ABT Electronics $2.8M Settlement for BIPA Claims

If you provided your finger, hand, or palm scan for authentication and timekeeping purposes at ABT Electronics, Inc. at any time between January 29, 2014, through September 29, 2019, you may be eligible to claim approximately $598 from a class action settlement.

ABT Electronics, Inc. has agreed to pay $2,832,375 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) by collecting, capturing, or otherwise obtaining workers' biometric identifiers without proper disclosures and consent.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for an award, you must meet specific criteria. You must have worked for ABT Electronics, Inc. in Illinois and had your biometric information collected, captured, obtained, used, received, converted, maintained, stored, shared, disseminated, or disclosed by ABT Electronics, Inc. from January 29, 2014, through September 29, 2019. Additionally, you must not have previously executed a general release of claims in a severance or settlement agreement during that time period.

If you meet these criteria, you are considered a member of the Settlement Class and are eligible to receive a payment from the Settlement Fund unless you choose to exclude yourself from the Settlement.

What Awards Can Class Members Claim?

Class members are entitled to a gross payment of approximately $975 from the Settlement Fund. After deductions for settlement administration costs, attorneys' fees, and an incentive award to the Class Representative, the net payment is approximately $598.

The Settlement Fund totals $2,832,375. From this amount, attorneys' fees of up to 37.5% of the Settlement Fund, reasonable costs, and an incentive award to the Class Representative will be deducted. The remaining amount will be distributed to the Settlement Class Members.

Calculation Breakdown

The total settlement amount is $2,832,375. This amount will cover the payments to Settlement Class Members, settlement administration expenses, attorneys' fees, and an incentive award to the Class Representative.

• Total Settlement Fund: $2,832,375
• Attorneys' Fees: Up to 37.5% of the Settlement Fund
• Incentive Award to Class Representative: Up to $7,500
• Settlement Administration Costs: Deducted from the Settlement Fund
• Net Payment to Class Members: Approximately $598 each

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Not applicable. The Settlement Administrator already has the information of the class members, so no additional proof is required to claim the reward.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any action if you are a member of the Settlement Class. The Settlement Administrator will issue a check to each Class Member following the final approval of the Settlement. If you prefer to receive a digital payment, you can log onto the Settlement Website and submit a Payment Selection form.

How do I Get Paid?

Class members will receive their payments via check or digital payment. Checks will be mailed to the address on file, and digital payments can be selected through the Settlement Website.

Important Dates

• Objection Deadline: July 6, 2024
• Opt-Out Deadline: July 6, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing: July 30, 2024

When will Awards be Paid?

Awards will be paid as soon as possible after the Court order becomes final, which should occur within approximately 14 days after the Settlement has been finally approved.

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The class action settlement was reached to resolve claims that ABT Electronics, Inc. violated BIPA by collecting, capturing, or otherwise obtaining workers' biometric identifiers without providing the required disclosures and obtaining written consent. The settlement aims to provide compensation to affected workers without the expense, delay, and uncertainties of further litigation.

What Happens Next?

The next steps include the final approval hearing on July 30, 2024. If the Court grants final approval, the Settlement Administrator will distribute the payments to eligible class members. If there are any appeals, the payment process may be delayed.