Baer's Furniture Settles Data Breach Class Action: Payouts up to $5000 for Impacted Customers

Deadline
Deadline: December 16, 2024
Total Settlement Amount
Total amount allocated for all claims
Individual Payout Range
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Proof of Purchase
Proof for unreimbursed losses and lost time is required. Unreimbursed loss claims up to $5,000 must be supported with documentation, and lost time claims must be supported by an attestation that the activities performed were related to the Security Incident. A Notice ID number is also required.
Settlement Summary
In August 2022, Baer's Furniture experienced a significant cybersecurity incident that affected the personal information of its thousands of customers and employees. The data breach exposed sensitive data such as names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and even medical information. What made this case even more significant was the allegation that Baer's Furniture had failed to implement adequate cybersecurity measures to prevent such unauthorized access, thus failing to protect the personal data of the individuals affected by this incident. The class action lawsuit, led by Gregory Pull and Paul Greene against Baer's Furniture Co., Inc., resulted from this major data breach. The lawsuit was settled for an undisclosed amount, but individuals who were affected by the data breach could claim between $50 and $5,000 for unreimbursed losses and lost time. To qualify for a payout, an individual must reside in the United States and have had their personal information impacted by the cybersecurity incident at Baer's Furniture in 2022. The settlement reflects the growing legal implications for companies that fail to adequately protect their customers' data. By not ensuring robust cybersecurity measures, businesses like Baer's Furniture can face hefty financial penalties and damage to their reputation. This case is a stark reminder for all companies handling personal data to ensure the security measures in place are robust and up to date. It serves as a reference point for similar class actions in the future and highlights the importance of robust cybersecurity measures in an increasingly digital world. Furthermore, it also emphasizes that individuals have a right to compensation for the unauthorized exposure of their private information and the related losses.
Entities Involved
Eligibility Requirements
- Individual resides in the U.S.
- Individual's personal information was impacted by the cybersecurity incident at Baer's Furniture around August 2022
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