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Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Court case: Gomian Konneh v. Urban One, Inc.
If you're a current or former Urban One employee whose personal information was exposed in the March 2025 cyberattack, there's a settlement you can claim benefits from. You do need to file a claim — nothing happens automatically. The deadline to submit is August 31, 2026.
Current and former employees whose personal information was compromised in the March 2025 targeted cyberattack on Urban One's computer systems. Payout: Up to $10,000 for documented losses/lost time; up to $500 pro rata cash payment alternative; or three years of CyEx Financial Shield Total credit monitoring and fraud insurance. Proof of purchase is required to file. Claim deadline: August 31, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on August 21, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
Current and former Urban One employees whose personal information was accessed during the targeted cyberattack on Urban One's computer systems in March 2025.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Current and former employees whose personal information was compromised in the March 2025 targeted cyberattack on Urban One's computer systems.
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
What you'll need to file
From our inspection of the official claim form:
- Filing method Online or mail-in
- Notice ID Optional — there is a no-notice path
- Documentation For Documented Losses: provide documented proof (e.g., bank statements or receipts); self-prepared notes alone are not sufficient; proof should show expenses were because of the Data Incident. For Lost Time: first 4 hou…
How hard is this claim to file?
Documents you'll need
Watch out for
- Claim deadline is August 31, 2026 — missing it means no payment.
- If you want to opt out or object, those deadlines are earlier: July 31, 2026.
- The settlement still needs court approval at the September 25, 2026 hearing — payments don't go out until then.
- This settlement is for current and former Urban One employees only — general consumers are not covered.
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 does not currently have an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.
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1Check the official settlement site for the current status — this record has no open public claim form right now.
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2If you already filed, watch the payment status on this record and on the official source; payments begin only after the court or program process concludes.
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3Never pay anyone to release a settlement payment — administrators do not charge fees.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval
- Payments sent You are here
- Distribution complete
Payments have started going out. Timing varies by claim — use the official source for your individual payment status.
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How we verified this record
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- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Payment status the official settlement website · Aug 21, 2026
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Payment status
Payment pending
Verified Aug 21, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
Up to $10,000 for documented losses/lost time; up to $500 pro rata cash payment alternative; or three years of CyEx Financial Shield Total credit monitoring and fraud insurance.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The only way to receive benefits or payments from this Settlement is by submitting a valid and timely Claim Form.
Common questions
Is the Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Simpluris under case 8:25-cv-01460-PX in United States District Court, District of Maryland. File only through the official settlement website (urbanonedataincident.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on August 21, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Current and former employees whose personal information was compromised in the March 2025 targeted cyberattack on Urban One's computer systems.
How much can I get from the Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action settlement?
Up to $10,000 for documented losses/lost time; up to $500 pro rata cash payment alternative; or three years of CyEx Financial Shield Total credit monitoring and fraud insurance. 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 August 31, 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: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action 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 Urban One $675K Data Breach Class Action Settlement claim form?
This record does not currently have an open public claim form. Check the official settlement site for current instructions. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
What happened to my data?
Urban One's computer systems were hit by a targeted cyberattack in March 2025. Files containing employees' private personal information were accessed during that attack.
Do I have to do anything to get paid?
Yes. The settlement website is clear: the only way to receive any benefit is to submit a valid, timely claim form. There's no automatic payment.
Which payout option should I pick?
If you have documented losses from the breach — bank fees, credit monitoring you paid for, time spent dealing with fraud — the reimbursement path can pay up to $10,000 with proof. If you don't have documented losses, the cash option (up to $500) or three years of free credit monitoring are both solid choices.
What's the deadline, and can I opt out instead?
You must file your claim by August 31, 2026. If you'd rather not be part of the settlement and preserve your right to sue independently, you can opt out by July 31, 2026. You can also file an objection with the court by July 31, 2026.
How do I get in touch with the settlement administrator?
Email info@UrbanOneDataIncident.com or call (833) 360-6906. You can also submit your claim directly at urbanonedataincident.com/form/claim.
Where to act
There is no open public claim form for this record right now. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Listed on the official settlement website (Simpluris).
Status history
Every status and verification change we have recorded for this settlement, newest first. We log the date we made each change; we never publish the underlying evidence link.
- Claim deadline passed.
- Payment status updated from an official source.
- Settlement published after verification.
- Verified field details updated from an official source.
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. Claims are filed by class members themselves, on the official form. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.