Claims are closed. The deadline was October 23, 2024. The official settlement website does not currently announce a payment distribution date.
StatusClosed—Update PendingThe filing window closed; no distribution date is posted.
Claim DeadlineOctober 23, 2024The filing window has passed.
Settlement Fund$300,000 claims capSee the settlement documents for allocation terms.
Potential BenefitUp to $4,500Benefit amounts depended on the selected claim type.
What Happened?
The lawsuit alleged that unauthorized access to Joy Cone systems in February 2023 potentially exposed current and former employees’ names, Social Security numbers, and other personal information. Joy Cone denied wrongdoing, and the parties settled without a trial.
Who Was Covered?
The settlement covered people Joy Cone identified as affected by the February 2023 data incident.
What Benefits Were Available?
Class members could seek up to $500 for ordinary losses, including limited lost time, and up to $4,500 for extraordinary losses. Two years of credit monitoring or an alternative $50 cash payment 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 23, 2024
• Final approval: No current update posted on the official website
• 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 Currie v. Joy Cone Co., Case No. 2:23-cv-00764-CCW, in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania.