One-Time Payments of Up to $6,000 Available for Dental Patients Affected by Data Breach

According to The Sun, THOUSANDS of dental patients could be eligible for one-time payments of up to $6,000 from a multi-million dollar settlement related to a significant data breach involving Great Expressions, a network of 246 dental care centers across the United States.

Background on the Data Breach

Great Expressions was sued for allegedly failing to adequately protect consumer information during a September 2023 data breach. The lawsuit claims that the company’s cybersecurity measures were insufficient, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive consumer information. While Great Expressions has not admitted any wrongdoing, the company has agreed to settle the lawsuit to resolve the claims.

Who is Eligible for the Settlement?

The settlement will benefit those who received a notification from Great Expressions regarding the data breach. It distinguishes between two subclasses based on whether the breach compromised Social Security numbers:

For Individuals with Compromised Social Security Numbers:

• • Reimbursement for ordinary losses up to $500
  • Compensation for extraordinary losses up to $5,000
  • Additionally, compensation for up to two hours of lost time at a rate of $20 per hour

For Individuals without Compromised Social Security Numbers:

• • Compensation of up to $40 for two hours of lost time, compensated at $20 per hour

Claim Submission Details

Class members must submit a valid claim form by November 8, 2024, to receive settlement benefits. Claims should include proof of data breach-related losses, such as receipts, bills, invoices, or credit reports.

A final approval hearing is scheduled for December 12, 2024. Claims must be filed under penalty of perjury, and fraudulent claims can negatively affect other eligible class members.

Filing a Claim

To fill out the claim form, individuals can do so online. If you’re unsure about your eligibility, it’s advisable to check the FAQ section on the Settlement Administrator’s website before filing. The case is officially known as Great Expressions Data Security Incident Litigation, with case number 2:23-cv-11185-JJCG-CI, being heard in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.

For further details and to file a claim, visit the settlement website.

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Additional Settlement Opportunities

If you are not eligible for the Great Expressions settlement, there are other ongoing class action settlements that may interest you.

Magid Glove Settlement

Magid Glove, a popular protective equipment and clothing brand, is involved in a $5.175 million settlement. The company is accused of violating Illinois laws by using “fingerprint time clocks” and temperature scanners without proper notification over an eight-year period. Anyone who used a fingerprint-scanning clock or had their temperature taken by one of the scanners at Magid’s Romeoville, Illinois facility between January 8, 2016, and August 30, 2024, may be eligible.

Tubi Settlement

Tubi, a leading streaming service, has agreed to pay $19.99 million to settle a class action lawsuit. The privacy suit alleges that Tubi shared users’ personal information with third parties without obtaining their consent, violating the Video Privacy Protection Act. Although Tubi has not admitted any wrongdoing, the settlement provides an opportunity for thousands of Tubi users to claim a share of the payout.

Other Potential Refunds

Certain Costco shoppers may receive refunds as part of a $3.875 million settlement for overcharges. Additionally, eligible claimants on Cash App could receive up to $2,500 from a $15 million settlement related to a data breach.