$7,500 for Qualifiers Before July 11 ― Check Criteria for New Data Breach Class Action

In the digital age, data breaches have become a pressing issue, with millions of consumers at risk of having their personal information compromised. Class action lawsuits have emerged as a powerful tool for affected individuals to seek justice and compensation, especially when going up against major corporations. A recent example involves WellNow Urgent Care, which has agreed to a $1.1 million settlement following a 2023 data breach that exposed sensitive patient data.

What the WellNow Data Breach Case Means for Consumers

Class action lawsuits serve as a collective response to corporate negligence, particularly when sensitive data is involved. In the WellNow Urgent Care breach, patients’ personal information — including, for some, their Social Security numbers — was compromised. While WellNow did not admit fault, the company has agreed to settle claims from affected individuals.

This case highlights a growing trend: consumers taking legal action when their digital privacy is violated. With cybercrime costs rising over 690 times since 2001, the stakes are higher than ever.

Breakdown of the Settlement: Who Gets What?

The WellNow settlement separates plaintiffs into two categories based on the type of data breached:

Class Member Type	Number of People	Data Compromised	Maximum Compensation
Non-SSN Breach	541,870	Personal data only (excluding SSNs)	Up to $7,500 + 2 hours lost time at $25/hr
SSN Breach	55,131	Personal data including SSNs	Up to $7,500 + 3 hours lost time at $25/hr or pro rata share

Those whose Social Security numbers were compromised are eligible for slightly higher compensation and have the option to receive a share of the overall settlement fund instead of submitting receipts for expenses.

How to Qualify for a Payout

To be eligible for compensation, affected individuals must submit a valid claim form by July 11, 2025. The claim must include:

• Proof that your data was impacted in the April 2023 breach.
• Documentation of any out-of-pocket expenses related to the breach.
• A request for compensation based on lost time, if applicable.

There are also options to exclude yourself or object to the settlement terms by the same July 11 deadline. The final court approval hearing is scheduled for August 15, 2025.

Why Data Breach Lawsuits Matter

These types of lawsuits do more than offer financial restitution — they serve a broader purpose of holding corporations accountable and pushing them to implement stronger data protection measures. They also send a clear message: digital privacy isn’t optional; it’s a fundamental consumer right.

As data breaches become more frequent, staying informed about your legal rights — and acting on them — is more important than ever. Participating in class action settlements is one way to seek compensation and push for better security standards across industries.

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