CLEAR Privacy Settlement: Claim Filing Deadline Extended

Update: the claim filing deadline has been extended to December 27, 2024

If you lived in California at any time between December 3, 2016, and October 31, 2024, you may be eligible to claim between $19 and $48 from a class action settlement.

Thomson Reuters has agreed to pay $27,500,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly making personal information available for sale without consent through its CLEAR product.

Who can file a claim?

You qualify as a class member if:

• You resided in California for any period between December 3, 2016, and October 31, 2024
• You were 18 years or older during that time

How much can class members get?

The compensation for class members is estimated to be between $19 and $48. The exact amount depends on the number of valid claims submitted. The settlement fund is divided among all claimants, and the final payment amount will be calculated once all claims are processed.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

No proof is required. To claim an award, you must attest that you lived in California between December 3, 2016, and October 31, 2024.

This attestation is made under penalty of perjury, meaning you must provide truthful information.

How to claim an award

To claim your award, you need to submit a claim form. You can file a claim online or download the PDF claim form to mail it.

The claim form requires you to provide your contact information and select a payment method.

Mailing Address: CLEAR Privacy Settlement , c/o Settlement Administrator, 1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103

If you choose to mail your claim, ensure it is received by December 27, 2024.

Claim instructions

Follow these steps to submit your claim:

1. Visit the settlement website and access the claim form.
2. Fill out your personal information, including your name, address, and contact details.
3. Select your preferred payment method.
4. Sign the attestation confirming your residency in California during the specified period.
5. Submit the form online or mail it to the provided address.

Payment methods

• Venmo
• Zelle
• Virtual Prepaid Card
• Physical Check

$27.5 Million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $27,500,000 will cover various costs and payments:

• $6,875,000 for attorneys' fees
• Up to $700,000 for litigation expenses
• Approximately $485,000 for settlement administration costs
• Remaining funds will be distributed to class members who submit valid claims

Important dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: December 27, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing: February 13, 2025

When is the Brooks v. Thomson Reuters Corp. payout date?

The next step is the final approval hearing on February 13, 2025. If the court approves the settlement, payments will be processed and distributed to eligible class members.

Why was there a class action settlement?

This lawsuit was initiated because Thomson Reuters allegedly violated privacy rights by selling personal information through its CLEAR product without consent. The parties agreed to settle to avoid further litigation costs and risks.