U-Haul $5,085,000 Data Breach Settlement (California Residents)

If you were affected by a U-Haul International Inc. data incident, you may be eligible to claim approximately $100 from a class action settlement.

U-Haul International Inc. has agreed to pay $5,085,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged negligence, breach of implied contract, and violations of various consumer protection laws.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for a claim, you must have resided in California and had your personal information compromised in one of two data incidents involving U-Haul International Inc. The first incident occurred between November 5, 2021, and April 5, 2022, and the second on December 5, 2023. If you received a notification letter from U-Haul regarding either data incident, you are likely eligible to make a claim.

The settlement class includes individuals whose private information, such as names and driver’s license numbers, was accessed or potentially accessed during the data incidents.

What Awards Can Class Members Claim?

Each eligible class member who submits a valid claim form will receive a pro rata monetary payment from the $5,085,000 settlement fund. The estimated payment is approximately $100, but this amount may increase or decrease depending on the number of valid claims submitted.

The settlement fund will be distributed after deducting attorneys’ fees, litigation expenses, class representative service awards, and settlement administration expenses. The pro rata payment is based on the assumption that 10% of the approximately 259,300 class members will submit valid claims. If only 5% of the class members submit valid claims, the payment could exceed $200 per valid claim.

• Pro Rata Monetary Payment: Estimated $100, subject to adjustment based on the number of claims

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

No, claimants do not need to proactively provide proof to claim an award. They can claim an award by attesting that they are class members.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you can submit a claim form online or by mail. The online claim form can be accessed at www.uhauldatasettlement.com. If you prefer to submit your claim by mail, send the completed claim form to:

Anderson, et al. v. U-Haul International Inc.

c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC

PO Box 5324

New York, NY 10150-5324

Ensure that your claim form is postmarked by October 15, 2024.

Submitting a Claim

Follow these steps to submit your claim:

1. Complete all sections of the claim form.
2. Sign the claim form.
3. Submit the completed claim form online or mail it to the settlement administrator by the deadline.

How do I Get Paid?

Claimants can choose to receive their payment via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or check. Ensure you provide the email address or phone number associated with your chosen payment method on the claim form.

Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement amount is $5,085,000. This amount will be distributed as follows:

• Attorneys’ fees: Up to $1,525,500
• Litigation expenses: Not to exceed $70,000
• Class representative service awards: $2,000 each
• Settlement administration expenses: Deducted from the settlement fund
• Remaining funds: Distributed to eligible class members as pro rata payments

Important Dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: October 15, 2024
• Fairness Hearing: October 23, 2024

When will Awards be Paid?

Awards will be paid after the court approves the settlement and any appeals are resolved. This process can take time, so please be patient.

What Happens Next?

If you are an eligible class member, submit your claim form by the deadline to receive your pro rata payment. The court will hold a fairness hearing to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed after any appeals are resolved.