Labcorp Website Tracking Settlement, Check If You Qualify — Howard v. Labcorp, No. 1:23-cv-758

If you’re in California or Pennsylvania and typed a search into Labcorp’s website between May 1, 2021 and April 1, 2026 — yes, you’re likely a class member. But there’s no check coming. Labcorp agreed to stop using certain tracking tools on its site instead of paying class members cash. Here’s what that actually means for you.

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Labcorp Website Tracking Settlement — Key Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$0 to class members — injunctive relief only, no monetary compensation
Claim Deadline	None. No claim form exists because there is no payment to claim
Who Qualifies	California and Pennsylvania residents who ran a search query on labcorp.com from May 1, 2021 to April 1, 2026
Estimated Payout	$0
Proof Required	Not applicable — no claim to file
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved; final approval hearing pending
Court & Case Number	U.S. District Court, Middle District of North Carolina — No. 1:23-cv-758-WO-JEP
Law Alleged	California and Pennsylvania wiretapping statutes
Administrator	Settlement Administrator, PO Box 6659, Portland, OR 97228-6659 — 1-877-378-7520
Official Claim Site	laboratorycorporationwebsitesettlement.com
Last Updated	September 17, 2026

Who Is Labcorp and Why Are They Being Sued for This?

Laboratory Corporation of America runs labcorp.com, where patients search for test information, locate labs, and look up results. The lawsuit says that when users typed search terms into the site’s search bar or picked options from a drop-down menu, third-party tracking technology intercepted those queries and sent them elsewhere — without users knowing it was happening.

What Did Labcorp Do to California and Pennsylvania Users?

The case, Howard v. Laboratory Corp. of America, claims Labcorp violated California and Pennsylvania wiretapping laws by letting third-party tracking tools capture personally identifiable information and search queries entered on its website. Labcorp denies this. It denies all wrongdoing and hasn’t been found liable of anything — but it agreed to the settlement anyway to end the case.

Here’s the part that surprises people: this settlement doesn’t pay anyone. Under the terms, Labcorp will stop using certain tracking technologies — the notice specifically names things like the Meta Pixel and Google Analytics — on labcorp.com for two years. It also has to write a formal tracking-technology policy, run an annual compliance review, and put one senior employee in charge of making sure it sticks. None of that turns into a check for you.

Meanwhile, the lawyers who brought this case are asking the court for up to $4.875 million in fees and expenses, plus $2,500 service awards for each of the three people who represented the class. That’s real money changing hands — just not to the people the class was built to protect.

Are You Part of the Labcorp Website Tracking Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this case includes you.

• California residents who entered a search term into Labcorp’s website search bar between May 1, 2021 and April 1, 2026
• Pennsylvania residents who did the same during that window
• Anyone who made a selection from a drop-down menu on labcorp.com during that period — this counts as a “search query” under the settlement
• You do not need to have created a Labcorp account or received test results to qualify

Who does NOT qualify: residents of any state other than California or Pennsylvania, and anyone who only browsed labcorp.com without ever entering a search term or using a drop-down.

Labcorp Website Users Outside California and Pennsylvania — Are You Still Covered?

No. This settlement class is limited to residents of California and Pennsylvania specifically, tied to those two states’ wiretapping statutes. If you live elsewhere and had a similar experience on Labcorp’s site, this particular settlement doesn’t apply to you, though a separate claim under your own state’s privacy laws could be worth discussing with an attorney.

Not sure if you qualify for the Labcorp website tracking settlement? A free consultation with a data privacy attorney can help you sort that out, and can also explain whether the lack of a cash payout affects any separate rights you may have.

What You Actually Get — And What You’re Giving Up

There’s no payout tier to walk through here, because there isn’t one. What class members get is Labcorp’s agreement to change its practices for two years, backed by an annual compliance report and a named employee responsible for enforcing it. In exchange, class members give up the right to sue Labcorp separately over the same tracking allegations — but only for injunctive relief. Critically, the settlement does not release any claim for money damages, so if you wanted to pursue compensation on your own, this settlement doesn’t take that off the table.

That last point matters more than the fine print makes it sound: whatever happens with the lawyers’ fee request, your own right to sue for damages survives this settlement untouched.

There’s Nothing to File — Here’s What Happens Next

1. Do nothing. You don’t need to submit a form to get the injunctive relief benefit — it applies automatically if the settlement is approved.
2. If you disagree with the settlement or the fee request, you can object in writing.
3. Mail any objection to the Clerk, U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, 324 W. Market Street, Greensboro, NC 27401.
4. Include the case name and number, your contact information, and the specific part of the settlement you’re objecting to.
5. State clearly that you ran a search query on Labcorp’s website during the class period and identify your state of residence at the time.
6. Postmark your objection no later than November 23, 2026.

There is no opt-out available in this settlement. Because Labcorp agreed only to change its practices — not to pay damages — the court treats every class member as automatically bound if it’s approved. You cannot exclude yourself the way you could in a cash settlement.

If you want to weigh in before that happens, talk to a class action lawsuit attorney before November 23, 2026.

Labcorp Website Tracking Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Class Period Begins	May 1, 2021
Class Period Ends	April 1, 2026
Long-Form Notice Issued	September 2, 2026
Attorneys’ Fee Motion Deadline	November 14, 2026
Objection Deadline	November 23, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	December 14, 2026, 10:00 a.m. ET
Expected Payment Date	Not applicable — no monetary relief in this settlement

Labcorp Website Tracking — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 1:23-cv-758

Do I need a lawyer to respond to the Labcorp website tracking settlement?

 No, unless you want to object. There’s no claim form to file, so most class members don’t need to do anything at all.

Is the Labcorp website tracking settlement legitimate? 

Yes. It comes from a real federal case, Howard v. Laboratory Corp. of America, Case No. 1:23-cv-758-WO-JEP, pending in the Middle District of North Carolina, with a court-authorized notice.

When will Labcorp settlement payments be sent? 

Never — this settlement doesn’t provide any cash payment. The only benefit is Labcorp’s agreement to limit certain tracking technologies for two years.

What if I missed a deadline in the Labcorp settlement?

 There’s no claim deadline to miss, since there’s no claim form. The only deadline that matters is the November 23, 2026 objection deadline, and missing it simply means you can’t object or speak at the final hearing.

Can I opt out of the Labcorp website tracking settlement?

 No. Because the settlement provides only injunctive relief and doesn’t release any claim for money damages, the court doesn’t allow class members to opt out.

How much are the attorneys getting paid in this case? 

Class Counsel is asking the court for up to $4.875 million in combined fees and expenses, plus $2,500 service awards for each of the three class representatives. The court can award less than what’s requested.

Does this settlement stop me from suing Labcorp for money later?

 No. The settlement only releases claims for injunctive relief. It does not release any claim you might have for damages or other monetary relief.

Sources Used in This Labcorp Website Tracking Article

• Official Long-Form Notice — Howard v. Laboratory Corp. of America, Case No. 1:23-cv-758-WO-JEP, issued September 2, 2026: https://www.laboratorycorporationwebsitesettlement.com/Content/Documents/2026-09-02%20Howard%20v.%20Labcorp%20-%20Long%20Form%20Notice.pdf
• Official Settlement Website — Home page: https://www.laboratorycorporationwebsitesettlement.com/

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the court-authorized Long-Form Notice for Howard v. Laboratory Corp. of America as of September 17, 2026. Last Updated: September 17, 2026.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.