Comcast Settles Data Breach Lawsuit with $117.5M Agreement

Comcast has agreed to a $117.5 million class action settlement over a 2023 data breach affecting customer records. The incident occurred between October 16 and October 19, 2023, and was disclosed publicly in December 2023.

Background of the dispute

Consumers who received breach notices moved quickly to file suit. They argued Comcast failed to safeguard their personal information with reasonable cybersecurity measures. Comcast denies liability but agreed to resolve the claims through a settlement.

Key terms of the settlement

The settlement allows class members to seek reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses. Individual claims can reach up to $10,000 for expenses tied to identity theft, fraud, and related costs.

Claimants may also request compensation for lost time. The program caps lost-time recovery at five hours, paid at $30 per hour. Those who prefer not to file detailed claims can accept a flat alternative payment of $50. Actual payouts may vary based on the total number of valid claims submitted.

Identity protection and restoration services

The agreement includes three years of identity defense and restoration through CyEx Financial Shield Complete. Services cover one-bureau credit monitoring and dark web monitoring.

• Real-time authentication alerts
• High-risk transaction monitoring
• Lost wallet protection
• $1 million identity theft insurance
• Monthly credit score tracking

Legal schedule and claim deadlines

The deadline to opt out or object to the settlement is June 1, 2026. A final approval hearing is set for July 7, 2026.

Class members must submit a valid claim form by August 14, 2026, to receive benefits. Filmogaz.com will monitor the case for future updates.

The resolution, which many describe as a Comcast data breach lawsuit settlement, aims to provide financial relief and protective services to affected customers. The company serves consumers and businesses nationwide and reached this agreement without admitting wrongdoing.