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Class Action Settlement Against MarinHealth Medical Center

The Clarkson Law Firm and Almeida Law Group have announced a significant development for users of the MarinHealth Medical Center website. A class action settlement has been proposed in response to allegations surrounding the hospital's digital practices. If you accessed the MarinHealth website between August 1, 2019, and May 27, 2025, you may be entitled to compensation due to claims of privacy invasions stemming from the use of Meta Pixel technology.

Background of the Lawsuit

The heart of the lawsuit lies in the alleged unauthorized sharing of personal web usage data by MarinHealth. Plaintiffs contend that their personal information was disclosed to third parties without their consent, violating their right to privacy. While MarinHealth denies any wrongdoing, the proposed settlement aims to address the concerns raised by patients and visitors to the website.

Who is Affected?

Included in the class are all patients of MarinHealth Medical Center, California residents, and any website visitors during the specified period. If you fall under these categories, you are automatically considered a Class Member eligible for benefits from the settlement.

What the Settlement Offers

The proposed settlement establishes a fund totaling $3 million, which will benefit verified Class Members through pro rata cash payments. It also covers administrative costs, service awards for class representatives, and legal fees—capped at $1 million. Notably, MarinHealth has agreed to eliminate Meta Pixel from its websites permanently and will not reinstate it without prior notification and explicit consent from users.

Compensation Details

Affected individuals can expect pro rata cash payments from the settlement fund, depending on the total claims approved, which ensures equitable distribution among Class Members. To benefit from this settlement, individuals must submit a claim form by September 24, 2025. This can be done conveniently online or via mail.

How to File a Claim

Those eligible need to complete and file a Claim Form by the set deadline. Claimants can visit www.MarinHealthSettlement.com to file their claims online or download the form for mailing. It is crucial to provide any necessary documentation to ensure the claim is processed.

Opting Out or Objecting to the Settlement

If individuals do not wish to be legally bound by the settlement, they have until August 25, 2025 to exclude themselves. Failing to do so means they forfeit rights to any claims against MarinHealth relating to this issue. Individuals may also choose to object to the settlement terms; further details for doing so are available on the settlement website.

Upcoming Court Hearing

A significant hearing is scheduled for October 20, 2025, in the Marin County Superior Court to review and approve the settlement, including service awards and attorneys' fees. Class Members or their attorneys can attend this hearing, although attendance is not mandatory.

Questions and Assistance

For individuals with inquiries about the settlement, a settlement administrator can be reached at:

MarinHealth Medical Center Pixel Litigation
c/o MA9 Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 301134
Los Angeles, CA 90030-1134
Email
Toll-free number: 1-833-422-2622

This settlement represents a crucial step in addressing consumer rights and digital privacy in the healthcare sector. By participating, affected users can not only secure a financial remedy but also encourage better data practices moving forward.