A Massive AT&T Settlement Could Put Up To $7,500 in Your Pocket

AT&T Settles Data Breach Lawsuits AT&T has reached a settlement agreement regarding two separate data breaches that occurred in 2015 and 2018. The settlement, worth up to $7,500 per affected customer, aims to compensate individuals whose personal information was exposed during these incidents. Eligible customers can file a claim to receive a portion of the settlement, which is estimated to total around $14 million. The data breaches involved the exposure of customer names, addresses, phone numbers, and in some cases, Social Security numbers and driver's license information. Customers who can demonstrate that they were affected by the data breaches and suffered financial losses or identity theft as a result are entitled to the maximum payout. Those who can prove they spent time resolving issues related to the breaches may also be eligible for compensation. The settlement serves as a reminder of the importance of data security and the need for companies to protect their customers' personal information from unauthorized access.