Final Approval of the settlement was granted on June 29, 2023. The distribution of Settlement Benefits has not begun for this case.
Introduction
In the digital age, data breaches have become a concerning reality for both consumers and corporations. Among the notable incidents, the T-Mobile customer data breach of 2021 stands out, impacting millions of users and raising questions about data security and corporate responsibility. With the recent final approval of the settlement, affected individuals are awaiting the distribution of settlement benefits. Here’s a comprehensive overview of the situation and what you need to know.
Background
On August 16, 2021, T-Mobile announced that it had been the victim of a criminal cyberattack on its systems. The attacker compromised the personal information of approximately 76 million U.S. consumers. The specific information accessed for each person included some combination of names, addresses, zip codes, phone numbers, dates of birth, social security number/tax identification number, and/or other government identification number including driver’s license number, account establish date, name of authorized user, phone number, IMSI, MSISDN, PIN, and personal unlock code. The incident sparked widespread concern among T-Mobile customers and cybersecurity experts, highlighting vulnerabilities in the company’s data protection measures.
Settlement Approval
After extensive legal proceedings, including appeals, the settlement for the T-Mobile data breach received final approval on June 29, 2023. This milestone marked a significant step towards providing compensation and resolution for affected individuals. However, despite the approval, the distribution of settlement benefits has yet to commence.
Current Status
Final Approval of the settlement was granted on June 29, 2023. The distribution of Settlement Benefits has not begun for this case and no emails or texts have been sent regarding payouts. To stay informed, individuals are encouraged to visit the official settlement website at www.t-mobilesettlement.com for updates. This is the only authorized website for this case. It is authorized by the Court, supervised by Counsel and controlled by Kroll Settlement Administration, the Settlement Administrator approved by the Court. Additionally, you can reach out to the Settlement Administrator via the toll-free number: 833-512-2314. Other contact information is provided below:
Email: info@t-mobilesettlement.com
Mail: T-Mobile Data Breach Settlement
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
P.O. Box 225391
New York, NY 10150-5391
What’s Next
The T-Mobile customer data breach settlement represents a crucial step towards addressing the aftermath of the incident and providing compensation for affected individuals. As the distribution of settlement benefits awaits initiation, staying informed and patient is essential. Please visit: www.t-mobilesettlement.com for updates or call the toll-free number: 833-512-2314.