Claims are closed. The deadline was October 31, 2024. The court granted final approval on December 10, 2024, but the official settlement website does not announce a payment date.
Claims are closed. The deadline was October 31, 2024. The court granted final approval on December 10, 2024, but the official settlement website does not announce a payment date.
StatusPayments PendingFinal approval was granted; no distribution date is posted.
Claim DeadlineOctober 31, 2024The filing window has passed.
Settlement FundNot publicly statedSee the settlement documents for allocation terms.
Potential BenefitUp to $4,000Benefit amounts depended on the selected claim type.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged that an unauthorized actor accessed Fontainebleau Florida Hotel systems between August 30 and September 2, 2022 and accessed files containing names, Social Security numbers, and financial-account information. Fontainebleau denied the allegations and wrongdoing. The parties settled without a decision on the merits.
Who Was Covered?
The settlement covered people in the United States affected by the incident, including those sent a notice by Fontainebleau.
What Benefits Were Available?
Class members could seek documented ordinary losses, compensation for lost time, and up to $4,000 for documented extraordinary losses. Credit-monitoring services were also available.
How Claims Were Filed
During the filing period, eligible class members could submit a claim online or use the paper form provided by the administrator. Documentation requirements depended on the benefit requested. The filing window is now closed.
• Claim deadline: October 31, 2024
• Final approval: December 10, 2024
• Payment status: Not announced
Settlement Fund and Legal Fees
Court-approved notice, administration, legal-fee, and expense amounts are governed by the settlement documents and court orders. Those deductions can affect the amount available for eligible claims.
Case Information
The case is McDowell v. Fontainebleau Florida Hotel, LLC, Case No. 1:23-cv-22042-DPG, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.