Past settlements

Hair Club Security Incident Settlement

A cyberattack on Hair Club for Men's computer systems occurred on or about October 17, 2023, in which a threat actor may have accessed files containing employees' personally identifiable and protected health information, including names, Social Security numbers, driver's license information, direct deposit account information, and medical information. Hair Club denies all claims and wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid litigation costs and risks.

Latch, Inc. Stockholder Settlement

Plaintiffs alleged that defendants engaged in conduct related to the acquisition and merger with Latch, Inc. (formerly TS Innovation Acquisitions, Inc.). The defendants have agreed to settle all claims for $29,750,000 in cash while admitting no wrongdoing.

Paid Individual payout amount depends on the Plan of Allocation based on the number of eligible shares held and the net settlement fund after deductions for administrative costs and attorneys' fees

WellNow Urgent Care Data Security Settlement

On April 25, 2023, the defendants discovered that an unauthorized actor gained access to files containing personal information of approximately 597,000 individuals. The defendants published notice of the data breach in February 2024. The defendants deny any wrongdoing.

Paid Non-SSN members may claim lost-time and documented out-of-pocket expenses. SSN members receive pro rata cash payments from $1,100,000 fund (after deductions for administration and attorneys' fees), plus lost-time and documented out-of-pocket expense claims.

Cornerstone National Insurance Data Breach Settlement

Cornerstone National Insurance Company experienced an unauthorized data disclosure discovered around November 29, 2021, where consumer personal information including names and driver's license numbers were accessed and disclosed without authorization. The unauthorized disclosure was announced in August 2022. Plaintiffs alleged Cornerstone failed to adequately protect consumer information, though Cornerstone denies wrongdoing.

Paid $25–$78

Johnson Financial Group Data Security Incident Settlement

Johnson Financial Group experienced a data security incident that compromised personal information of approximately 93,093 individuals. The company notified affected individuals of the breach and is paying to settle a class action lawsuit regarding the incident.

Paid $45–$5,000

Hi-School Pharmacy Data Breach Settlement

Cybercriminals accessed Hi-School Pharmacy's systems during a November 2023 cyberattack, potentially compromising files containing individuals' private information. The defendant denies all claims and wrongdoing, and this settlement is not an admission of liability.

Paid Priority payment: (1) Documented Out-of-Pocket Losses, (2) Identity Theft Protection and Credit Monitoring, (3) Pro Rata Cash Payment

Wright v. HP Inc. Employment Wage Disclosure Settlement

HP Inc. and HP Health Solutions Inc. allegedly posted job openings in Washington without disclosing the wage scale or salary range for the positions. The defendants dispute these claims and contend they have not violated any law.

Krud Kutter "Non-Toxic" and "Earth Friendly" Products Settlement

Rust-Oleum Corporation allegedly labeled Krud Kutter brand products as "Non-Toxic" and "Earth Friendly" when they may actually cause harm to humans, animals, and/or the environment. Settlement class members claim they paid a price premium for these products based on the false labels. The defendant denies the allegations and contends the products are safe, but agreed to settle to avoid the expense and risks of continued litigation.

Wheat Thins "100% Whole Grain" Labeling Settlement

Mondelez labeled Wheat Thins crackers as "100% WHOLE GRAIN," which plaintiffs claim was false and misleading. Consumers allegedly suffered harm from the false labeling. The defendant denies the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid litigation costs.

Paid Cash Payments to Class Members (amount depends on number of approved claims; will be reduced pro rata if claims exceed available funds)

Red Roof Inn Data Breach Settlement

In September 2023, Red Roof Inns suffered a data security incident that potentially exposed personal identifying information of customers. The lawsuit alleges that Red Roof failed to implement and maintain reasonable security measures to protect this information. Red Roof denies liability and wrongdoing.

Paid $0–$100

Navvis Data Breach Settlement

Unauthorized users allegedly gained access to Navvis' network between July 12-25, 2023, deployed ransomware, and obtained unauthorized access to files containing the private information of approximately 2.8 million individuals. Navvis and SSM deny any wrongdoing or liability.

