Settlement Offers Compensation for First Financial Credit Union Data Breach Victims
Eligible Individuals Could Receive Up to $5,150 Plus Credit Monitoring and Insurance
According to The U.S. Sun the data breach victims at First Financial Credit Union in 2022 can now get some money from a $1.6 million settlement. You could get up to $5,150 and two years of free credit monitoring and insurance if you’re eligible. The lawsuit says the credit union didn’t keep customers’ data safe which caused the breach victims. First Financial Credit Union says it didn’t do anything wrong but it still wants to settle the claims.
To get paid fill out a form and send it by May 2, 2024. The money can cover bank fees or lost time dealing with the breach. You can choose money or credit monitoring. How much you get depends on claims and remaining funds. To qualify be told about the problem between January 17 and February 6, 2022 and be a current or former member of First Financial Credit Union. Lawsuits like this let affected people get money together. Companies settle to pay without court. You can opt-out and seek compensation on your own. This settlement underscores data security’s importance and options for help when it fails.
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$1.6M Settlement for First Financial Credit Union Breach Victims: Up to $5,150 and 2 Years Free Monitoring- Are you the one!(PHOTO: Breach Victims)
Settlement Reinforces Importance of Data Security and Legal Recourse for Breach Victims
This settlement underscores the importance of protecting personal data and the options available to breach victims. It stresses companies’ responsibility to prioritize data security to prevent future incidents. While settlements offer collective compensation individuals can still pursue other legal actions. Overall it serves as a reminder of the need for transparency and proactive measures to safeguard sensitive information in today’s digital age.
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