Americans have final chance to score $5,000 from ‘undisclosed’ data breach settlement – you just need to submit a form

A settlement has been struck in a massive class action lawsuit against Baer’s Furniture Co.

Victims of a major data breach in August 2022 now have the opportunity to seek benefits and compensation. However, the deadline to submit a claim is December 16, so you’ll need to move fast.

A data breach that occurred in August 2022 was the reason for the complaint against Baer’s Furniture Co.

The cyberattack victims can now use the official settlement website to submit claims for credit monitoring and reimbursement.

The Florida home furnishings store is accused of carelessly failing to safeguard the private information of both current and former employees.

According to reports, the data breach revealed the entire names, residences, Social Security numbers, and perhaps medical information of both current and former employees.

According to the lawsuit, it was unknown how long cybercriminals were able to access the firm network before being discovered.

Additionally, it claimed that the 16-location furniture retailer in Florida lacked adequate safeguards against or mitigation of the incident.

ARE YOU ELIGIBLE?

Baer’s Furniture Co. has agreed to pay an undisclosed amount to settle the class action case, even though it hasn’t formally acknowledged any wrongdoing.

A Baer’s Furniture Co. settlement is easy to complete and submit.

Residents of Florida should visit this link to complete the claim form. After that, you’ll input your notice ID number and last name.

For help, get in touch with the settlement administrator if you didn’t receive a notice or lost it.

You must move quickly to prevent missing out on Baer’s Furniture claim forms, which must be filed online or by mail by December 16, 2024.

WHAT CAN YOU CLAIM?

Benefits that claimants can select from include:

• Up to $5,000 for documented, unreimbursed losses related to identity theft or fraud caused by the breach.
• Two years of free credit monitoring services.
• Compensation for lost time (up to $100 per person).
• Alternatively, you can choose a $50 cash payment instead of other benefits.

After August 1, 2022, anyone submitting claims for unreimbursed losses must include supporting documentation of their real costs associated with the breach.

On December 5, a final approval hearing is scheduled.

Eligible claimants will receive compensation and benefits once the court issues final approval and addresses any appeals or objections.

However, you have until December 16, 2024, to mail or submit your claim form online.

Settlements such as these underscore the significance of safeguarding sensitive data in light of the ongoing increase in data breaches.

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