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$3.185M Pawn America Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Pawn America has agreed to pay $3.185 million to settle a class action lawsuit over a data breach that occurred in September 2021, compromising personal information of customers of Pawn America, Payday America, and PAL Card Minnesota.
The case, In re Pawn America Consumer Data Breach Litigation (Case No. 21-cv-02554), was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota. If you received a notification letter about the breach in October 2021, you may be eligible for at least $30 with no documentation needed, or up to $5,000 for documented losses.
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Who Is Eligible?
You may be eligible to file a claim if you:
- You resided in the United States during the September 2021 breach
- Your information was potentially compromised by Pawn America, Payday America, or PAL Card Minnesota
- You received a notification letter in October 2021
How Much Can You Get?
Classwide payment: $30 per person (no documentation needed).
California residents (Sept-Oct 2021): Additional $50 on top of the classwide payment.
Documented losses: Up to $5,000 with proof (fraudulent charges, identity theft costs, credit monitoring, professional fees).
Maximum potential: $5,080 for California residents with documented losses.
How to File Your Claim
Filing your claim is quick and easy:
- Visit PawnAmericaSettlement.com
- Enter your Claim ID and PIN from your notice letter
- Complete the form with your name, address, and contact info
- Upload documentation if claiming documented losses (receipts, account statements required)
- No proof needed for the $30 and $50 payments
- Submit online or mail by July 6, 2026
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What is the deadline to file a claim for the $3.185M Pawn America Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
The current deadline to file a claim is Jul 06, 2026. Note: claims sent by mail must be postmarked by this date, and Class Action Buddy ships claim forms with a 7-day mailing buffer to ensure on-time delivery.
How much can I receive from the $3.185M Pawn America Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
The maximum payout per eligible claimant is up to $5,000. Actual payments may be lower depending on the total number of valid claims filed and the available settlement fund.
Do I need proof of purchase for the $3.185M Pawn America Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
No — this is a no-proof-required settlement. You can file a claim based solely on your sworn declaration without receipts, photos, or product packaging.
How do I file a claim for the $3.185M Pawn America Data Breach Class Action Settlement?
You have two options: (1) Use the free Class Action Buddy mobile app — set up your profile once and the app auto-fills the PDF claim form, captures your signature, and submits the claim by mail on your behalf. (2) File directly with the settlement administrator using the official claim form linked on this page.
Do I need proof to file a Pawn America data breach claim?
No proof is required for the basic $30 payment. However, if you're claiming documented losses up to $5,000, you'll need to provide supporting documentation of your actual losses.
How much can California residents get from Pawn America settlement?
California residents can receive the $30 base payment plus an additional $50, totaling $80 without proof of losses. They're also eligible for up to $5,000 in documented loss compensation.
When is the deadline to file Pawn America data breach claim?
The deadline to submit your claim is July 6, 2026. Make sure to file before this date to receive your settlement payment.
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