$2M Bell Ambulance Data Breach Settlement, Check If You Qualify for a Cash Payment by June 29

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement administrator website at belldataincidentsettlement.com on April 29, 2026. Last Updated: April 29, 2026

The Bell Ambulance data breach settlement is a class action lawsuit where eligible individuals whose personal information was exposed in a February 2025 cyberattack can receive up to $5,000 or an estimated $90 cash payment by filing a claim before June 29, 2026. Bell Ambulance, Inc. agreed to pay $2,000,000 to resolve allegations that it failed to protect sensitive patient and employee data. The case, Whitaker et al. v. Bell Ambulance, Inc., Case No. 2025CV002444, is pending in the Circuit Court for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.

Quick Facts — Bell Ambulance Data Breach Settlement

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$2,000,000
Claim Deadline	June 29, 2026
Who Qualifies	U.S. residents whose private information was accessed in the February 2025 data incident
Payout Per Person	Up to $5,000 (documented losses) or estimated $90 (no proof needed)
Proof Required	Yes for documented losses / No for alternate cash payment
Settlement Status	Preliminarily Approved
Administrator	Simpluris — (844) 804-2567
Official Website	belldataincidentsettlement.com
Last Updated	April 29, 2026

Current Status of the Bell Ambulance Settlement

• The settlement is preliminarily approved and open for claims.
• The opt-out and objection deadline is June 15, 2026.
• The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for July 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time at Milwaukee County Courthouse.
• Payments will go out approximately after final approval and resolution of any appeals — no exact payment date confirmed yet.

What Is the Bell Ambulance Lawsuit About? Whitaker et al. v. Bell Ambulance, Inc., No. 2025CV002444

In February 2025, hackers targeted Bell Ambulance’s computer systems in a cyberattack that accessed files containing sensitive personal information. The exposed data potentially included full names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, financial account details, medical diagnoses, medical record numbers, health insurance information, and full-face photographs.

The plaintiffs allege that Bell Ambulance failed to implement reasonable data security measures to protect this information, leaving thousands of patients and employees exposed to identity theft risk. This type of case falls under state privacy law and common law negligence, and it is one of many data breach class action lawsuits that courts across the U.S. have seen surge in recent years as cyberattacks on healthcare and emergency services companies increase.

Bell Ambulance denies all wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of a full trial. If you received a notice letter from Bell Ambulance, your data was likely among those accessed.

Who Qualifies for the Bell Ambulance Data Breach Settlement?

If you are trying to figure out your class action settlement eligibility, here is exactly how to check. The court defined the class as all living U.S. residents whose private information was accessed in the February 2025 data incident.

• You may qualify if you received a written notice from Bell Ambulance informing you that your personal information may have been exposed in the February 2025 cyberattack.
• You may qualify if your data — including your Social Security number, medical records, or financial information — was stored in Bell Ambulance’s systems at the time of the attack.
• You may qualify if you are a current or former employee of Bell Ambulance whose personnel records were accessed.
• You may qualify if you are a patient or individual who received emergency ambulance services from Bell Ambulance and had records in their system.
• You do NOT qualify if you are a director, officer, or agent of Bell Ambulance (unless you are also a current or former employee whose data was accessed).
• You do NOT qualify if you already opted out of the settlement before the June 15, 2026 deadline.

If you are unsure whether you received a notice or have questions about eligibility, call the Settlement Administrator at (844) 804-2567. People who have dealt with similar situations through other ambulance and healthcare data breach settlement know that acting quickly before the claim deadline matters.

How Much Can You Get from the Bell Ambulance Settlement?

The $2,000,000 settlement fund covers three types of benefits. Every class member can choose one cash option plus enroll in medical monitoring.

Cash Payment A — Documented Losses (up to $5,000) If you suffered real, documented out-of-pocket expenses because of this data breach, you can claim back up to $5,000. Covered losses include identity theft costs, fraud charges, credit report fees, credit monitoring service costs, ID replacement fees, and postage to contact banks or financial institutions by mail. Losses must have occurred between February 13, 2025, and June 29, 2026, and you must provide documentation such as receipts, bank statements, or credit card statements. Personal declarations alone do not qualify as proof.

