Herff Jones data breach triggers lawsuits from graduation-gear customers

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One thought on “Herff Jones data breach triggers lawsuits from graduation-gear customers

  1. So the parents are teaching their kids to sue before earning an honest living? I hope the judge throws out these cases and the parents eat the legal fees. You are talking less than a $1000 each and it caused distress? Cancel your cards, the processor takes care of the charges and you go back to enjoying your accomplishment. No one asks to be hacked. Reasonable security can still be breached, trust me, I know first hand.

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