Status: Open for Claims | Deadline: August 14, 2025
Award Range: $150 – $7,500
Overview:
Toshiba America Business Solutions, Inc. (TABS) has agreed to a $435,000 class action settlement following a data breach discovered on December 4, 2023, that exposed sensitive personal information—primarily names and Social Security numbers of current and former employees.
Impacted individuals who received a notification from TABS may qualify for up to $7,500 in compensation, with an additional $150 cash benefit for California residents.
Who Qualifies for Compensation?
You may be eligible if:
- You are a current or former employee of TABS.
- You received a mailed notice confirming your personal data was compromised in the December 2023 data breach.
- Your name and Social Security number were accessed.
- (For California residents) You received the breach notification at a California address.
Settlement Benefits
Class members may claim one or more of the following:
- Out-of-Pocket Expense Reimbursement – Up to $7,500
For documented, unreimbursed monetary losses directly related to the breach between Dec. 4, 2023, and Aug. 14, 2025. Must show reasonable efforts to prevent or recover the loss. - California Resident Payment – $150
A flat cash payment available to qualifying California residents who were mailed breach notices at California addresses. - Pro Rata Cash Payment
Any leftover funds after covering all valid claims will be split proportionally among class members who submit approved claims.
How to File a Claim
Submit your claim:
- Online using your Class Member ID and PIN from the mailed notice.
- By Mail using the printed PDF claim form.
Mailing Address:
TABS Data Breach Litigation
c/o RG/2 Claims Administration LLC
P.O. Box 59479
Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479
Claim Deadline: August 14, 2025
Exclusion Deadline: July 15, 2025
Final Approval Hearing: August 28, 2025
Required Documentation
To receive reimbursement for expenses:
- Provide supporting documentation that losses were more likely than not caused by the breach.
- Examples: receipts, invoices, identity theft service bills, or proof of fraud-related charges.
Affidavits alone are not enough but may be included to clarify supporting documents.
Payout Options
- Electronic payment (online claims only)
- Paper check (online or mail)
Settlement Fund Allocation
Total Settlement: $435,000, which will cover:
- Attorney fees: Up to $145,000
- Plaintiff service award: $5,000
- Administrative costs: TBD
- Payments to class members: Remaining funds after above expenses
When Will Payments Be Made?
Payments will be issued either:
- 90 days after final court approval, or
- Within 30 days of your claim being approved—whichever is later.
Why Was There a Settlement?
A class action lawsuit alleged TABS failed to properly protect employee data, allowing hackers to access sensitive information. TABS denies any wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainties of further litigation. As part of the settlement, TABS will also implement additional data security measures.
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Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
