The lawsuit underscores the lifelong vigilance required from those impacted by the breach, stating that they must remain wary of potential financial and identity risks. Ruiz-Jacobs and his proposed class members are already incurring costs and spending time trying to mitigate the damage from the breach.
Allegations of Negligence and Reckless Behavior
The lawsuit accuses Bojangles of several serious claims, including negligence, breach of implied contract, breach of fiduciary duty, and unjust enrichment. Ruiz-Jacobs argues that the company’s failure to protect personal data goes beyond mere negligence, describing it as “grossly negligent” and “reckless.”
As part of the lawsuit, Ruiz-Jacobs is demanding damages, including both pre- and post-judgment interest. He is also seeking injunctive relief, which would require Bojangles to implement stronger data security measures, including better training for its security staff, purging unnecessary data, and overhauling its data storage practices to prevent future breaches.
Bojangles Faces Growing Scrutiny Over Security Practices
While representatives for Bojangles and its legal team have yet to comment on the lawsuit, the company now faces mounting pressure to address its cybersecurity shortcomings. The outcome of this case could have far-reaching implications not only for Bojangles but also for businesses across the fast-food and retail sectors, which are increasingly under fire for their handling of personal data.
