Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre Data Breach Settlement

If you were notified by Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre that your private information was compromised in a cyberattack in July 2022, you may be eligible to claim compensation from a class action settlement.

Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged mishandling of private information during a cyberattack.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for the settlement, you must be a person whose private information was maintained on Aloha’s computer systems that were compromised in the cyberattack. This includes both clients and employees of Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre on or before July 8, 2022. If you meet these criteria, you are considered a member of the Settlement Class and may be entitled to benefits.

Members of the Settlement Class can claim various benefits, including reimbursement for unreimbursed expenses and free credit monitoring services. The settlement aims to compensate those affected by the cyberattack and provide measures to protect their identity going forward.

• Clients of Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre on or before July 8, 2022
• Employees of Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre on or before July 8, 2022

What Awards Can I Claim?

Settlement Class Members can claim several types of compensation. The settlement provides for reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses up to $500 and compensation for extraordinary losses up to $2,000. Additionally, members can receive 30 months of free credit monitoring services.

The reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses includes costs such as bank fees, phone charges, postage, and gasoline for local travel. To claim this, you must provide documentation of the expenses incurred due to the cyberattack.

• Out-of-pocket expenses: Up to $500 for documented expenses such as bank fees, phone charges, and postage.
• Extraordinary losses: Up to $2,000 for documented monetary losses, including fraud-related costs and professional fees.
• Credit monitoring: 30 months of free credit monitoring services.

Example Award Calculation

If you incurred $300 in bank fees and $100 in phone charges, you could claim a total of $400 in out-of-pocket expenses. For extraordinary losses, if you had $1,500 in fraud-related costs and $300 in professional fees, you could claim a total of $1,800.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Yes, proof is required to claim the reward. Claimants must provide documentation of their out-of-pocket expenses and extraordinary losses. Self-prepared documents, such as handwritten receipts, are insufficient by themselves but can support other submitted documentation.

• Out-of-pocket expenses: Receipts or account statements for expenses like phone bills, gas receipts, and postage receipts.
• Extraordinary losses: Invoices or statements for professional fees and services related to fraud or identity theft.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you can submit a claim form online or by mail. To file a claim online, visit the online claim form. If you prefer to submit by mail, send your completed claim form and supporting documentation to:

Aloha Claims Administrator

C/o RG/2 Claims Administration

P.O. Box 59479

Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479

Ensure that your claim form is postmarked or submitted online by July 29, 2024.

How do I Get Paid?

Settlement payments can be received through various methods, including PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, virtual prepaid card, or physical check. Ensure you provide the necessary details for your preferred payment method on the claim form.

Important Dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: July 29, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing Date: August 7, 2024

When will Awards be Paid?

Awards will be paid after the Court gives final approval to the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The class action settlement was reached to resolve claims that Aloha Nursing Rehab Centre mishandled private information during a cyberattack in July 2022. The settlement aims to compensate affected individuals and provide measures to protect their identity.

What Happens Next?

The next steps include final approval of the settlement by the Court and the distribution of awards to eligible Settlement Class Members. Ensure you submit your claim by the deadline to receive your compensation.