$40M Cencora & Lash Group Data Breach Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Image Credit: Unsplash | Published: September 21, 2025
Claim Form Deadline: January 19, 2026
Payout: Varies
Proof required: Only for documented losses
What is the $40M Cencora & Lash Group Data Breach Class Action Settlement About?
You may be part of a $40,000,000 class action settlement reached with Cencora, Inc. and The Lash Group, LLC over a data breach incident originally disclosed on February 27, 2024, which involved unauthorized access to Cencora's systems and potential exposure of Personal Information. The settlement provides monetary relief and enhanced security measures to those that qualify.How Many People Were Affected by the Cencora & Lash Group Data Breach?
On or about February 27, 2024, Cencora disclosed that its information systems were improperly accessed by unknown parties. The breach potentially compromised personal information, including names, addresses, Social Security Numbers, health and insurance information, financial data, and other sensitive details.As of reports seen by state Attorneys General and other data breach notices, at least 1.43 million individuals in the United States have been notified that their data was compromised.
Who is Cencora and The Lash Group?
Cencora, Inc. (formerly known as AmerisourceBergen) is a healthcare company, and The Lash Group, LLC is one of its affiliates. They provide services related to healthcare logistics, patient support, and pharmaceutical distribution.What is the Total Settlement Amount?
The settlement creates a $40,000,000 Settlement Fund to pay valid claims, notice and administration, taxes if any, court-approved attorneys' fees and costs, and service awards. Cencora's security enhancements are separate from the fund.How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You are included if you reside in the United States or its territories and your Personal Information was involved in the Incident, and you either received mailed or substitute Incident Notice or were on Inquiry Notice based on events from September 1, 2023 through August 5, 2025 suggesting potential harm tied to the Incident.How Much Can I Get Paid?
Qualifying class action members can choose from these options:• Documented Loss Payment: Up to $5,000 per person for out-of-pocket losses related to the Incident with Reasonable Documentation. The total for this category is capped at $5,000,000. If total approved claims exceed the cap, payments are prorated.
• Cash Fund Payment: A cash payment with no documentation, funded from the remainder after documented losses, fees, costs, taxes, service awards, and administration. Amount depends on participation. California claimants receive twice the amount of non-California claimants for Cash Fund Payments.
How Do I File a Claim?
Submit online via the official site or mail a completed claim form by the deadline. If you file for Documented Loss and your claim is incomplete after an opportunity to cure, it will be treated as a Cash Fund Payment claim if you are a Class Member.What is the Claim Form Deadline?
January 19, 2026 (online submission or postmarked by mail).What are the Important Dates?
• Deadline to Exclude Yourself: December 18, 2025
• Deadline to Object: December 18, 2025
• Final Approval Hearing: February 5, 2026
• Claim Form Deadline: January 19, 2026
When is the Payment Expected?
Payments are made after final approval and the resolution of any appeals. No exact date is provided.Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
No documentation is required for the Cash Fund Payment. Yes for Documented Loss Payment: You may be asked to provide receipts, statements, invoices, screenshots, or similar proof. You will be asked to provide a Class Member ID, which you can request if you did not receive yet.Can I File a Claim Without a Notice ID or Proof?
Yes. You can file a claim without a Notice ID by providing your personal information on the claim form so the administrator can verify eligibility. You can also file without proof if you are requesting a Cash Fund Payment. However, if you are requesting a Documented Loss Payment, you must provide reasonable documentation. If no documentation is provided, your claim will be treated as a Cash Fund Payment.What if I Do Not Have a Class Member ID?
You can still file a claim if you do not have a Class Member ID. You can request it directly from the Settlement Administrator through the official settlement website claim form option under the "If you are unable to locate your Class Member ID, please click here to request from the Settlement Administrator" section of the claim form page.How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:Official Notice
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Sources
• Official Settlement Website• Iowa Attorney General Security Breach Notification
• FiercePharma Coverage of State AG Breach Notices
• HIPAA Journal Report on Cencora Data Breach
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please note that your claim form will be rejected if you submit a settlement claim with any fraudulent information. By providing this information and your sworn statement of its veracity, you agree to do so under the penalty of perjury. If you are not sure whether you qualify, visit the class action administrator's website. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer advocacy and class action news site, and is not a class action administrator or a law firm.
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| Settlement Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement |
|---|---|
| Total Settlement Amount | $40,000,000 |
| Claim Deadline | January 19, 2026 |
| Exclude/Object By | December 18, 2025 |
| Final Approval Hearing | February 5, 2026 (10:30 a.m. ET) |
| Benefits | Up to $5,000 documented losses (cap $5M); Cash Fund Payment (no docs); CA Cash Fund double |
| Settlement Website | File a Claim |