A $3.25 million settlement has been reached in a class action lawsuit involving Progressive Leasing LLC. Consumers who received a notice that their personal information may have been exposed in the September 11, 2023 data breach could be eligible for cash and credit monitoring.
This post breaks down everything you need to know and how to claim your benefits before deadlines pass.
Why is there a lawsuit?
The lawsuit claims that a third-party gained unauthorized access to Progressive Leasing systems, potentially exposing sensitive personal information of customers.
Alleged impacts include:
Identity information
Financial information
Other private data
Plaintiffs asserted negligent data security practices and violations of California law. Progressive Leasing denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid litigation costs and uncertainty.
Who qualifies?
You may qualify if:
You are a living individual residing in the United States
You received a notice from Progressive Leasing on or about October 23, 2023 indicating your personal information may have been involved in the September 11, 2023 data breach
How much can people get?
Class members have several options:
| Benefit Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Documented Loss Payment | Claim up to $5,000 for unreimbursed monetary losses related to the data incident (identity theft, fraud, falsified tax returns, credit monitoring costs, etc.). |
| California Statutory Payment | California residents on Sept. 11, 2023 may claim a pro rata cash payment of up to $100. |
| Residual Cash Payment | For those not claiming losses or statutory payment, a pro rata residual cash payment of up to $400 is available. |
| Credit Monitoring | All class members may elect two years of three-bureau credit monitoring, including alerts, dark web monitoring, $1M reimbursement insurance, identity restoration, and additional support services. |
What Are Your Options?
| Option | What Happens | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim Form | Receive cash and/or credit monitoring | January 22, 2026 |
| Opt Out | Keep the right to file your own lawsuit but receive no benefits | February 3, 2026 |
| Object to the Settlement | Tell the Court why you disagree; remain bound if approved | January 7, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | Receive no benefits and remain bound by the settlement | N/A |
How to File a Claim
Online: Complete the official claim form on the settlement website.
Mail: Download, print, and mail the PDF claim form to:
Progressive Leasing Breach Litigation
c/o CPT Group Inc.
PO Box 19504 Irvine, CA 92623
Required information:
CPIT ID and passcode from your settlement notice
Documentation for documented loss claims (receipts, invoices, bank/credit statements)
Proof of California residency for statutory payment claims (utility bill, tax document, or pay stub from September 2023)
Payment options: Electronic payment or paper check.
Act now to claim your Progressive Leasing settlement benefits and protect your credit.
