FOLDED HAND: Americans can get up to $10,350 from major data breach settlement – all they need is their claim number

According to THE SUN, Some Americans could be eligible for cash distributions from a recent settlement following a class action lawsuit against Nevada Restaurant Services. The lawsuit alleged that the company, which owns and operates several casinos, gambling parlors, and resorts in the state—including Dotty’s—failed to implement adequate cybersecurity measures, leading to a widespread data breach in 2021.

Settlement Overview

The breach reportedly compromised sensitive personal information, including bank account and Social Security numbers. Although Nevada Restaurant Services did not admit any wrongdoing, it agreed to an undisclosed settlement amount to resolve the claims and avoid additional legal costs.

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Eligibility and Documentation

To qualify for a portion of the settlement, individuals must have received a notification from Nevada Restaurant Services indicating that their personal information might have been impacted by the breach, which occurred on January 16, 2021.

Eligible claimants must file a claim form using the claim ID number they received by mail or email from the settlement administrator. While submitting proof of losses is not required, providing documentation such as account statements, bills, credit reports, invoices, receipts, or other evidence can significantly increase the payout amount.

Payment Details

• With Proof: Qualifying claimants who provide documentation can receive up to $350 for losses, including credit expenses, communication charges, bank fees, travel costs, and lost time at $35 per hour. Additionally, those who experienced fraud or identity theft can claim up to $10,000 for extraordinary losses.
• Without Proof: Claimants without proof can receive a $50 distribution, which may be reduced on a pro-rata basis depending on the number of claims filed.

All claimants, whether they provide proof or not, will also receive three years of credit monitoring and identity theft insurance.

Deadlines

The deadline to exclude oneself or object to the settlement was August 19, 2024. To receive a cash distribution, claimants must file their claim forms by September 17, 2024. The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for November 7, 2024.

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Other Settlement Opportunities

• Dental Company Bankruptcy Settlement: A bankrupt dental company is distributing $300 to eligible claimants from a $27.5 million settlement. A claim form is required to receive the payment.
• Bosch Home Appliance Settlement: Bosch is providing $400 distributions in a home appliance settlement. The deadline for some claimants to file is February 12, 2025.