Avis Budget Group Offers Settlement of Up to $5,000 to Data Breach Victims
What to know about the Avis data breach settlement offering up to $5,000 to customers

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Avis Budget Group has proposed a settlement for customers affected by a 2024 data breach, offering up to $5,000 for documented losses. The breach, which occurred between August 3 and August 6, exposed sensitive personal information. Claims must be submitted by June 21, with a court hearing set for July 28 in New Jersey.
- 01The data breach occurred between August 3 and August 6, 2024, involving unauthorized access to customer personal information.
- 02Affected information may include names, driver's license details, credit card numbers, birthdates, and phone numbers.
- 03Customers can claim reimbursement for documented losses related to fraud or identity theft, up to $5,000.
- 04Even those without documented losses may receive a cash payment from the settlement fund.
- 05Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by June 21, with a final court hearing scheduled for July 28.
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Customers impacted by a data breach involving Avis Budget Group in 2024 may be eligible for compensation of up to $5,000 as part of a proposed settlement. The breach, which occurred from August 3 to August 6, allowed hackers to access sensitive personal information, including names, driver's license numbers, credit card details, birthdates, and phone numbers. Although Avis denies any wrongdoing, the company agreed to the settlement to resolve the ongoing litigation. The settlement is specifically for U.S. residents whose personal data was compromised. Affected customers can submit claims for reimbursement of documented expenses related to fraud or identity theft, capped at $5,000. Moreover, customers without documented losses may still qualify for a cash payment, which will be distributed evenly among approved claimants after expenses are covered. To participate, claims must be submitted online or postmarked by June 21. A final court hearing regarding the settlement is set for July 28 in federal court in New Jersey, where the judge will review the settlement terms.
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This settlement provides financial relief to customers who may have suffered losses due to identity theft or fraud resulting from the data breach.
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