Paid Pro Rata Cash Payments (estimated distribution April 5, 2028); Documented Out-of-Pocket Reimbursement (estimated distribution September 19, 2025); Documented Extraordinary Loss Reimbursement (estimated distribution September 19, 2025); plus IDX Credit Monitoring Services

MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries Data Breach Settlement

In March 2023, MERS Missouri Goodwill Industries experienced a data breach that impacted the personal information of individuals. The lawsuit alleges harm from this data incident. MERS Goodwill denies all allegations and liability but agreed to settle to avoid litigation costs and risks.

Paid $50–$5,000

Litman v. State Auto Property and Casualty Company Depreciation Settlement

State Auto Property and Casualty Company allegedly improperly deducted Nonmaterial Depreciation when adjusting certain Structural Loss claims for Missouri homeowners. The company is paying to settle claims that it did not properly handle these deductions.

ImmunityBio Inc. Securities Litigation Settlement

Lead Plaintiff alleges that ImmunityBio, Inc. and its executives made false or misleading statements regarding the company's securities during the class period. The defendants have agreed to settle the litigation for $10,500,000 in cash without admitting wrongdoing.

Smith, Gambrell & Russell Data Breach Settlement

Smith, Gambrell & Russell International LLP experienced a security incident that caused personal information of class members to be accessed, compromised, or impacted. The company is paying settlement benefits to affected individuals.

Paid Benefits depend on total approved claims; includes credit monitoring, CCPA payments, alternative cash payments, and compensation for lost time and documented out-of-pocket expenses

Concord Music Group Data Breach Settlement

Concord Music Group experienced a cybersecurity incident that occurred in or around February 2024, which resulted in individuals receiving notice of a data breach. Concord denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to this settlement to avoid the costs and risks of continuing the lawsuit.

Realogy TCPA Settlement

Coldwell Banker-affiliated real estate agents associated with Realogy Holdings Corp. allegedly violated the TCPA by calling people on the National Do Not Call Registry to solicit real estate business and by using prerecorded messages. Realogy denies any wrongdoing, and the court has not decided the case. A $20 million settlement has been proposed to resolve the lawsuit.

Paid Up to $281

Funko Securities Settlement

Funko, Inc. issued a registration statement and prospectus in connection with its November 1, 2017 initial public offering (IPO). Class members allege claims related to that IPO. Funko has agreed to pay $14.75 million to settle these claims without admitting any wrongdoing.

Paid The amount of individual payments cannot be determined at this time and depends on the number of valid claims and deductions for attorneys' fees, litigation expenses, notice and administration expenses, and taxes.

Saarloos v. Cowboy Channel Data Privacy Settlement

The Cowboy Channel, LLC allegedly disclosed subscribers' personally identifiable information to Meta Platforms, Google, and Yahoo without consent, in violation of the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). The defendant denies wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to avoid the costs and uncertainties of continuing the case.

Paid Pro rata equal portion of the Settlement Fund

Illinois AG v United Builders Group Settlement - Unpaid Wages

The Illinois Attorney General sued United Builders Group Co. and Polo Masonry Builders for allegedly failing to properly pay workers in accordance with Illinois law, including failing to pay overtime wages. The companies settled the lawsuit and agreed to pay owed wages and other compensation to affected workers.

Cobell v. Salazar Indian Trust Settlement

The federal government mismanaged individual Indian land, funds, and other assets held in trust, including improperly accounting for Individual Indian Money (IIM) trust funds and mismanaging trust land. Courts determined the government violated its trust duties to over 17,000 IIM account holders.

Azura Data Breach Settlement

Between September 27 and October 9, 2023, an unauthorized third party gained access to personal information of Azura Vascular Care patients. The compromised data could include names, addresses, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, medical records, and other sensitive patient and billing information. Azura agreed to pay $3.15 million to settle claims arising from this data breach.

Paid Up to $10,000

Halo Data Settlement

In November 2023, HALO Branded Solutions, Inc. suffered a cyber-attack in which a third-party threat actor allegedly gained unauthorized access to HALO's systems and viewed and exfiltrated sensitive files that may have included personal identifiable information of certain HALO employees. The defendant denies liability, but agreed to settle the class action lawsuit to compromise between the parties.

