App users can get direct payment worth $2,500 from $15 million data breach settlement – just file an online claim
According to The Sun, Users of the popular online payment service Cash App can claim up to $2,500 as part of a $15 million class action settlement related to data and security breaches. With the deadline approaching on November 18, consumers are encouraged to complete an online form to access the compensation.
Eligibility for Claims
Cash App, which boasts around 56 million transacting users, is offering payments to individuals whose accounts experienced fraudulent withdrawals or transfers. To qualify, users must have had an account between August 23, 2018, and August 20, 2024.
Allegations Against Cash App
The class action lawsuit alleged that Cash App and its parent company, Block (formerly known as Square), failed to take adequate measures to prevent unauthorized access and protect users’ data. Plaintiffs claimed that the company mishandled customer complaints regarding security breaches and fraudulent transactions.
Despite denying any wrongdoing, the company opted to settle to avoid further litigation costs.
How to Claim Your Money
Affected users can seek reimbursement for losses related to identity theft, credit monitoring, and associated fees. Additionally, users can claim compensation for lost time related to the incident, valued at up to $65. Claims can also be filed for any losses incurred due to unauthorized access to accounts.
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To take advantage of this settlement, users must submit their claims by November 18, 2024. More information is available on the settlement website.
Other Recent Settlements
The Cash App settlement follows several other class action settlements stemming from privacy breaches. Streaming giant Tubi recently agreed to pay nearly $20 million to settle a class action lawsuit that accused it of sharing users’ personal information with third parties without consent, violating the Video Privacy Protection Act. Class members must submit a valid claim form by November 28 to receive Tubi settlement benefits.
Additionally, Clif Bar is facing a class action lawsuit over allegations that it misled consumers into believing its products were healthy. The lawsuit claims that marketing the protein bars as “nutrition for sustained energy” distracts from the significant sugar content, with nearly 40% of the calorie content coming from added sugars. Anyone who purchased an Original Clif Bar or Clif Kid ZBar in California or New York between April 2014 and March 2023 may be eligible for compensation.
