Robbie D. Wood Inc. Data Breach Settlement Offers Compensation to Affected Individuals
In October 2024, Robbie D. Wood Inc. suffered a targeted cyberattack that exposed sensitive personal data, including names, dates of birth, driver’s license numbers, financial account details, medical information, and Social Security numbers. The company has since agreed to a class action settlement to resolve allegations that it failed to adequately protect this information.
Eligibility and Compensation
U.S. residents whose data was compromised in the breach and who received notice of the settlement may qualify for benefits. Claimants can choose from three options:
- Reimbursement for documented losses (up to $5,000): Covers expenses like identity theft recovery, credit monitoring fees, ID replacement costs, and related financial losses incurred between October 1, 2024, and August 5, 2026.
- One-time cash payment ($65): Available to those without documented losses, requiring no proof of expenses.
- Credit monitoring: Two years of CyEx Medical Shield Complete, including fraud monitoring, identity theft insurance, and access to resolution services.
Claim Process and Deadlines
Claims can be submitted online or via mail to the settlement administrator by August 5, 2026. Those seeking reimbursement must provide receipts or other documentation, while cash payment and credit monitoring claims require no proof. Payouts will be distributed after final court approval, expected following the August 18, 2026, hearing.
Settlement Fund Allocation
The settlement fund covers administration costs, $125,000 in attorneys’ fees, a $3,000 service award to the class representative, and payments to approved claimants. No proration is mentioned, meaning eligible individuals may receive full benefits based on their selected option.
The settlement aims to resolve litigation while providing timely relief to affected individuals, avoiding prolonged legal disputes.
Source: https://www.claimdepot.com/settlements/rdw-settlement
Robbie D. Wood, Inc. cybersecurity rating report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/robbiedwood
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