Arizona Labor Force $300,000 Data Breach Settlement, Claim by December 28, 2026

If your personal information was caught up in the January 2023 cyberattack on Arizona Labor Force, Inc. and Labor Systems, Inc., you may be able to claim a cash payment from a $300,000 settlement. The payment is expected to be $25, though it could be higher or lower, and you do not need receipts or any other proof. The catch is the same as in most settlements like this: nobody gets paid unless they file a claim, and the deadline is December 28, 2026.

Arizona Labor Force Data Breach Settlement Key Facts

Detail	Information
Settlement amount	$300,000 Settlement Fund
Claim deadline	December 28, 2026 (online, or postmarked by that date if mailed)
Who qualifies	All United States residents whose personally identifiable information may have been compromised in the January 2023 data incident
Cash payment	Pro rata share of the net fund, expected to be $25; may be larger or smaller depending on total claims
Proof required	No
Settlement status	Proposed; awaiting final approval hearing
Final Approval Hearing	January 12, 2027, 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time
Court and case number	U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, Daniel Bozek, et al. v. Arizona Labor Force, Inc., et al., Case No. 2:24-cv-00210-SHD
Defendants’ position	Deny doing anything wrong; the court has not decided who is right
Administrator	Simpluris
Official claim site	azlaborforcesettlement.com
Last updated	October 8, 2026

What Happened in the Arizona Labor Force Data Breach

According to the settlement website, a targeted cyberattack on Arizona Labor Force’s computer systems in January 2023 gave an unauthorized party access to certain files containing private information. Those files may have included names, addresses, financial history and Social Security numbers. The lawsuit alleges that this happened, and the companies deny any wrongdoing.

The settlement resolves Bozek v. Arizona Labor Force in federal court in Arizona. The named class representatives are Daniel Bozek and Brandon Gaines. Settlement notices began going out on August 24, 2026.

Who Qualifies for the Arizona Labor Force Settlement

The court defined the class as all United States residents whose personally identifiable information may have been compromised in the data incident. Excluded are the defendants’ directors, officers and agents and their subsidiaries and affiliates, governmental entities, and the assigned judge, the judge’s immediate family and court staff.

The home page adds that class members are individuals identified in Arizona Labor Force’s records, and that many people got an earlier notice directly from the company. To claim online you need the LoginID and PIN printed on the settlement Notice. If you cannot find them, email [email protected] with your full name and mailing address and the administrator will send them. Unsure whether you are in the class? Call (833) 421-7257 any time.

How Much Can You Get From the Arizona Labor Force Settlement?

There is one benefit: a pro rata cash payment. Everyone with a valid claim shares the money left after the fund pays court-approved attorneys’ fees and costs, service awards and administration costs. The settlement site says to expect $25. Because the total depends on how many people file, the actual check could land above or below that.

The site lists the deductions, so here is the math. Class Counsel will ask for 33.33% of the fund in attorneys’ fees, which works out to about $99,990, plus up to $25,000 in litigation costs. The two class representatives are each asking for a $1,500 service award, or $3,000 total. That leaves roughly $172,010 before administration costs, which the site does not itemize. All of these amounts are subject to court approval and come out of the $300,000, not on top of it.

Related article: University of Phoenix $8.75 Million Pixel Privacy Settlement, Who Qualifies for the $25 Payment, How to Claim and the November 5, 2026 Deadline

How to File an Arizona Labor Force Settlement Claim

1. Find your Notice and locate your LoginID and PIN.
2. Go to azlaborforcesettlement.com/form/claim and log in.
3. Submit the claim online by December 28, 2026.
4. Prefer paper? Download the claim form from the settlement site, sign it, and mail it, postmarked by December 28, 2026, to Arizona Labor Force Data Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958. You can also email the administrator to ask for a paper copy.

If you are comparing settlement formats, Olinsky & Associates Data Breach Settlement, Check If You Qualify — Leon-Roman v. Olinsky & Associates, PLLC, No. 5:25-cv-000462-ECC-CBF pays without a claim form, which is a useful contrast with this one.

Should You Opt Out or Object Before December 13, 2026?

Opting out means no payment, but you keep the right to sue Arizona Labor Force yourself over the issues in the case. Your request must include the case name and number, your full name, mailing address, phone number and email (if any), your personal signature, and the words “Request for Exclusion” or a clear statement that you do not want to take part. You can submit it on the settlement website or mail it to Arizona Labor Force Data Incident Settlement, ATTN: Exclusion Request, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958, postmarked by December 13, 2026. You can only exclude yourself.

Objecting means staying in the class and telling the court why you do not like the deal. Unlike a lot of settlements, objections here go to the administrator, not the court clerk: mail yours to Arizona Labor Force Data Incident Settlement, ATTN: Objections, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958, postmarked by December 13, 2026. It has to cover each of eight items, including your contact details, every reason you object with any supporting documents, your lawyer’s details if you have one, a list of objections you or your lawyer have filed in other cases over the past five years, any witnesses or documents you plan to bring, whether you want to speak at the hearing, and your own signature. A lawyer’s signature does not replace yours. If you object, you can still file a claim.

Doing nothing means you get nothing and give up the right to sue or join another lawsuit against the defendants over the claims this settlement resolves. To see what those choices mean in practice, read How to Join a Class Action Lawsuit, Step-by-Step Guide to Filing, Eligibility & Payments.

Arizona Labor Force Settlement Key Dates, 2026 and 2027

Milestone	Date
Notification mailing	August 24, 2026
Opt-out deadline	December 13, 2026
Objection deadline	December 13, 2026
Claim deadline	December 28, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	January 12, 2027, 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time, Courtroom 502, U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona, 401 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Payment date	UNVERIFIED; payments follow final approval and the resolution of any appeals

The hearing date and time can change without notice, so check the settlement site’s home page.

Who Are the Lawyers in the Arizona Labor Force Settlement?

The court appointed Joshua B. Swigart of Swigart Law Group, APC, Ben Travis of Ben Travis Law APC, and Brant E. Hodyno of Compassionate Counsel as Class Counsel. You are not charged for their work. If you want your own lawyer, you can hire one at your own expense.

Arizona Labor Force Data Breach Settlement FAQ

Do I need proof to get the $25?

 No. The settlement site says you do not have to provide any proof or explanation to claim the pro rata cash payment.

Is the payment guaranteed to be $25?

 No. The $25 is an expectation. If many people claim, each share shrinks; if few claim, it grows.

What happens if I do nothing?

 You receive no payment, and you give up your right to sue the defendants over the issues this settlement covers, unless you opt out.

Do I have to go to the January 12 hearing?

 No. Class Counsel will answer the judge’s questions. An objection is considered as long as it was filed on time, even if you do not attend.

I lost my LoginID and PIN. What now? 

Email the administrator at [email protected] with your full name and mailing address, or call (833) 421-7257.

When will payments go out?

 Only after the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. No date has been published.

Is this a legitimate settlement?

 The notice was authorized by the federal court in Arizona, and the claim process is run by Simpluris. Do not contact the court or the clerk with questions; contact the administrator.

Sources

1. Official settlement website, home page, Daniel Bozek, et al. v. Arizona Labor Force, Inc., et al.: https://azlaborforcesettlement.com/
2. Official settlement website, FAQ: https://azlaborforcesettlement.com/faq/
3. Official settlement website, Important Dates: https://azlaborforcesettlement.com/dates/
4. Official settlement website, claim form login: https://azlaborforcesettlement.com/form/claim

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For advice about your specific situation, consult a qualified attorney.

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement website (home page, FAQ, dates page and claim form login), as of October 8, 2026. Last Updated: October 8, 2026.