Oakland Data Breach Settlement Could Pay Victims Up to $10,000
A major data breach affecting Oakland residents could result in compensation payments up to $10,000 per person. The settlement stems from a 2023 cybersecurity incident where the City of Oakland failed to protect sensitive personal information.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be an Oakland, California resident
- Must have received an official breach notification letter
- Personal information was compromised (SSN, medical records, or driver's license)
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Settlement Payment Amounts:
- Up to $350 for identity theft victims without extensive documentation
- $75 compensation for three hours of lost time ($25/hour)
- Up to $10,000 for documented extraordinary financial losses
- Additional $175 for affected former Oakland police officers
Claim Filing Process:
- Submit claim form online or by mail
- Use unique ID and PIN from notification letter
- Contact administrators if notification details are lost
Important Deadlines:
- Claim submission: May 6, 2025
- Objections/exclusions: April 6, 2025
- Final approval hearing: June 3, 2025
After claim review, payments will be distributed based on validity and available funds. Experts recommend filing claims promptly and maintaining vigilant credit monitoring to prevent future identity theft risks.
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