🔒 McAlister v. Schuster Company Data Incident Settlement
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Defendant: Schuster Company | Category: Data Breach & Privacy | Added: 2026-09-12
Alleged Issue
A January 2024 data incident at Schuster Company allegedly exposed the personal information of affected individuals, and a class action claimed the company failed to adequately safeguard that data.
Eligibility
Individuals who received notice that their personal information was affected by the January 2024 Schuster Company data incident.
Estimated Payout
$50 cash payment (no proof required) or up to $2,500 for documented out-of-pocket losses, plus credit monitoring
Claim Deadline
2026-09-14
Background
McAlister v. Schuster Company (United States District Court) resolves claims arising from a January 2024 data incident at Schuster Company that allegedly compromised class members' personal information. Under the settlement, class members may submit a claim for a $50 cash payment without documentation or seek reimbursement of up to $2,500 for documented out-of-pocket losses, plus credit monitoring. Claim forms must be submitted online or postmarked by September 14, 2026. The official settlement website (schusterdataincident.com) is operated by the settlement administrator.