Andrews McMeel Universal Data Breach Settlement: $350K

Individuals who:

• Were identified by Andrews McMeel Universal as being impacted by the November 2022 data breach.
• Received a notification about the incident.

Documentation required for reimbursement claims includes:

• Receipts
• Bills
• Bank statements

Andrews McMeel Universal (AMU) has agreed to a $350,000 settlement to resolve claims that it failed to protect sensitive personal information during a data breach in November 2022. Plaintiffs allege the company could have prevented the breach by implementing reasonable cybersecurity measures.

AMU, a media and entertainment company, denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to the settlement to resolve these allegations.

Eligible class members can choose from the following benefits:

1. Reimbursement for Documented Losses:

   • Ordinary Expenses: Up to $450 for costs such as:
     • Bank fees
     • Credit monitoring fees
     • Communication charges
     • Travel expenses
     • Lost time (up to four hours at $25/hour).
   • Extraordinary Losses: Up to $4,500 for documented damages related to identity theft or fraud.

2. Free Credit Monitoring:

   • Three years of single-bureau credit monitoring services, including:
     • $1 million in identity theft insurance.

3. Enhanced Data Security Measures:

   • As part of the settlement, AMU has implemented stronger cybersecurity protocols to protect class members’ information.

Submit a valid claim form by Dec. 19, 2024, with required documentation for reimbursement claims or opt for credit monitoring services.