Ardagh Glass Settlement: Americans Could Receive Up to $11,000 for Data Breach
Thousands of Americans may be eligible to claim up to $11,000 following a 2021 data breach involving Ardagh Glass. This substantial settlement stems from a class action lawsuit alleging that the company failed to protect personal information during a ransomware attack.
Ardagh Glass Agrees to $2.75 Million Settlement
In 2021, Ardagh Glass experienced a data breach that allegedly compromised the personal information of over 5,300 individuals. While the company has not admitted any wrongdoing, it agreed to a $2.75 million settlement to resolve the lawsuit. The funds will compensate individuals whose data was exposed, covering a range of expenses, including fraud costs, identity theft protection, and other related fees.
Eligible individuals can also claim five hours of lost time at a rate of $25 per hour for the time spent addressing the impact of the breach. To qualify, claimants must provide supporting documents, such as receipts, credit reports, or account statements, proving breach-related expenses. The deadline to submit claims is November 27, 2024.
For more information on the suit, you can visit the Ardagh Glass Data Breach website.
How to Receive a Payment
Class members seeking compensation from Ardagh Glass should file a valid claim form with the necessary documentation. Proof of expenses might include receipts, bank statements, credit reports, or legal documents. Claims must be filed under penalty of perjury, and fraudulent claims may reduce funds available to other eligible claimants.
In addition to financial compensation, Ardagh Glass has pledged to enhance its data security practices. This includes improving cybersecurity policies, training, and monitoring to prevent future breaches. Once reimbursements are distributed, remaining settlement funds will be automatically shared among class members through pro rata payments.
Understanding Class Action Settlements
Class action lawsuits allow groups of people, known as "classes," to join forces in court. Typically initiated by one or a few individuals, these lawsuits claim that a company or entity has wronged a large group. Once a lawsuit gains class action status, it covers all “class members,” or those with similar grievances as the original plaintiffs.
Often, companies choose to settle class actions, providing compensation to class members who usually give up the right to pursue further claims by accepting the settlement. These settlements frequently include statements from the company denying liability. Companies may settle to avoid the high costs of continued litigation. Common reasons for class actions include issues like pollution, discrimination, and false advertising.
Other Recent Class Action Settlements
Ardagh Glass is one of several companies resolving data breach claims through settlement. Other recent cases include:
- Great Expressions Dental Centers: This network of dental care providers reached a settlement for a September 2023 data breach, compensating affected individuals.
- Cash App: Final Days to Claim Your Share of $15M Cash App Settlement: Here’s How
- GM: GM Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over "Shift to Park" Issue
For more details, visit the Ardagh Glass Data Breach website or explore other active class action settlements that may apply to you.
