If you received a notice about the August 2024 data breach involving Northwest Retirement Plan Consultants (NWRPC), you may be eligible for compensation from a $1.2 million class action settlement.
The incident potentially exposed sensitive personal data for about 68,500 individuals, including information such as names, dates of birth and Social Security numbers.
Depending on your situation, you may be able to claim up to $3,000 for documented losses, receive three years of credit monitoring, or choose an alternative $50 cash payment. Here’s a quick breakdown of what the settlement offers and how to claim.
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
The class action lawsuit alleges that NWRPC LLC failed to adequately protect sensitive personal information, which led to a targeted cyberattack on its computer systems in August 2024.
According to the lawsuit, unauthorized individuals may have accessed files containing private data.
NWRPC denies the allegations, but agreed to establish a $1.2 million settlement fund to resolve the claims and avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation.
Who Qualifies?
You may be included in the settlement class if:
You are a living individual identified on the class list
Your private information was potentially impacted in the August 2024 NWRPC data incident
The class list was created based on NWRPC’s internal data review following the breach.
Certain individuals are excluded from the settlement, including NWRPC directors, officers and employees, the judge assigned to the case and court staff, as well as anyone who properly opts out.
How Much Can You Get?
Eligible class members may choose from three types of benefits.
Cash Payment A – Documented Losses
You may claim up to $3,000 for out-of-pocket losses related to the data breach.
Qualifying losses must have occurred between Aug. 31, 2024 and April 24, 2026 and may include:
Identity theft or fraud losses
Fees for credit reports or credit monitoring
Costs to freeze or unfreeze credit
Costs to replace identification documents
Postage used to contact financial institutions
Claims for documented losses require supporting documentation, such as receipts or financial statements.
Cash Payment B – Alternate Cash
If you do not submit a documented losses claim, you may instead claim a one-time $50 cash payment.
Credit Data Monitoring
All class members may also choose three years of credit data monitoring with one credit bureau, which includes access to a fraud resolution agent if suspicious activity occurs.
All cash payments are subject to possible pro rata reduction depending on the number of claims filed.
Your Options
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | Receive up to $3,000 for documented losses, a $50 alternate payment, and/or credit monitoring. | April 24, 2026 |
| Exclude Yourself | Opt out of the settlement and keep the right to pursue your own legal claims. | April 24, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | You will not receive settlement benefits. | — |
| Final Approval Hearing | The court decides whether to approve the settlement. | June 12, 2026 |
How to File a Claim?
To receive settlement benefits, you must submit a claim form by April 24, 2026.
You can file a claim:
Online: Through the settlement website using the Unique ID and PIN provided in your settlement notice.
By Mail: Print and complete the claim form and send it to:
NWRPC Data Incident Settlement
c/o Settlement Administrator
PO Box 25226
Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958
Information Needed to File
To submit a claim online, you must provide the Unique ID and PIN from your settlement notice.
If claiming documented losses, you must also provide supporting evidence such as:
Receipts
Bank or credit card statements
Documentation showing unreimbursed charges or expenses
If the settlement receives final court approval, payments and credit monitoring information will be issued about 95 days after final approval.
