Respondus Inc. agreed to a $6.25 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit claiming it violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) by collecting biometric identifiers from people taking exams.
BIPA prohibits the collection, storage and use of a person’s biometric data, such as fingerprints, faceprints or irises, for any purpose without first providing notice and getting consent in writing.
The lawsuit alleged Respondus violated BIPA in Illinois through the use of its exam software Respondus Monitor by using biometric data to identify individuals without complying with the law’s requirements.
Respondus denies the allegations and denies it violated BIPA, denying it ever collected or possessed any biometric data that could be subject to BIPA.
Respondus Online Exam BIPA Class Action Lawsuit
- Who’s Eligible:
- Anyone who took an exam using Respondus Monitor while physically present in Illinois at any time between Nov. 11, 2015, and June 2, 2023.
- Estimated Amount: $50 (estimated)
- Proof of Purchase:
- Name, personal attestation that you used Respondus Monitor while physically present in the state of Illinois and attending an educational institution other than a public Illinois institution and the name of the college or university that you were enrolled in.
- Claim Form Deadline: 08/30/2023
- Case Name & Number:
- Veiga, et al. v. Respondus Inc., Case No. 2023LA000430, in the U.S. Circuit Court for the 18th Judicial Circuit for the State of Illinois, County of DuPage.
- How to file a claim:
- Head over to the Claim Form.
- Read over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
- Complete the claim form with your info.
- Submit your claim form to receive your potential award!
(Click here to file a claim)
Bottom Line
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