May 2026 is a critical month for data breach settlement claims. Several high-value settlements — covering millions of Americans whose personal, financial, and medical data was exposed in corporate security failures — have deadlines in the next two to three weeks. If you were notified about any of these breaches, your window to claim compensation is closing fast.
This roundup covers the most significant data breach settlements with May 2026 deadlines, including how much you can claim, what proof is required, and exactly how to file before time runs out.
Why Data Breach Settlements Matter
When companies fail to adequately protect consumer data, class action lawsuits force accountability. In a data breach settlement, affected individuals receive cash payments — often ranging from a few dollars to several thousand — in exchange for releasing their individual claims against the company. The settlements also typically include:
- Requirements for companies to improve cybersecurity practices
- Free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services for affected consumers
- Reimbursement for out-of-pocket losses caused by the breach
- Pro rata cash payments to all verified class members
The catch: you must file a claim before the deadline. Unlike some automatic payouts, most data breach settlements require affected individuals to actively submit a claim form, even if the company already knows you were affected. Here are the most important settlements expiring in May 2026.
1. Patelco Credit Union — $7.25 Million | Deadline: May 12, 2026
One of the most significant financial data breaches of 2024, the Patelco Credit Union settlement is worth up to $5,000 per affected member from a $7.25 million fund. In June 2024, Patelco suffered a ransomware attack that disrupted banking services for weeks and potentially exposed the personal and financial data of hundreds of thousands of members across Northern California.
Who qualifies: Individuals who received a notification letter from Patelco Credit Union about the June 2024 data breach.
What you can claim:
- Up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses caused by the breach
- A base cash payment even without documented losses, paid pro rata from the remaining fund
- Free credit monitoring services
Proof required: Documentation of out-of-pocket expenses if claiming the higher tier. No proof required for the base cash payment.
If you received a notification letter from Patelco and have not yet filed, act immediately — this deadline is today, May 12, 2026. Visit the Patelco settlement details page for the claim portal link.
2. Eye Physicians of Central Florida — Up to $7,500 | Deadline: May 15, 2026
Medical data breaches carry a particularly high risk of long-term harm because health information cannot be changed like a credit card number. The Eye Physicians of Central Florida data breach settlement offers up to $7,500 per affected patient — the highest individual payout in this month's roundup.
The breach, which occurred in November 2023, affected patients and potentially exposed names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, insurance information, and detailed medical records.
Who qualifies: Individuals who received a notification letter from Eye Physicians of Central Florida about the November 2023 data breach.
What you can claim:
- Up to $7,500 for documented out-of-pocket losses directly related to the breach
- A base cash payment without documentation
- Free credit monitoring and identity protection services
Medical identity theft is one of the most complex and costly forms of identity fraud to resolve. If your medical records were exposed and you have experienced incorrect medical bills, fraudulent insurance claims, or difficulty getting care — document those issues carefully when filing your claim. The $7,500 cap is achievable with thorough documentation of time and costs spent on breach remediation.
3. Mizuno USA — Up to $5,475 | Deadline: May 15, 2026
Sports equipment giant Mizuno USA suffered a data breach in 2024 that exposed customer personal information — names, addresses, and financial data from individuals who purchased Mizuno products. The Mizuno USA data breach settlement offers one of the highest per-person recovery amounts in this month's roundup: up to $5,475 for documented losses.
Who qualifies: Anyone who received a notification letter from Mizuno USA Inc. about the 2024 data breach.
What you can claim:
- Up to $5,475 for documented out-of-pocket losses
- A flat cash payment for ordinary losses without documentation
- Free credit monitoring services
Deadline: May 15, 2026 — three days from today. If you received a Mizuno breach notification and have not yet filed, this should be your immediate priority.
4. SouthState Bank — Up to $3,500 | Deadline: May 15, 2026
The SouthState Bank data breach settlement offers a generous per-capita payout: up to $3,500 for documented losses, plus free credit monitoring, from a $1.5 million settlement fund. SouthState Bank, a regional bank primarily operating in the Southeast, suffered a breach that exposed customer financial and personal information.
Who qualifies: Individuals who received a notification letter about the SouthState Bank data breach.
What you can claim:
- Up to $3,500 for documented out-of-pocket losses
- A base cash payment for ordinary losses without receipts
- Free credit monitoring and identity theft protection services
Financial institution breaches are particularly high-stakes because exposed data often includes account numbers, routing information, and Social Security numbers — everything a fraudster needs to drain accounts or open new credit lines in your name. Even if you have not experienced fraud yet, credit monitoring is strongly recommended if you were affected by this breach.
5. LexisNexis "Deceased Flag" — $150 to $1,000+ | Deadline: May 15, 2026
This one is unique: the LexisNexis Deceased Report settlement ($13.5 million total fund) is not a data breach in the traditional sense — it is a data accuracy failure. LexisNexis, one of the nation's largest data aggregators, allegedly reported living consumers as deceased on their consumer reports, causing significant harm including:
- Denied credit applications and loan approvals
- Frozen bank accounts and financial accounts
- Rejected insurance applications
- Difficulty accessing government benefits and Social Security
- Damage to credit scores and financial reputation
Who qualifies: Consumers who were incorrectly flagged as deceased on a LexisNexis report and experienced financial harm as a result.
