Labcorp Data Breach Settlement: $2.3 Million Secured for Affected Consumers

• •Labcorp's data breach affected over 27.5 million individuals, exposing sensitive personal information.
• •A multistate coalition secured a $2.3 million settlement to improve Labcorp's data security practices.
• •A related class-action lawsuit resulted in a $35 million settlement for affected consumers.

In 2019, a data breach at American Medical Collection Agency (AMCA), a vendor for Labcorp, exposed the personal information of over 27.5 million individuals, including 10.2 million Labcorp patients. The breach involved sensitive data such as Social Security numbers and medical records. Following a multistate investigation, a coalition of 44 attorneys general, led by New York AG Letitia James, secured a $2.3 million settlement from Labcorp to enhance data security practices. Labcorp is required to implement comprehensive changes to its vendor management and data security protocols. Additionally, a related class-action lawsuit has resulted in a $35 million settlement for affected consumers. The breach highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in healthcare data management and the importance of robust vendor oversight.