Bumble & Badoo IL BIPA Settlement: $40M
CLAIM FILING PERIOD CLOSED
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What Happened?
Dating apps Bumble and Badoo allegedly violated Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”), in connection with user photographs uploaded to the apps. The Defendants deny they violated any law and has decided to settle the matter with a $40 million settlement.
Who’s Eligible
If you used Bumble or Badoo in Illinois between November 1, 2016, and December 31, 2021, you might be eligible for a payout.
What Do I Need to File with Class Action Connection?
We’ve made this as simple as possible for you by creating a 1-step claim filing agreement so you can file & forget. Click the button at the top or the bottom of the page to get started!
In the agreement, you’ll need to provide CAC your basic personal contact info, your app info (usernames, emails, phone numbers, etc.) After filling out that information in our secure e-signature service, CAC will manage the rest of the claim filing process for you!
What Now?
File your claim with us today! The deadline to file is September 20th, 2024!
Please Note: Whether it’s with CAC or on your own – submitting a claim form is the only way to receive payment. Please contact info@classactconnect.com for assistance in filing your Claim or if you have further questions.
Interested in Learning More?
Schedule a quick call to see if your company could qualify for a recovery payment from the $40 million settlement!
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Disclaimer: You can file yourself without using a claims recovery service like Class Action Connection by visiting www.howellbipasettlement.com or calling 1-877-763-0944. Claim forms are being delivered and are available online today. Class members need not sign up for a third-party service in order to participate in any monetary relief. No-cost assistance is available from the Class Administrator and Class Counsel during the claims-filing period. Class Action Connection can help file claims for you and address any questions and/or concerns along the way. Review this summary of this class action settlement and steps to take if you would like us to file for you.
What is the background on this lawsuit? Why is there a Settlement?
The lawsuit alleges that the apps violated Illinois’ Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”), in connection with user photographs uploaded to the apps. Bumble and Badoo deny all of the allegations made in the lawsuit and do not make any admission of guilt or wrongdoing by entering into the Settlement.
The Court has not ruled in favor of either Plaintiffs or the Defendant. Instead, both sides have agreed to a settlement. By agreeing to the Settlement, the parties avoid the costs and uncertainty of a trial, and if the Settlement is approved by the Court, Settlement Class Members who submit timely and valid claim forms will receive a Settlement Payment, as described in this Notice. Defendant denies all legal claims in this case. Plaintiffs and their lawyers think the proposed Settlement is best for everyone who is affected.
Who is eligible for this settlement?
The Settlement Class includes all individuals who used the Bumble or Badoo apps while a resident of or located in the State of Illinois between November 1, 2016, and December 31, 2021.
Excluded from the Settlement Class are: (i) Defendants; (ii) Defendants’ parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, investors, and employees; (iii) any entity in which Defendants have a controlling interest; (iv) any individual who, in any other matter or proceeding, has agreed to release claims otherwise covered by the Settlement before September 20, 2024; (v) and any judge presiding over the pending lawsuit, the judge’s staff, and members of the judge’s immediate family.
How can I participate?
We’re ready to file your claim today. Click on any of the buttons on this page to get started reclaiming what’s yours! Note that we safeguard your personal information and only use it to verify eligibility and to process payments once the settlement is paid out.
The deadline for submitting this Claim Form is September 20, 2024 at 11:59:59 P.M. PT.
How much money will I receive?
Settlement Class Members who timely file with an Approved Claim will receive a settlement payment equal to a pro rata share of the $40 million Settlement Fund that pays for:
All Settlement Payments
All Settlement Administration Expenses
All Taxes and Tax Expenses
Any Service Awards to the Class Representatives, and
Any Fee Award to Class Counsel.
We’re here to help and are ready to assist you in filing your claim form today!
How do I pay CAC for their services?
There is no risk when you file through Class Action Connection – we do not charge any upfront fees for our services. When the Claims Administrator distributes settlement funds, we simply deduct a recovery fee of 20% from the settlement payment. This allows us to continue filing for more claimants in additional cases and continue spreading the good word. We appreciate your support!
Do I need to file my claim with Class Action Connection?
No, you can always file a claim on your own. If you are a Settlement Class Member, you must complete and submit a valid Claim Form in order to receive a payment. You may request a Claim Form by calling the Settlement Administrator toll free at 1-877-763-0944, visiting www.howellbipasettlement.com or emailing info@HowellBIPASettlement.com. To be valid, a Claim Form must be completed fully and accurately signed under penalty of perjury and timely submitted
You may submit a Claim Form by U.S. mail or file a Claim Form on the Settlement Website. If you send in a Claim Form by U.S. mail, it must be postmarked no later than September 20, 2024. If you file a Claim Form on the Settlement Website, then you must do so by September 20, 2024.