Paid $75–$5,000

Plantronics Securities Litigation Settlement

Plantronics and several of its senior officers allegedly made false and misleading statements regarding the company's sales practices, violating federal securities laws. Defendants deny the allegations and any wrongdoing. The company has agreed to pay $29.5 million to settle the case without admitting liability.

UnitedHealth Group Optum Community Health Workers Settlement

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated allegedly sent prerecorded voice messages to wireless telephone numbers without the recipients' consent through the Optum Community Health Workers at Home program, violating the Telephone Consumer Protection Act. The defendant denies the allegations and the court has not decided who is right.

San Diego Fertility Center Pixel Settlement

San Diego Fertility Center Medical Group, Inc. and Ivy Fertility Services, LLC allegedly violated their Privacy Policies and the law by sharing personally identifiable device information of persons who visited their websites after January 1, 2020. The defendants deny these allegations and any assertion of wrongdoing.

Paid Pro rata cash payments distributed to valid claimants

The Edge NYC Ticket Fee Settlement

HY Attractions Manager LLC allegedly failed to properly disclose a ticket processing fee for electronic tickets to The Edge NYC in violation of New York Arts and Cultural Affairs Law. The defendant denies violating any law but agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainties and expenses of continuing the case.

Paid Pro rata portion of the Settlement Fund based on the total amount of fees paid

Sea Limited 2023 Securities Litigation

Sea Limited and its executives issued materially false and misleading statements about the Company's Garena (digital entertainment) and Shoppe (e-commerce) business segments during the class period. The defendants deny all allegations, but agreed to settle the case for $46 million.

MiniMed Digital Platforms Data Disclosure Settlement

Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. and MiniMed Distribution Corp. allegedly disclosed or allowed certain information regarding the use of certain MiniMed digital platforms to be accessible to third parties. The defendants are settling this proposed class action without admitting wrongdoing.

Paid Pro rata share of the Net Settlement Fund

General Electric Securities Litigation Settlement

General Electric and Jeffrey S. Bornstein allegedly violated federal securities laws by making materially false or misleading statements about GE's financial condition between February 2016 and January 2018. Specifically, they allegedly concealed GE's reliance on intercompany factoring transactions to offset weaknesses in GE Power's cash flows, causing GE common stock to be artificially inflated. The defendants deny all allegations.

Museum of Sex Ticket Fee Settlement

The Museum of Sex and MoSex Exhibit 1 are accused of failing to properly disclose service charges for electronic tickets to their museum in New York City, allegedly violating New York Arts and Cultural Affairs Law. The defendants deny wrongdoing but have agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainties of continuing litigation. The museum charged a $4.00 service fee per ticket for online purchases.

Paid From $4

Farmers Insurance Minnesota Class Action

Farmers Insurance and related entities allegedly improperly handled medical expense benefits in auto and business insurance policies sold in Minnesota, in violation of Minnesota's No-Fault Automobile Insurance Act. The defendants have agreed to settle the claims through this class action.

Plavan Data Breach Settlement

Plavan Commercial Fueling, Inc. suffered a ransomware incident on February 23, 2024, which exposed personal information of U.S. residents. The defendant notified potentially impacted individuals beginning in June 2024. The defendant has agreed to settle the class action lawsuit arising from this data breach.

Paid $0–$550

Botanic Tonics Feel Free Wellness Tonic Kratom Settlement

Botanic Tonics sold and marketed Feel Free Wellness Tonic containing kratom without adequately disclosing the harmful health impacts of consuming the beverage. The lawsuit alleged that kratom in the Feel Free tonics increased health risks for consumers. The defendants deny any wrongdoing.

Paid Pro rata payments based on the number of bottles of Feel Free purchased. You may claim up to 10 bottles without proof of purchase, and more than 10 with proof of purchase.

Interest Rate Swaps Antitrust Litigation Settlement

Defendants engaged in antitrust violations related to interest rate swaps. The defendants agreed to settle claims without admitting wrongdoing. This settlement includes multiple settlements, including one with Credit Suisse and a new settlement with other defendants.

Ford v. Farha Roofing TCPA Text Message Settlement

The defendants delivered non-emergency advertising and marketing text messages promoting Farha Roofing's business to cellular telephone numbers without prior express written consent, in violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The defendants also failed to disclose necessary information about the senders of those text messages. Defendants deny the allegations and deny violating the TCPA.

