Americans are a step closer to scoring $7,500 checks from AT&T’s $177 million ‘dark web’ settlement...
AT&T customers are nearing payment from a $177 million settlement related to data breaches compromising sensitive information.Summary
AT&T customers are closer to receiving payments from a $177 million settlement stemming from data leaks that occurred on March 30, 2024, and July 12, 2024. The final approval hearing took place on January 15th, and payments are expected to be sent out soon. The data breaches compromised sensitive customer information, including Social Security numbers and billing details. While AT&T denies wrongdoing, they agreed to the settlement to avoid further legal battles. Claimants affected by both data leaks can receive up to $7,500, with supporting evidence of losses like credit receipts or identity theft required. The claims deadline was extended to December 18th, and the settlement also includes up to 24 months of credit monitoring.
(Source：The Sun)