HanesBrands Data Breach Settlement: $475K

Individuals whose personal information was compromised in the May 24, 2022, ransomware attack on HanesBrands, Inc.

Documentation required for reimbursement claims includes:

• Receipts
• Bank statements
• Financial records
• Other evidence of out-of-pocket expenses related to the data breach

HanesBrands, a global clothing company, has agreed to pay $475,000 to resolve claims that it failed to protect employees’ sensitive personal information during a May 2022 ransomware attack.

Plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit allege that the breach exposed personal data such as names, addresses, Social Security numbers, financial account information, and dates of birth. The lawsuit argues that HanesBrands failed to implement sufficient cybersecurity measures to protect this information from unauthorized access.

HanesBrands denies wrongdoing but has agreed to the settlement to resolve the claims.

Compensation Details

Eligible class members can choose from the following benefits:

1. Reimbursement for Documented Losses:

   • Compensation for documented, out-of-pocket expenses incurred as a result of the data breach.
   • Claims for documented losses are subject to an aggregate cap of $100,000.

2. Additional Benefit Options:

   • Two Years of Credit and Identity Monitoring Services:
     • Protection against future identity theft and fraud.
   • Hanes.com Credit:
     • A one-time credit of up to $50 for purchases on Hanes.com, including free shipping.
   • Cash Payment:
     • A direct payment of $35.

Submit a valid claim form with required documentation by Jan. 3, 2025, to receive settlement benefits.