People affected by the 2024 New River Electrical Corporation data breach may qualify for compensation from a $425,000 class action settlement.
Eligible individuals can claim:
Up to $3,000 for documented losses
An estimated $50 cash payment
Two years of credit monitoring services
If you received a notice about the breach, here’s what you need to know — and how to file before the deadline.
Why This Lawsuit Was Filed?
The lawsuit alleges that unauthorized parties accessed files containing sensitive personal information during an April-May 2024 cyberattack involving New River Electrical Corp.
According to the complaint, the company allegedly failed to adequately protect the private information of current and former employees affected by the incident.
New River Electrical Corp. denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle the lawsuit to avoid the expense and uncertainty of continued litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may qualify if:
You reside in the United States
Your private information was potentially compromised in the New River Electrical Corp. data breach discovered in May 2024
You received a notice from New River Electrical Corp. about the incident
The settlement states that the data breach impacted approximately 9,875 current and former employees.
Who Is Excluded?
Excluded individuals include:
New River Electrical Corp. and related entities
Company officers and directors
Government entities
Attorneys involved in the case
Judges assigned to the litigation
Individuals who opt out of the settlement
Anyone found responsible for the data breach
What Can Class Members Receive?
Eligible class members may claim one or more settlement benefits depending on their situation.
Expense Reimbursement
Class members can claim up to:
$3,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses
Eligible expenses may include:
Credit report costs
Credit freeze fees
Card replacement fees
Bank fees
Late fees
Payday loan interest and fees
Postage and mileage expenses
Credit monitoring or identity theft protection purchased after April 30, 2024
Losses must:
Be directly related to the data breach
Occur between April 30, 2024, and July 20, 2026
Not already be reimbursed by another source
Supporting documentation is required.
Alternative Cash Payment
Class members who do not submit expense claims may instead elect to receive:
An estimated $50 cash payment
No documentation is required for this option.
The final amount may be reduced depending on the number of valid claims submitted.
Credit Monitoring
All settlement class members may also receive:
Two years of one-bureau credit monitoring services
Your Options at a Glance
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| File a Claim | Receive settlement benefits | July 20, 2026 |
| Opt Out | Exclude yourself from the settlement | June 19, 2026 |
| Object | Tell the court why you disagree with the settlement | Before final approval |
| Do Nothing | Receive no settlement benefits | N/A |
How to File a Claim?
Eligible class members can submit a claim online or by mail.
Information You’ll Need
To file online, you’ll need the:
Login ID
PIN
These can be found on the settlement notice you received.
If you cannot locate your information, the settlement administrator says you may request it by emailing:
Be prepared to provide:
Your full name
Mailing address
Filing by Mail
You may also print and complete a paper claim form and mail it to:
NREC Data Settlement Administrator
c/o Settlement Administrator
P.O. Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799
Payment Options
Approved claimants may choose payment by:
PayPal
Venmo
Zelle
Virtual prepaid card
Paper check
Credit monitoring enrollment information will also be provided to approved claimants.
When Will Payments Be Sent?
According to the settlement website, payments and credit monitoring codes are expected to be issued approximately:
30 days after claim processing is complete, or
75 days after final court approval
whichever occurs later.