Cash Payment B — Alternate Cash Payment (estimated $90) If you have no documented losses or prefer not to gather paperwork, you can claim a flat cash payment estimated at $90. The final amount may be higher or lower depending on total claims filed — this is called a pro-rata distribution, meaning the remaining fund gets divided among all approved claims. No proof or explanation required.

Medical Records Monitoring (all class members) All class members can enroll in two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete, which includes $1,000,000 in medical identity theft insurance, monitoring for healthcare insurance ID exposure, Medical Record Number (MRN) exposure, and unauthorized Health Savings Account (HSA) spending. A fraud resolution agent is available if anything suspicious appears.

You cannot claim both Cash Payment A and Cash Payment B — choose one. You can claim whichever cash option you select plus the medical monitoring.

How to File Your Bell Ambulance Settlement Claim

Filing is straightforward and takes roughly 10 minutes online.

1. Go to belldataincidentsettlement.com/form/claim
2. Enter your personal details — name, address, and the unique ID and PIN from your settlement notice letter
3. Select your benefit option: Cash Payment A (documented losses) or Cash Payment B (alternate cash)
4. If claiming documented losses under Payment A, upload your supporting documents — receipts, bank or credit card statements, or invoices
5. Choose your preferred payment method: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or paper check
6. Submit your claim and save your confirmation number

If you prefer to file by mail, download the claim form at the administrator’s website and mail it to: Bell Ambulance Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958.

Estimated time to complete online: approximately 10 minutes.

Bell Ambulance Settlement Deadlines

Milestone	Date
Data Incident	February 2025
Lawsuit Filed	2025
Preliminary Approval	TBD — not published on official settlement site
Claims Period Opens	Open now
Claim Filing Deadline	June 29, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 15, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 15, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	July 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CT
Expected Payment Date	TBD — approximately 75–90 days after final approval, pending any appeals

Frequently Asked Questions — Bell Ambulance Data Breach Settlement

Do I need a lawyer to file a Bell Ambulance settlement claim?

 No. The court appointed Class Counsel — Alex Phillips of Strauss Borrelli PLLC, Ken Grunfeld of Kopelowitz Ostrow Ferguson Weiselberg Gilbert, and Bart D. Cohen of Bailey Glasser LLP — to represent all class members at no charge. You can file directly at belldataincidentsettlement.com without hiring anyone.

Is the Bell Ambulance settlement legitimate?

 Yes. The case, Whitaker et al. v. Bell Ambulance, Inc., Case No. 2025CV002444, is pending in the Circuit Court for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. Simpluris administers the settlement. You can verify all details at the official site or by calling (844) 804-2567.

When will I receive my Bell Ambulance settlement payment? 

Payments go out after the court grants final approval at the July 14, 2026 hearing, and after any appeals are resolved. There is no confirmed payment date yet — plan for several months after the hearing at minimum.

What if I missed the Bell Ambulance claim deadline?

 The claim deadline is June 29, 2026. If you miss it, you will not receive a cash payment or credit monitoring from this settlement. You will also give up your right to sue Bell Ambulance separately over this incident unless you opted out before June 15, 2026.

Will my Bell Ambulance settlement payment affect my taxes?

Settlement payments related to data breaches may be taxable depending on the nature of the payment and your personal tax situation. Consult a tax professional for advice specific to your circumstances — this article does not constitute tax or legal advice.

How much will I get from the Bell Ambulance settlement if I have no proof?

 The alternate cash payment is currently estimated at $90, but the final amount depends on how many class members file claims. If fewer people file, the payment could be higher. If more people file, it may be lower.

Can I claim both the cash payment and medical monitoring? 

Yes. Every class member can enroll in two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete in addition to whichever cash option they select — documented losses up to $5,000 or the estimated $90 alternate payment.

How do I know if my data was part of the Bell Ambulance breach?

 Bell Ambulance mailed notice letters to individuals whose data was potentially accessed. If you received one, your information was likely included. You can also contact the administrator at (844) 804-2567 to confirm your status.

Sources & References

• Official Settlement Website: belldataincidentsettlement.com
• Settlement FAQ: belldataincidentsettlement.com/faq
• Circuit Court for Milwaukee County, Wisconsin — Case No. 2025CV002444

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.