DPP II, LLC $1.4 Million Settlement: Are You Eligible?

If you were impacted by the DPP II, LLC (Home Care Providers of Texas) data breach, you may be entitled to compensation from a class action settlement. The official settlement website provides comprehensive information about the settlement, including eligibility criteria and potential compensation amounts.

Who Benefits?: Individuals in the United States whose personal information was potentially compromised during the data breach incident.

How much can I get?: Eligible claimants can receive up to $5,000 for out-of-pocket expenses, compensation for time spent addressing the breach up to $125, and a potential cash payment of approximately $50, subject to pro rata adjustments.

Important Dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: Claims must be submitted or postmarked on or before February 27, 2024.
• Fairness Hearing: The Court will hold a hearing on April 29, 2024, to decide whether to approve the settlement.

Who Is Eligible for the Settlement?

You are a Class Member and may be eligible for the settlement if you reside in the United States and your private information, such as your full legal name and Social Security number, was potentially compromised due to the data breach incident at DPP II, LLC between June 15, 2022, and June 29, 2022.

• Tier 1: Individuals who can provide documented proof of direct impact.
• Tier 2: Individuals who were indirectly affected but are still at risk.

Class Members who have requested exclusion or are part of the excluded groups, such as the presiding judge's family and DPP's subsidiaries and employees, are not eligible for the settlement benefits.

What Compensation Can Class Members Receive?

Class Members who file a valid claim can receive various types of compensation based on the nature of their claim and the documentation they provide.

• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: Reimbursement for actual, documented, and unreimbursed losses or expenses up to $5,000.
• Lost Time: Compensation of up to $125 for time spent dealing with the data breach.
• Pro Rata Cash Payment: An estimated $50 cash payment from the Settlement Fund, subject to adjustments.

Details of the Data Breach

The data breach incident involved unauthorized access to DPP II, LLC's files containing sensitive personal information. The company has denied any wrongdoing but has agreed to settle the claims on a class-wide basis.

• Steps taken to address the breach
• Measures implemented to prevent future incidents

Is Proof Required to Claim the Award?

Yes, claimants are required to provide proof of their expenses or the time spent dealing with the data breach to be eligible for reimbursement or compensation.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, complete and submit the claim form available on the official settlement website. Follow the detailed instructions provided and include the necessary documentation to support your claim.

Understanding the Settlement Amount

The total settlement amount is $1,400,000, which will be allocated to cover various claims, attorneys' fees, and administrative costs. Individual awards may be adjusted based on the number of claims submitted.

Why Is There a Class Action Settlement?

The settlement aims to resolve the claims against DPP II, LLC related to the data breach. It provides compensation to affected individuals without the need for a trial, and it also requires the company to take steps to enhance data security.

The next steps include the Court's final approval of the settlement and the resolution of any appeals, after which the compensation will be distributed to eligible Class Members.