Arthur J. Gallagher Data Breach Settlement: $21M
Was Your Information Impacted in the 2020 Ransomware Attack?
Were you notified by Arthur J. Gallagher or Gallagher Bassett Services about the 2020 data breach? If so, you may qualify for settlement benefits.
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Click Here to Submit a ClaimWho's eligible?
The settlement class includes the approximately 3,492,654 individuals identified as impacted by the ransomware attack between June 3, 2020, and Sept. 26, 2020, and who were notified via mailed letters from Arthur J. Gallagher or Gallagher Bassett Services.
Proof of Purchase
No proof is required for a pro rata cash payment or financial account monitoring. Documentation is required for reimbursement of monetary losses or California statutory payments.
Settlement At a Glance
Settlement Amount
Up to $6,100
Claim Form Deadline
02/10/2025
Exclusion Deadline (Opt-Out)
01/13/2025
Final Approval Hearing
02/27/2025
Additional Information
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. and Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. (AJG and GB) have agreed to a $21 million settlement to resolve claims stemming from a 2020 ransomware attack that allegedly exposed sensitive personal and health information.
The data breach impacted nearly 3.5 million individuals, compromising data such as:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Government IDs (e.g., driver's licenses and passports)
- Financial and credit card information
- Medical records, including treatments, diagnoses, and health insurance details
The lawsuit claims AJG and GB failed to adequately safeguard personal identifying information (PII) and personal health information (PHI), violating various consumer protection and data security laws. Plaintiffs allege the defendants' negligence led to unauthorized access of sensitive data during the ransomware attack.
While AJG and GB deny any wrongdoing or liability, they agreed to the settlement to avoid further litigation costs.
Settlement Benefits
1. Monetary Compensation:
Class members may claim up to:
- $6,000 for unreimbursed monetary losses, such as fraud-related expenses, professional fees, and credit monitoring costs.
- California Statutory Payment: Up to $100 for California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
2. Choice of Additional Benefits:
Class members may choose between:
- Three years of Financial Account Monitoring, including identity theft protection and monitoring services.
- Pro Rata Cash Payment, distributing the remaining settlement fund equally among claimants.
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Stay Informed
Class Action Settlement Website:
https://ajgdatasettlement.com/Claims Administrator:
PO Box 5324
New York, NY 10150-5324
(833) 739-0738
Legal Representation
Case Name:
Class Counsel:
CLAYEO C. ARNOLD, APC
Gary M. Klinger
MILBERG COLEMAN BRYSON PHILLIPS GROSSMAN PLLC
John A. Yanchunis
MORGAN & MORGAN
Defense Counsel:
KING & SPALDING LLP
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