What you can claim:
- A minimum of $150 guaranteed for verified class members
- Up to $1,000 or more for documented financial harm caused by the incorrect deceased designation
If you have been denied credit, had accounts frozen, or faced other financial barriers and could not figure out why — pull your LexisNexis consumer report (free annually via optoutprescreen.com or directly from LexisNexis) and look for any deceased flag in your history.
6. Norton Healthcare — Up to $2,585 | Deadline: May 18, 2026
The Norton Healthcare data breach settlement covers individuals whose personal information was exposed in a May 2023 cyberattack on one of Kentucky's largest healthcare systems. Norton Healthcare serves over 100 clinics and hospitals in the Louisville metropolitan area, and the breach potentially exposed sensitive health and financial data of current and former patients and employees.
Who qualifies: Anyone who received a written notice from Norton Healthcare regarding the May 2023 data breach.
What you can claim:
- Up to $2,585 for documented out-of-pocket losses including fraud remediation, credit monitoring, identity restoration services, and lost time spent addressing breach-related issues
- A minimum of $5 as a base cash payment without documentation
- Free three-year credit monitoring and identity theft protection
Three years of free credit monitoring is a meaningful benefit — commercial identity protection services typically cost $15 to $30 per month. Even if your documented cash losses are minimal, the monitoring package alone is worth $540 to $1,080 over the coverage period.
7. Apex Global Solutions — Up to $3,500 | Deadline: May 13, 2026
The Apex Global Solutions data breach settlement covers individuals whose personal information was compromised in a June 2024 breach of this business services company. With a deadline of May 13, 2026, class members have only two days after today to file their claims.
Who qualifies: Anyone who received a notification about the Apex Global Solutions June 2024 data breach.
What you can claim: Up to $3,500 for documented losses, plus free credit monitoring services.
How to Maximize Your Data Breach Settlement Claims
Filing data breach claims effectively requires a bit of strategy. Here is what SettlementRadar recommends:
Document Everything — Even Time Spent
The difference between a $5 base payment and a $2,000-plus documented-loss payment is paperwork. Keep records of:
- Time spent freezing credit, monitoring accounts, or dealing with fraudulent charges — valued at your hourly wage or a reasonable rate
- Fees paid for credit monitoring or identity protection services after the breach
- Out-of-pocket costs to resolve fraudulent accounts or restore your identity
- Any professional fees (attorney, accountant, credit repair service) related to breach remediation
- Postage or other costs of mailing correspondence related to the breach
Always Claim the Free Credit Monitoring
Every settlement on this list offers free credit monitoring and identity theft protection. These services typically cost $15 to $30 per month commercially. Even if your documented losses are minimal, the monitoring component can easily be worth $200 to $400 per year in services you would otherwise pay for — or need to pay for after a breach.
You Can File Multiple Settlements Simultaneously
You can file in multiple data breach settlements at the same time. If you have received breach notification letters in the past two to three years from different companies, you may be eligible for several of the settlements listed here. SettlementRadar Pro tracks all active settlements and sends deadline reminders so you never miss a filing window.
The Bigger Picture: Why Breach Settlements Keep Growing
The sheer volume of data breach settlements active in May 2026 — spanning financial institutions, healthcare providers, sports brands, business services firms, and credit bureaus — reflects a persistent reality: corporate data security investments consistently lag behind the sophistication and frequency of cyberattacks.
The numbers are stark. According to industry data, the United States saw record levels of reported data breaches in 2024 and 2025, with healthcare and financial services being the hardest-hit sectors. The average per-record cost of a data breach has risen steadily, making consumer notification and settlement obligations increasingly expensive for affected companies.
Class action litigation is currently one of the most effective mechanisms for holding companies accountable when they fail to protect consumer data. Regulatory penalties from the FTC and state attorneys general are also increasing, but class action settlements provide the most direct path to individual compensation.
Filing your settlement claims is not just about recovering money. It is about holding companies financially accountable in the clearest terms available. A settlement that hits the balance sheet creates real incentive to invest in security before the next breach, not after.
Complete May 2026 Data Breach Settlement Deadline Summary
| Settlement | Max Claim | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Patelco Credit Union | $5,000 | May 12 — TODAY |
| Apex Global Solutions | $3,500 | May 13 — Tomorrow |
| STS Aviation Group | $4,000 | May 14, 2026 |
| Eye Physicians of Central Florida | $7,500 | May 15, 2026 |
| Mizuno USA | $5,475 | May 15, 2026 |
| SouthState Bank | $3,500 | May 15, 2026 |
| LexisNexis Deceased Report | $1,000+ | May 15, 2026 |
| Norton Healthcare | $2,585 | May 18, 2026 |
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