Allstate faces a privacy lawsuit accusing it of illegally tracking drivers via their cellphones without consent. A US District Judge ruled that drivers can proceed with claims that Allstate’s data analytics unit, Arity, violated the Federal Wiretap Act by monitoring travel locations, speed, and phone usage, and potentially monetizing this data. Drivers also allege violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act due to inaccurate reporting of driving behavior, even when a passenger. The lawsuit consolidates 15 private cases and also allows drivers to pursue claims under the laws of 20 states. Allstate maintains that consumers explicitly opt-in to data sharing through Arity-powered apps, receiving notice and potentially personalized insurance rates.