AT&T data breach settlement opens claims for millions of customers, including Pennsylvania residents, with a proposed payout of 177 million
A preliminary settlement has been reached in a class-action lawsuit over AT&T data breaches, opening the door for millions of customers to claim compensation. The settlement, managed by Kroll Settlement Administration, amounts to up to 177 million and covers two separate breach incidents that exposed customers’ private information to cybercriminals.
What is the settlement about
– The settlement covers two data breaches that AT&T disclosed in 2024, with claims processed in two separate classes. Individuals affected by either breach can file for a claim, and those harmed by both breaches can pursue claims in both classes.
– The first breach reportedly affected 7.6 million current account holders and 65.4 million former account holders. The second breach affected information from about 110 million people and led to the arrests of hackers.
– AT&T has said it did not admit fault or liability as part of the settlement.
Who is eligible and how much can be paid
– First breach: if you can prove documented financial loss from the breach, you may be eligible for up to 5,000. If you can’t prove loss with documentation, eligibility still exists for cash tier payments based on whether your Social Security number was involved.
– Second breach: if you can prove documented loss, you may be eligible for up to 2,500. If you cannot prove loss, there are pro rata cash tier payments distributed among eligible claimants.
– Those affected by both breaches can file claims in both classes. It is not yet clear whether someone with losses in both breaches could receive the full 7,500, as the settlement website does not specify this scenario.
How to file a claim
– Claims can be submitted online through the Kroll Settlement Administration website or by mail using the address listed on the site.
– The deadline to submit a claim is Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
– If you’d like to exclude yourself from the settlement (to keep the right to sue separately), you must submit a written opt-out request by October 17, 2025.
Payment timeline and details
– The settlement provides two funds: 149 million for claims related to the March 2024 breach and 28 million for the July 2024 breach.
– A final approval hearing is scheduled for December 3, 2025, in the District of Montana. If approved, payments could then be issued to eligible claimants.
– The total payout amount is 177 million, but the timing of individual payments will depend on the final approval and the number of valid claims.
Notes for Pennsylvania residents
– Pennsylvania residents are among the millions of affected customers who may be eligible to file a claim. If you’ve received a claim notice, it is part of the official settlement administration process.
– If you’re unsure about a notice you received, you can verify its legitimacy through the settlement administrator’s contact options below.
Is the Kroll Settlement email legitimate?
– Yes. Notices about the settlement come from Kroll Settlement Administration, and legitimate inquiries can be directed to 833-890-4930. If you have questions, contact the number on the notice you received.
What you should know
– AT&T has stated it did not admit wrongdoing and has not been found liable by a court.
– The notices and deadlines are concrete, so eligible customers should review the information carefully, gather any documentation of losses, and consider whether to submit a claim before the deadlines.
What this means for affected customers
– The settlement represents a potential path to compensation for those whose personal information was exposed in the breaches.
– For those able to document losses, the first breach offers the possibility of higher payments, up to 5,000, while the second breach offers up to 2,500 for documented losses, with additional tiered payments for non-documented cases.
– Those who can prove losses in both breaches may pursue claims in both classes, potentially increasing their overall payout, subject to final settlement terms.
How to proceed
– If you believe you are eligible, visit the Kroll Settlement Administration website to file your claim online or mail your claim form to the provided address.
– Mark your calendar for the November 18, 2025 claim deadline and the October 17, 2025 opt-out deadline if you wish to preserve the right to sue separately.
Summary
– A preliminary $177 million AT&T data breach settlement covers two separate incidents with extensive consumer exposure.
– Eligible claim amounts depend on proof of loss and which breach you were affected by, with separate funds allocated for each incident.
– Pennsylvania residents, along with others nationwide, should review notices from Kroll, gather supporting documents, and file claims by the deadline to seek compensation.
Optional hopeful note
– While the settlement does not imply admission of fault, it does offer a structured avenue for affected customers to recover some of the costs associated with these breaches, and demonstrates ongoing attention to consumer data protections and accountability in the telecom sector.