eCore Solutions BIPA Settlement: $4.1M

Individuals who:

• Scanned their finger to use an ePro BioClock in Illinois, and
• Had their finger-scan data hosted on a server owned or leased by ESO Solutions during the settlement period.

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ESO Solutions has agreed to a $4.1 million settlement to resolve allegations of violating Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). The settlement addresses claims that the company improperly collected and stored finger-scan data without informed consent through its eCore Solutions ePro BioClock system.

Plaintiffs in the lawsuit allege that ESO Solutions failed to:

• Obtain proper consent before collecting biometric data,
• Provide clear notice about the collection of this data, and
• Implement adequate safeguards to protect the collected data.

While denying any wrongdoing, ESO Solutions agreed to the settlement to resolve the claims and avoid further litigation.

Compensation

Class members who qualify for the settlement are eligible to receive:

• Initial Payment: Estimated at $401.
• Pro Rata Second Payment: Class members who cash their first check may be eligible for a second pro rata payment if residual funds remain. These payments are estimated to be at least $5 but could vary depending on the remaining funds.

If there are insufficient residual funds for a second payment, the remaining money will be donated to the Electronic Privacy Information Center and Illinois Heart Rescue.

No claim form is required. Class members who meet the eligibility criteria and do not exclude themselves will automatically receive payment. Checks will be sent to the address on file.

For additional information or to confirm your eligibility, visit the official settlement website.