How Much Can I Get From the Blood Center Settlement?

You can choose one of two cash payment options: Option A provides up to $2,500 for documented losses from identity theft or fraud caused by the data breach. Option B is a flat $20 cash payment with no documentation needed. All class members also get 1 year of free medical data monitoring with $1 million identity theft insurance.

What is the medical data monitoring benefit?

All class members can enroll in 1 year of CyEx Medical Shield Pro, which includes monitoring for healthcare insurance ID exposure, Medical Record Number exposure, unauthorized Health Savings Account spending, and access to fraud resolution agents. The service comes with $1 million of medical identity theft insurance.

What is the New York Blood Center?

New York Blood Center, Inc. (NYBC) is one of the largest independent blood collection and distribution organizations in the United States. Memorial Blood Centers is a related entity. Together they serve hospitals and patients across multiple states. The January 2025 cyberattack targeted their computer systems.

Can I opt out of the Blood Center settlement?

The opt-out deadline was January 12, 2026. If you did not opt out by that date, you are part of the settlement class. Opting out means you would receive no settlement benefits but could pursue your own lawsuit.

How much are the attorneys' fees?

Class Counsel requested up to one-third of the $500,000 settlement fund (up to $166,666.66) plus up to $2,000 for litigation costs. The three class representatives each requested $2,500 service awards. All fees come out of the settlement fund.

Who donated blood at New York Blood Center or Memorial Blood Centers?

If you donated blood, platelets, or plasma at New York Blood Center or Memorial Blood Centers, or if you were otherwise in their records (such as through employment or volunteer work), your information may have been exposed. Check whether you received a data breach notification letter to confirm your eligibility.

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Q: What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The total settlement fund is $500,000. After court-approved attorneys' fees, costs, service awards, and administration expenses are deducted, the remaining money will be used to pay class member claims.

Q: How Do I Qualify For the Blood Center Settlement?

You qualify if you are a U.S. resident who was sent notice that your private information was compromised in the January 2025 data incident experienced by New York Blood Center, Inc. or Memorial Blood Centers.

Q: What is the Claim Form Deadline?

The deadline to submit a claim is February 11, 2026. Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 PM Central Time. Mailed claims must be postmarked by February 11, 2026.

Q: How Do I File a Claim?

The fastest way to file is online at www.BloodCentersSettlement.com. You can also download and mail a paper claim form to: Blood Centers Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958.

Q: What information was exposed in the Blood Center data breach?

The January 2025 cyberattack potentially exposed names, dates of birth, gender, Social Security numbers, blood type, certain blood test results, financial information for direct deposit, and other sensitive personal information.

Q: Is proof required to file a claim?

No proof is required for the $20 alternate cash payment (Option B). For documented losses up to $2,500 (Option A), you must provide proof such as receipts showing expenses related to the data breach. Self-created notes alone are not sufficient for Option A claims.

Q: When is the class action settlement payment date?

The final approval hearing was scheduled for February 10, 2026. Settlement payments will be distributed after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. The exact payment date depends on whether appeals are filed.

Q: What are the Important Dates?

Key dates include: opt-out deadline January 12, 2026; objection deadline January 12, 2026; final approval hearing February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM Central Time; and claim deadline February 11, 2026.

By Steve Levine

New York Blood Center Data Breach Settlement

Published: February 11, 2026

Settlement Amount:

$500,000

Claim Deadline:

February 11, 2026

Proof required:

No for $20 cash payment — Yes for documented losses up to $2,500

You may be part of a $500,000 class action settlement reached with New York Blood Center, Inc. and Memorial Blood Centers over a January 2025 cyberattack that exposed donors' and other individuals' private information — including Social Security numbers, blood types, blood test results, and financial data.

If you received notice that your information was compromised, you could be eligible for a $20 cash payment with no proof needed, or up to $2,500 for documented losses from identity theft or fraud. All class members can also enroll in 1 year of free medical data monitoring with $1 million in identity theft insurance.

The Blood Centers deny wrongdoing, but agreed to the settlement to avoid the costs and risks of continued litigation.

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What is This Lawsuit About?

In January 2025, New York Blood Center and Memorial Blood Centers experienced a targeted cyberattack on their computer systems. Hackers accessed files containing sensitive personal information belonging to blood donors and other individuals in the organizations' records.

The data potentially exposed includes:

• Full names
• Dates of birth
• Gender
• Social Security numbers
• Blood type
• Certain blood test results
• Financial information (for direct deposit)
• Other sensitive personal information

The lawsuit, Dean, et al. v. New York Blood Center, Inc., et al., was filed in Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota. The plaintiffs allege that the Blood Centers failed to adequately protect private information from the cyberattack. The Court has not decided who is right — both sides agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainties of trial.

What is the Total Settlement Amount?

The total settlement fund is $500,000. After court-approved attorneys' fees (up to $166,666.66), litigation costs (up to $2,000), service awards for the three named plaintiffs ($2,500 each), and administration expenses, the remaining money goes to class member claims.

If there is not enough money to pay all claims in full, payments will be reduced pro rata. If fewer people claim than expected, payments may be increased pro rata.

How Do I Qualify For a Payout?

You may qualify if you are a U.S. resident who was sent notice that your private information was compromised in the January 2025 data incident at New York Blood Center or Memorial Blood Centers.

The simplest way to check: if you received a data breach notification letter from the Blood Centers, you are likely a class member.

You can confirm your eligibility at www.BloodCentersSettlement.com or by calling (833) 417-4928 (toll-free, 24/7).

How Much Can I Get Paid?

