$10M Forbes Media Website Tracking Class Action Settlement
Case Overview
Forbes Media LLC, a media company that provides news and financial content, reached a $10 million class action settlement. The lawsuit alleged that Forbes violated California privacy laws by tracking users on its websites without obtaining the necessary consent from those users.
The plaintiffs claimed that Forbes utilized third-party trackers on its sites to gather personal information, such as IP addresses and other unique identifiers. These actions were alleged to violate both the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the California Unfair Competition Law.
Under the terms of the settlement, class members are eligible to receive a cash payment proportional to the number of claims filed. To participate, individuals must submit a valid claim form by November 9, 2026, as the final approval hearing is set for December 2, 2026.
Who May Qualify
California residents who accessed websites owned or controlled by Forbes between December 20, 2023, and June 11, 2026, and whose IP addresses and/or unique identifiers were shared with third parties due to trackers on Forbes’ websites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for this settlement?
The settlement benefits California residents who accessed websites owned or controlled by Forbes between December 20, 2023, and June 11, 2026, and whose IP addresses and/or unique identifiers were shared with third parties because of trackers on Forbes’ websites.
What is the deadline to file a claim?
Class members must submit a valid claim form by November 9, 2026, to be considered for a settlement payment.
What laws were allegedly violated?
The lawsuit alleged that Forbes violated the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the California Unfair Competition Law by tracking users without consent.
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