If you received a notice that your personal information may have been exposed in the June 2024 Belle Tire data breach, you could be eligible for compensation from a class action settlement.
Depending on your situation, eligible class members may claim up to $1,000 for documented losses or choose an alternative cash payment from a separate settlement fund. To receive benefits, you must submit a claim by July 27, 2026.
What happened?
The lawsuit alleged that a cyberattack on Belle Tire Distributors Inc. resulted in unauthorized access to files containing sensitive personal information.
According to the allegations, exposed information may have included:
- Names
- Addresses
- Dates of birth
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
The plaintiffs claimed Belle Tire failed to adequately protect this information.
Who is eligible?
You may be included in the settlement if your private information was exposed to unauthorized third parties as a result of the Belle Tire data security incident discovered on or before June 11, 2024.
Individuals who received a settlement notice were identified through available records as potentially affected by the incident.
How much money can you get?
Eligible class members can choose one of the following benefits:
Option 1: Documented Losses
You may claim reimbursement equal to 150% of documented out-of-pocket losses, up to $1,000.
Eligible losses may include:
- Identity theft or fraud-related losses
- Credit monitoring costs
- Credit report fees
- Credit freeze or unfreeze fees
- Costs to replace identification documents
- Postage expenses related to contacting financial institutions
Losses must:
- Have occurred between June 11, 2024, and July 27, 2026
- Not already have been reimbursed by another source
- Be supported by documentation showing the expenses were related to the data incident
Option 2: Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment
If you do not submit a documented losses claim, you may instead submit a claim for an equal share of the $75,000
Alternative Pro Rata Settlement Fund.
No supporting documentation is required for this option. The amount each claimant receives will depend on the number of valid claims submitted.
Your options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim for Documented Losses | Claim reimbursement of documented expenses at 150% of losses, up to $1,000. | July 27, 2026 |
| Submit a Claim for Alternative Cash Payment | Receive an equal share of the $75,000 Alternative Pro Rata Settlement Fund. | July 27, 2026 |
| Exclude Yourself | Remove yourself from the settlement and retain your right to pursue your own legal claims. | July 27, 2026 |
| Attend the Final Approval Hearing | Observe or participate in the court hearing regarding the settlement. | September 2, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | Receive no settlement benefits. | N/A |
How to file a claim?
To receive settlement benefits, you must submit a valid claim by July 27, 2026.
You can:
- File online
- Submit a claim by email
- Mail a completed claim form
Information You’ll Need
To file online, you’ll need:
- Your Unique ID
- Your PIN
These can be found on the settlement notice you received.
Documentation Requirements
For documented loss claims, supporting documentation may include:
- Receipts
- Invoices
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Other records showing unreimbursed expenses related to the data breach
Payment Options
Approved claimants may receive payment through:
- PayPal
- Venmo
- Zelle
- Paper check
(Mailed claims are paid by paper check.)
If the court grants final approval, payments are expected to be distributed approximately 75 days after final approval.
