SAG-AFTRA Members Settle Lawsuit Against Union Health Plan Over Data Breach - DataBreaches.Net
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In September 2024, SAG-AFTRA experienced a phishing incident that may have compromised the names and Social Security numbers of 35,592 health plan members. A lawsuit was filed, alleging that SAG Health failed to protect member data, lacked basic security measures, and did not notify members promptly about the breach. The proposed class action claimed negligence, invasion of privacy, and sought at least $5 million in damages. As of December 2024, a settlement was reached in principle regarding the dispute, with terms not disclosed.
The proposed class action accused the SAG Health of failing to adequately safeguard member data and employ basic security measures. Claims included negligence and invasion of privacy.
A phishing incident in September 2024 may have resulted in unauthorized access to members' names and Social Security numbers, impacting over 35,000 health plan members.
The lawsuit sought at least $5 million for damages related to the failure of SAG Health to protect sensitive member information and notify members in a timely manner.
Lawyers notified the court that they have reached a settlement in principle regarding the class action lawsuit stemming from the September 2024 phishing incident.
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