlement.com Click "Submit a Claim" to file online -- fastest option Or download a printable Claim Form from the site and mail it to the Settlement Administrator (must be postmarked by May 15, 2026) You can also call or email the Settlement Administrator to request a paper Claim Form
Proof required
- For ordinary losses: credit card statements, bank statements, invoices, telephone records, or receipts showing expenses tied to the breach -- self-prepared documents alone are not sufficient but may be used to support other documentation For lost time claims: must be combined with a valid ordinary loss claim with third-party documentation; up to 3 hours at $25/hr For extraordinary losses: bank statements, receipts, or similar documentation showing unreimbursed monetary losses from fraud or identity theft linked to the breach
Payment timing
Settlement payments will be distributed after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. Payment method has not been specified -- check the official site for updates.
Important links
Contact
Phone: (888) 511-1472
Email: info@EyePhysiciansCentralFLSettlement.com
Mail: Eye Physicians Data Breach Incident Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 25226 Santa Ana, CA 92799
Extra details
- If you do nothing, you will not receive any benefit AND you give up the right to sue Eye Physicians over issues covered by this Settlement. So "do nothing" is rarely the right answer.
- You can elect both a cash payment and credit monitoring -- they are not mutually exclusive.
- To opt out, mail a signed written request to the Settlement Administrator postmarked by April 29, 2026. Include your full name, address, phone, email, and a statement that you want to exclude yourself.
- Watch for scams: use only the official settlement site and administrator contact information listed here.
- The Settlement Administrator (Simpluris) operates a 24/7 toll-free line: (888) 511-1472.
FAQ
Who qualifies for this settlement?
U.S. residents who received a notification from Eye Physicians of Central Florida stating their private information may have been impacted by the November 2023 data breach.
What can I get from this settlement?
You can claim reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses up to $2,000 (ordinary losses), up to $7,500 for documented fraud or identity theft losses (extraordinary losses), and/or two years of credit monitoring that includes $1 million in identity theft insurance.
Do I need proof to file a claim?
It depends on what you're claiming. For cash reimbursement, yes -- you will need third-party documentation such as bank statements, credit card statements, invoices, or receipts. Handwritten notes alone are not enough, though they can support other submitted documentation. Credit monitoring requires no documentation beyond a valid claim form.
What is the deadline to file?
May 15, 2026 -- online or postmarked by that date if mailing. Don't wait: the form takes only a few minutes online and there is no reason to leave this on the table.
What if I opt out?
Opting out means you get nothing from this settlement, but you keep your right to sue Eye Physicians separately. The opt-out deadline is April 29, 2026. Most people who were not significantly harmed are better off filing a claim.
When will I get paid?
Payments go out after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. The final approval hearing date has not yet been set -- check the official site for updates.
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