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People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy Settlement
Court case: Cochrane v. People Data Labs, Inc., Case No. 3:25-cv-09533-RFL
If your Colorado cell number showed up in People Data Labs' people-search database without your permission, this settlement is for you. Filing a claim puts you in line for a cash payment from the settlement fund.
The Court has defined the Class this way: “All individuals in People Data Labs’ database with an (1) inferred mobile number as determined by the information available in Defendant’s records, (2) a Colorado area code, (3) an inferred Colorado location (current or historical), (4) whose data was sourced on or after September 2022, and (5) whose information was disclosed at least once from September 2022 to March 3, 2026.” Excluded from the Class are: (1) the Judge in this case, and the Judge’s family and staff; (2) PDL and its officers, directors, and related companies; and (3) anyone who validly excludes themselves from the Settlement. Payout: PDL will establish a Settlement Fund of $6,362,167.00. After deduction of costs of notice and settlement administration, any award of attorneys’ fees, litigation costs, and any Service Award for the Class Representative, the remaining Settlement Fund money will be divided equally between everyone who files a valid and timely claim. The specific payment you receive will depend on how many other Class Members file valid and timely claims. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: September 29, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on August 23, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You're likely covered if People Data Labs' records list a mobile number with a Colorado area code tied to you, show a current or past Colorado location, sourced your data on or after September 2022, and disclosed your information at least once between September 2022 and March 3, 2026. The judge and their family and staff, PDL insiders, and anyone who opts out are excluded. If you got a notice, that's a strong sign you're on the list.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
The Court has defined the Class this way: “All individuals in People Data Labs’ database with an (1) inferred mobile number as determined by the information available in Defendant’s records, (2) a Colorado area code, (3) an inferred Colorado location (current or historical), (4) whose data was sourced on or after September 2022, and (5) whose information was disclosed at least once from September 2022 to March 3, 2026.” Excluded from the Class are: (1) the Judge in this case, and the Judge’s family and staff; (2) PDL and its officers, directors, and related companies; and (3) anyone who validly excludes themselves from the Settlement.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
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How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Simpluris via the official claim form before September 29, 2026.
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1Check whether your data falls in the covered period the notice describes.
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2Submit the claim on the settlement site before the deadline.
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When will I get paid?
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- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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Common questions
Is the People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy settlement legitimate?
Yes — the People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Simpluris. File only through the official settlement website (pdlsettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on August 23, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
The Court has defined the Class this way: “All individuals in People Data Labs’ database with an (1) inferred mobile number as determined by the information available in Defendant’s records, (2) a Colorado area code, (3) an inferred Colorado location (current or historical), (4) whose data was sourced on or after September 2022, and (5) whose information was disclosed at least once from September 2022 to March 3, 2026.” Excluded from the Class are: (1) the Judge in this case, and the Judge’s family and staff; (2) PDL and its officers, directors, and related companies; and (3) anyone who validly excludes themselves from the Settlement.
How much can I get from the People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy settlement?
PDL will establish a Settlement Fund of $6,362,167.00. After deduction of costs of notice and settlement administration, any award of attorneys’ fees, litigation costs, and any Service Award for the Class Representative, the remaining Settlement Fund money will be divided equally between everyone who files a valid and timely claim. The specific payment you receive will depend on how many other Class Members file valid and timely claims. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is September 29, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Payment pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official People Data Labs $6,362,167 Colorado Privacy Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Simpluris. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Where to act
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Status history
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Disclaimer
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