Henry Schein, Inc., a major American distributor of health care products and services, has agreed to a $2.9 million settlement following a class action lawsuit concerning a data breach that compromised the personal information of nearly 166,432 individuals. The breach, which took place in September 2023, leaked sensitive details including names, addresses, social security numbers, medical history, and financial information to potential hackers. The class action lawsuit, known as Lucisbel Cruz-Bermudez and Helmut Becker v. Henry Schein, Inc, was filed to seek compensation for affected individuals. This case is significant as it highlights the ongoing issue of data breaches in the health care industry, where the consequences of leaked information can be far-reaching and damaging for the individuals involved. Individuals eligible for a payout from the settlement are those whose information was compromised and who do not opt out of the class action settlement. Affected individuals can receive up to $4,000 for out-of-pocket losses resulting from the breach, such as costs related to identity theft or credit freezing. Claims require supporting documentation and must be submitted by January 14, 2025. This case underscores the critical importance of robust data security measures within the health care sector, and could potentially spur similar lawsuits in cases of data breach.