Drivers who use ParkMobile, a widely used parking app in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, have just one more day to file a claim for compensation following a major data breach settlement.
The company has agreed to a $32.8 million settlement after being accused of failing to protect user data in a 2021 security incident. Although ParkMobile has denied any wrongdoing, it chose to settle the case rather than face a prolonged court battle.
Who Is Eligible for Compensation?
Millions of users could qualify for a payout. Those affected have until Wednesday, March 5, 2025, to submit a claim and receive either:
- Up to $25 in cash
- $1 in ParkMobile app credit
Payments are expected to be distributed in 2026, provided that the court gives final approval on March 13, 2025.
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Anyone who received a notification from ParkMobile about the data breach is considered a Settlement Class Member and can file a claim. However, those who opted out before February 3, 2025, as well as judges, their staff, and immediate family members, are not eligible.
To request a cash payment, users must submit a claim form either online at the ParkMobileSettlement website or by mail at:
ParkMobile Data Security Incident
Attn: Claim Forms
1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210
Philadelphia, PA 19103
How Will the Settlement Be Distributed?
While the total settlement is $32.8 million, only $9 million will be allocated for cash payments to claimants. The remaining funds will be distributed as follows:
- $300,000 for administrative costs
- $21 million in in-app credits for users who choose not to take cash
- $2.5 million to enhance ParkMobile’s security systems
ParkMobile, which has around 59 million users, allows drivers to pay for parking digitally rather than using traditional parking meters.
Other Consumer Protection Settlements
In a separate case, four Indiana car dealerships have been ordered to pay $370,000 in settlements after being caught engaging in deceptive practices such as hidden fees and odometer fraud.
As part of Attorney General Todd Rokita’s initiative to protect consumers, the dealerships will compensate affected buyers who were misled during their vehicle purchases.
“Buying a car is one of the most significant purchases a person makes,” Rokita said. “We are committed to holding dishonest dealers accountable and ensuring that Hoosiers have access to accurate information when making financial decisions.”
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