You can choose one of two cash payment options, plus all class members get free medical data monitoring:

Option A: Documented Losses (up to $2,500)
If you lost money because of identity theft or fraud related to the data breach, you can claim reimbursement for up to $2,500. You must show that the loss was likely caused by the breach and that you attempted to prevent or recover the loss. Losses must have occurred between January 26, 2025 and February 11, 2026. You'll need to provide documentation like receipts — self-created notes alone are not enough.

Option B: Alternate Cash Payment ($20 — no proof needed)
Don't have documentation? You can claim a flat $20 cash payment with no receipts or proof of losses required. This amount may increase or decrease depending on how many people file claims.

Free Medical Data Monitoring (all class members)
Regardless of which cash option you choose, all class members can enroll in 1 year of CyEx Medical Shield Pro at no cost. This comprehensive service includes:

• $1 million in medical identity theft insurance
• Monitoring for healthcare insurance ID exposure
• Monitoring for Medical Record Number (MRN) exposure
• Monitoring for unauthorized Health Savings Account (HSA) spending
• Access to a fraud resolution agent if suspicious activity is detected

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How Do I File a Claim?

The fastest way to file is online. You can also download a paper claim form from the website and mail it in.

What is the Claim Form Deadline?

The deadline to submit a claim is February 11, 2026. Online claims must be submitted by 11:59 PM Central Time. Mailed claims must be postmarked by February 11, 2026.

What Are the Important Dates?

• Opt-Out Deadline: January 12, 2026 (passed)
• Objection Deadline: January 12, 2026 (passed)
• Final Approval Hearing: February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM CT (Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota)
• Claim Form Deadline: February 11, 2026 by 11:59 PM CT

When is the class action settlement payment date?

A specific payment date is not listed in the notice.

In general, settlement payments will be distributed after:

• The Court grants final approval (hearing scheduled for February 10, 2026),
• Any appeals are resolved, and
• Claims are reviewed and processed by the Settlement Administrator.

This process may take several months. If appeals are filed, payments could be delayed further.

Is Proof Required to File a Claim?

For the $20 alternate cash payment (Option B): No. No documentation is needed. You simply submit the claim form and confirm your eligibility.

For documented losses up to $2,500 (Option A): Yes. You must provide proof such as receipts, bank statements, or invoices showing expenses related to the data breach. Self-created notes or explanations can support your claim but are not sufficient on their own. You cannot claim reimbursement for expenses already covered by a third party.

What Information Was Exposed in the Data Breach?

The January 2025 cyberattack on the Blood Centers' computer systems potentially exposed highly sensitive personal information:

• Full names
• Dates of birth
• Gender
• Social Security numbers (SSN)
• Blood type
• Certain blood test results
• Financial information for direct deposit
• Other sensitive personal information

This type of data — especially Social Security numbers combined with medical information — is particularly valuable to identity thieves and can be used for medical identity fraud, where criminals use your information to obtain healthcare services, prescription drugs, or file false insurance claims in your name.

What is Medical Identity Theft?

Medical identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information to obtain medical care, prescription drugs, or file false insurance claims. It is especially dangerous because:

• False medical records can be created in your name with someone else's blood type, allergies, or conditions — which could be life-threatening if you receive emergency care based on incorrect records
• Your health insurance can be billed for services you never received, potentially affecting your coverage limits and future insurability
• It's harder to detect than financial identity theft because most people don't regularly monitor their medical records the way they check bank statements

This is why the settlement includes medical data monitoring through CyEx Medical Shield Pro — specifically designed to catch medical identity fraud.

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What Are My Options?

• Submit a Claim: The only way to receive a cash payment. Choose Option A (documented losses up to $2,500) or Option B ($20 cash, no proof). Deadline: February 11, 2026.
• Enroll in Medical Data Monitoring: Free for all class members. Includes 1 year of CyEx Medical Shield Pro with $1M identity theft insurance.
• Do Nothing: You will not receive any cash payment and will give up your right to sue the Blood Centers over the data breach. You may still be able to enroll in the monitoring services.

The opt-out and objection deadlines have already passed (January 12, 2026).

Submit a Claim: BloodCentersSettlement.com

The case is Dean, et al. v. New York Blood Center, Inc., et al., Case No. 62-CV-25-5975, in Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota.

Official Settlement Notice

Sources

• Official Settlement Website: BloodCentersSettlement.com
• Dean, et al. v. New York Blood Center, Inc., et al., Case No. 62-CV-25-5975 (Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota)
• Settlement Administrator: P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 — (833) 417-4928
• Class Counsel: Shamis & Gentile, P.A.; Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman, PLLC; Strauss Borrelli PLLC

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Please submit only truthful and accurate claims. Submitting false information can result in denial of benefits and potential penalties. If you are unsure whether you qualify, review the official notice or contact the Settlement Administrator. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer news site and is not the settlement administrator or a law firm.

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Class Action Summary
Status	Proposed Settlement — Final Approval Hearing Completed
Claim Form Deadline	February 11, 2026 by 11:59 PM CT
Settlement Amount	$500,000
Category	Data Breach / Healthcare / Privacy
Estimated Payout	$20 cash (no proof needed) or up to $2,500 for documented losses; plus 1 year free CyEx Medical Shield Pro with $1M identity theft insurance
Case Number	62-CV-25-5975
Case Title	Dean, et al. v. New York Blood Center, Inc., et al.
Court	Ramsey County District Court, Minnesota
Final Approval Hearing	February 10, 2026 at 9:00 AM CT
Exclusion (Opt Out) Deadline	January 12, 2026 (passed)
Objection Deadline	January 12, 2026 (passed)
Defendants	New York Blood Center, Inc. and Memorial Blood Centers
Settlement Administrator	P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958
Claim Website	Blood Centers Settlement