Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Individuals who received written notification that their Personal Information was potentially compromised in the February 2025 security incident affecting names, driver's license/state ID numbers, and Social Security numbers.
Individuals who received written notification that their Personal Information was potentially compromised in the February 2025 security incident affecting names, driver's license/state ID numbers, and Social Security numbers. Payout: Up to $5,000.00 for documented out-of-pocket expenses, or alternative cash payment, plus three years of Credit Monitoring. Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: April 27, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 19, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
Individuals who received written notification that their Personal Information was potentially compromised in the February 2025 security incident affecting names, driver's license/state ID numbers, and Social Security numbers.
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 Yes.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How hard is this claim to file?
What the form asks
- — The class member ID printed on the postcard and/or email you received from Phil Smith Management Inc. (On the notification postcard mailed to you by Phil Smith Automotive Group, or in the notification email)
- — The login and password provided on your notification postcard and/or email (On the notification postcard or email from Phil Smith Automotive Group)
- — Choose one: documented out-of-pocket expenses, alternative cash payment, or credit monitoring (Decision is yours — review your eligible expenses before selecting)
- — Attach receipts, bills, or other records showing each loss and its connection to the breach (Your personal financial records, bank statements, phone bills, credit monitoring invoices, or gas receipts)
- — Select electronic transfer or paper check (Option presented during online filing)
Documents you'll need
Watch out for
- The claim deadline has passed — the filing deadline was April 27, 2026, so new claims cannot be submitted at this time
- You must have received a written notification from Phil Smith Automotive Group to be eligible; you cannot self-certify eligibility without that notification
- Out-of-pocket expense claims require documentation; selecting that option without attaching receipts or bills will likely result in denial of that portion
- Eligible out-of-pocket expenses are limited to specific categories — only unreimbursed bank fees, phone charges, data charges, postage, gasoline for local travel, and fees for credit reports or identity theft insurance purchased within the defined period qualify
- The alternative cash payment is pro rata and will be determined by the number of valid claims filed and remaining funds after deducting credit monitoring costs — the exact amount is not fixed
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Locate the postcard or email notification you received from Phil Smith Management Inc. — it contains your class member ID, login, and password needed to file
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2Decide which benefit to claim: documented out-of-pocket expenses (requires receipts/records), an alternative cash payment (no documentation needed), or three years of credit monitoring
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3Submit your claim online at https://www.claimsettlementportal.com/surveys/PSMGMT/home.aspx using the login and password from your postcard or email
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4Alternatively, download the PDF claim form, print and complete it, then mail it postmarked by the claim deadline to: Phil Smith Management Settlement, c/o RG/2 Claims Administration LLC, P.O. Box 59479, Philadelphia, PA 19102-9479
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5If you no longer have your postcard or cannot locate your login credentials, call 866-742-4955 or email info@rg2claims.com to request that the settlement administrator provide your information
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6If claiming out-of-pocket expenses, attach documentation such as receipts, bills, or other records showing the loss and connecting it to the breach
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval You are here
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
The claim window has closed; the settlement is at or awaiting final court approval. Payments typically follow approval and any appeal period.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 19, 2026
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Claim deadline
April 27, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Claim Forms must be submitted online by April 27, 2026, if mailed, postmarked no later than April 27, 2026.
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Eligibility summary
Individuals who received written notification that their Personal Information was potentially compromised in the February 2025 security incident affecting names, driver's license/state ID numbers, and Social Security numbers.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Proof requirement
Yes
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Payment status
Final approval pending
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Fairness Hearing is rescheduled to April 28, 2026 at 11:00 am.
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Estimated payout
Up to $5,000.00 for documented out-of-pocket expenses, or alternative cash payment, plus three years of Credit Monitoring.
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
All Settlement Class Members can receive the following benefits from the Settlement: (1) up to $5000.00 for documented out-of-pocket expenses or (2) alternative cash payment, and (3) three years of Credit Monitoring.
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Court
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Division
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Division.
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Objection deadline
March 27, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Objection Filing: March 27, 2026 (postmark deadline).
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Opt-out deadline
March 27, 2026
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Exclusion Request: March 27, 2026 (postmark deadline).
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Court case number
6:25-CV-61610-MD
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
William Gillis v. Phil Smith Management, Inc. d/b/a Phil Smith Automotive Group
Verified Jun 19, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It proceeds under case 6:25-CV-61610-MD in United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, Fort Lauderdale Division. File only through the official settlement website (philsmithdatasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 19, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Individuals who received written notification that their Personal Information was potentially compromised in the February 2025 security incident affecting names, driver's license/state ID numbers, and Social Security numbers.
How much can I get from the Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action settlement?
Up to $5,000.00 for documented out-of-pocket expenses, or alternative cash payment, plus three years of Credit Monitoring. 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 April 27, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Yes. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Final approval pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Phil Smith Automotive Data Breach Class Action Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
You'll need the Claim ID from your notice
The official claim form asks for the Claim ID (or Notice ID) the settlement mailed or emailed to the people it identified. Didn't get one? Here's how to get it:
- Check your email (including spam) and any mail from around when the settlement was announced — the Claim ID is usually printed right on the notice.
- Still can't find it? Contact the settlement administrator, tell them you believe you're a class member (for example, a customer or patient in the covered period), and ask them to look you up and send your Claim ID.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you 30, 14, 7, and 1 day before Apr 27, 2026, and keep your claim details in one place.
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.