Defense of Data Breach Class Actions: Key Trends, Rulings, and Settlements

Obtain a high-level breakdown of the data breach class action landscape through analysis of key trends, rulings, and litigation strategies.

Data breach class actions have emerged as one of the fastest growing areas in the complex litigation space, forcing companies to navigate evolving cybersecurity risks, negative publicity, and costly litigation as a result. Data breach litigation was particularly notable in 2023, with a record-breaking number of filings and several high-profile cases resulting in substantial settlements. The sheer volume of individuals affected by data breaches has grown significantly, leading to larger classes and subsequently higher settlement demands. Furthermore, the nature of the data being compromised is becoming more sensitive – including financial and health information – which increases the potential damages awarded in these cases.

Join experienced class action defense litigators Gerald L. Maatman, Jr. and Jennifer A. Riley for a high-level breakdown of the data breach class action landscape through analysis of key trends, rulings, and litigation strategies.

Learning Objectives

Understand the rapid evolution of data breach claims

Assess key litigation trends over the past 24 months

Analyze significant rulings in data breach class actions

Identify major settlements in the data breach class action space

Learn best practices to mitigate risk of data breach claims

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Speakers

Gerald L. Maatman, Jr.
Gerald L. Maatman, Jr.Partner, Duane Morris LLP
A widely recognized workplace class action defense litigator, Jerry is a Partner at Duane Morris LLP, where he chairs the firm's Class Action Defense Group. He is a graduate of Washington & Lee University and the Northwestern University School of Law, where he has served as an adjunct professor for 34 years. The author of eight books on the law, Jerry is a sought-after legal commentator by major news organizations. He works out of the Duane Morris offices in Chicago and New York.
Jennifer A. Riley
Jennifer A. RileyPartner, Duane Morris LLP
A partner in the Duane Morris Chicago office, Jennifer is vice-chair of the firm's Class Action Defense Group. She regularly defends companies facing class actions, collective actions, pattern or practice lawsuits, and other types of representative proceedings, ranging in size from dozens to tens of thousands of claims. Jennifer also helps employers navigate thorny issues, including investigations, compliance, and terminations. She earned her J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and her B.A. from Vanderbilt University, magna cum laude.