A settlement has been reached in Brittany Canup, et al. v. Gas Express, LLC d/b/a Circle K, a class action concerning the May 2024 data incident affecting Gas Express, LLC d/b/a Circle K. The lawsuit alleges that private information in certain files was accessed during a targeted cyberattack on Circle K’s computer systems. Gas Express denies wrongdoing, and the court has not decided who is right.
The settlement covers living individuals in the United States who were sent notice by Gas Express that their private information was impacted in the data incident. This settlement matters because it provides affected consumers with free credit monitoring and cash payment options, depending on the type of claim submitted.
Covered benefits include:
- Two years of CyEx Financial Shield Complete credit monitoring
- A Cash Payment A option for documented out-of-pocket losses, up to $2,000
- A Cash Payment B option for a one-time $50 payment with no proof required
Who qualifies
You may be a Settlement Class Member if you are a living individual residing in the United States who received notice from Gas Express that your private information was impacted in the May 2024 data incident.
How payouts work
Payments depend on the claim type selected:
- Cash Payment A: reimburses documented losses tied to the data incident, subject to a cap and settlement limits
- Cash Payment B: a flat $50 cash payment with no proof or explanation required
- Credit Monitoring: all class members may enroll in two years of credit monitoring
The settlement uses a claims-based distribution process. Valid claims will be reviewed and paid according to the option selected and the applicable settlement limits.
FAQ
What is the Gas Express / Circle K settlement about?
It concerns a May 2024 data incident involving Gas Express, LLC d/b/a Circle K, where files containing private information may have been accessed.
Who can file a claim?
Living individuals in the United States who were sent notice that their private information was impacted in the incident.
Do I need a Unique ID and PIN to file online?
Yes. Online claimants must log in with a Unique ID and PIN.
What if I do not have my Unique ID and PIN?
You can request it from the Settlement Administrator by emailing [email protected] and providing your full name and mailing address.
Can I file by mail instead of online?
Yes. You can download the Claim Form and mail it to the Settlement Administrator.
Is proof required?
Not for the $50 alternate cash payment. Proof is required for documented-loss claims under Cash Payment A.