Paid $250–$500

Mena Regional Health System Data Incident Settlement

A targeted cyberattack on Mena Regional Health System's computer systems occurred on or about November 8, 2022, in which certain files containing private information were accessed. The compromised data included full names, dates of birth, social security numbers, driver's license/government ID numbers, financial account information, and detailed medical information. Mena denies all claims and wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of continuing the litigation.

Greylock McKinnon Data Security Settlement

Greylock McKinnon Associates discovered a data incident on or about May 30, 2023, where personal information of individuals may have been accessible. The affected information included names, Social Security numbers, Medicare Health Insurance Claim Numbers, medical information, and health insurance information. The lawsuit alleged negligence, breach of contract, unjust enrichment, invasion of privacy, and violations of California and New Jersey consumer privacy laws. The defendant admits no wrongdoing.

Paid $0–$10,000

HP Misleading Discount Settlement

HP allegedly advertised misleading discounts for computers, laptops, mice, and keyboards sold on its website. HP denies any wrongdoing and the settlement is not an admission of wrongdoing.

Sutter Anesthesia Billing Lawsuit Settlement

Sutter Health allegedly engaged in fraudulent, unlawful, and unfair billing practices by submitting and receiving payment on bills for anesthesia services that were not rendered, were double-billed, or were misleadingly described. This caused self-funded payers to pay more for anesthesia services than they should have. Sutter Health denies all allegations and maintains that its practices complied with applicable laws.

GM Ignition Switch Economic Settlement (Canada)

General Motors vehicles were subject to 2014 recalls involving the Delta ignition system, key rotation, Camaro knee-key, and electric power steering. Settlement class representatives claim consumers overpaid when they bought or leased these vehicles. GM denies the allegations but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and risks.

Paid Payment amounts will vary depending on which recalls apply to vehicles, administrative expenses, number and type of eligible vehicles for which claims are filed, and number of eligible class members who file claims

Medefil BIPA Settlement

Medefil allegedly violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) by using biometric time clock systems that captured employees' and contractors' fingerprints and hand scans without first obtaining written consent. Medefil denies wrongdoing and is settling to avoid further litigation.

Paid Pro rata portion of the Settlement Fund after deductions for attorneys' fees (30.75% of maximum), settlement administration expenses, class representative incentive award (up to $7,500), and expense award

MSCHF TCPA Settlement

MSCHF Product Studio Inc. allegedly sent marketing text messages to people who had requested to stop receiving them, in violation of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and Florida Telephone Solicitation Act (FTSA). The defendant denies the allegations and any wrongdoing.

Pizl v. Dependable Staffing Agency Wage Disclosure Settlement

Dependable Staffing allegedly violated Washington law (RCW 49.58.110) by failing to include wage scale or salary range information on a Front Desk/Receptionist job posting on its website between January 1 and December 31, 2023. The company is settling the case for $115,000.

Paid Each Settlement Class Member who submits a valid and timely Claim Form and W9 will receive a pro rata share of at least $58,000 class fund divided by the number of Settlement Class Members.

Lilly Lashes Settlement

Lilly Lashes allegedly falsely advertised its false eyelashes made with mink fur as "Cruelty Free." Lilly Lashes denies the allegations and denies any wrongdoing.

Paid Up to $10

Gomez v. HydraForce Biometric Data Settlement

HydraForce used biometric identifiers (fingerprints/hand scans) in its timekeeping system at Illinois facilities. The lawsuit alleges the company violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act. HydraForce denies wrongdoing and the settlement is not an admission of liability.

GHP Pixel Settlement

HealthPartners allegedly shared personal information of website visitors with third parties without proper authorization. HealthPartners denies these allegations.

Paid Pro rata share of the Net Settlement Fund

Florida All X-Ray Settlement

GEICO allegedly misinterpreted Florida No-Fault Law by underpaying personal injury protection (PIP) benefits to healthcare providers. Specifically, GEICO failed to base reimbursements on the highest allowable amount under Medicare Part B for 2007 and improperly included a budget neutrality adjustment when calculating payment amounts for medical services.

Smith v. District of Columbia Settlement

The District of Columbia, through its Metropolitan Police Department, arrested and prosecuted individuals for violations of the District's gun control laws outside their homes or places of business. The settlement compensates class members who were subjected to these arrests or prosecutions, which a court has now determined violated their constitutional rights.

Illinois Attorney General v. DoorDash - Pay Guarantee Settlement

DoorDash allegedly violated Illinois consumer protection law by using consumer tips to Dashers as credit toward minimum pay guarantees, while leading consumers to believe their tips would increase Dasher earnings above the promised pay. The settlement provides payments to affected Dashers who worked in Illinois during the relevant period.

Paid proportional share of the Settlement Fund based on the amount of Consumer tips allegedly used by DoorDash to satisfy the Guaranteed Amounts

Hafetz Data Settlement

Hafetz discovered a cybersecurity incident in October 2023 in which an unauthorized third party may have accessed certain Hafetz email accounts containing names, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, financial account information, and insurance benefit information. Hafetz denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle the class action lawsuit.

Paid $50–$10,000

Contra Costa Data Incident Settlement

On September 20, 2022, Contra Costa County identified an email phishing incident that potentially resulted in unauthorized access to emails and attachments in two employee email accounts. An unauthorized party may have accessed these accounts between September 19-20, 2022, affecting approximately 15,591 individuals.

Tuna End Purchaser Settlement

From June 2011 to July 2015, defendants allegedly participated in an unlawful conspiracy to raise, fix, maintain, or stabilize the price of packaged tuna products at artificially high levels in violation of antitrust and unfair competition laws. The defendants deny many allegations and assert defenses but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation, trial risks, and costs.

Fluor Fair Fund

Fluor Corporation and five of its officers improperly accounted for two large-scale, fixed-price construction projects, relying on overly optimistic cost and timing estimates. After project awards, Fluor experienced cost overruns but failed to maintain proper internal accounting controls. This resulted in inaccurate books and records and materially misstated financial statements in SEC filings.

Oak Street Health Securities Settlement

Oak Street Health, Inc. and other defendants allegedly violated federal securities laws by making false and misleading statements and omissions to investors concerning the company's patient acquisition tactics, including paying for referrals and marketing free transportation to prospective patients.

Paid Recovery depends on the number of shares of Oak Street Health common stock purchased/acquired from August 6, 2020 through November 8, 2021, the timing of purchases and sales, and whether bought in the IPO, December SPO, or February SPO. See Plan of Allocation for details.

Sanith v. State Farm Fire and Casualty Company Settlement

State Farm Fire and Casualty Company allegedly failed to pay or pay adequately for diminished value losses under underinsured motorist property damage (UMPD) coverage when vehicles sustained structural damage. Plaintiff claims the company did not compensate for the loss in value when certain automobiles could not be fully repaired to their pre-accident condition. State Farm denies wrongdoing and contends it paid full and appropriate amounts.

Tuna Direct Purchaser Antitrust Settlement

Defendants allegedly conspired to fix, raise, and maintain prices that direct purchasers paid for packaged tuna products between June 2011 and July 2015, causing class members to pay more than they otherwise would have. Defendants deny all liability and have agreed to settle to avoid litigation risks, while admitting no wrongdoing.

Paid Settlement provides cash payments plus StarKist-branded products valued at up to $26,100,000

Ryder System Securities Litigation Settlement

Ryder System, Inc. and certain senior executives allegedly violated federal securities laws by making materially false and misleading statements and omissions concerning Ryder's financial performance and the value of its core assets. The defendants have denied all claims and allegations of wrongdoing.

NYT Renewal Settlement

New York Times automatically renewed customers' digital, print, and standalone subscriptions and charged their payment methods without providing the disclosures and authorizations required by California law, according to the lawsuit. The defendant denies violating any law, and the parties agreed to settle to avoid the uncertainties and expenses of ongoing litigation.

Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Securities Litigation

Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and its executives allegedly made misleading statements about the company's business and prospects, causing the stock price to decline. Investors who purchased Taro common stock during the class period are entitled to recover damages from the settlement. The defendants deny all wrongdoing but have agreed to settle the litigation.

Paid Up to $2.53