Case Foods Data Breach Class Action Settlement, $45 Cash or Up to $2,000 for Affected Individuals

People whose personal information may have been exposed in an October 2024 cyberattack involving Case Foods, Inc. may qualify for benefits from a proposed class action settlement.

Eligible people can choose between a $45 cash payment with no receipts required or reimbursement of up to $2,000 for qualifying documented expenses caused by the incident. Anyone who submits a valid claim can also elect two years of credit monitoring through one credit bureau.

The settlement resolves allegations that Case Foods did not adequately protect personal information stored on its systems during a targeted cyberattack. The information potentially involved included names, Social Security numbers, financial account information and driver’s license numbers.

The lawsuit is Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480, in the North Carolina Superior Court for Iredell County.

Eligible individuals must submit a claim by January 17, 2027. The deadline to opt out or object is December 18, 2026. You must submit a claim to receive either cash option. Doing nothing could mean giving up legal rights without getting any settlement benefit.

The court has not yet granted final approval. No payments will be sent until it does and any appeals are resolved.

Case Foods Data Breach Settlement: Quick Facts

Settlement detail	Information
Lawsuit	Butler v. Case Foods, Inc.
Case number	25CVS003530-480
Court	North Carolina Superior Court, Iredell County
Defendant	Case Foods, Inc.
Class representative	Perry Butler
Class counsel	Milberg PLLC
Data incident	October 2024 targeted cyberattack
Information potentially exposed	Names, Social Security numbers, financial account information, driver’s license numbers
Alternative cash payment	$45, no documentation required
Documented-loss reimbursement	Up to $2,000
Credit monitoring	Two years, one bureau
Claim form required?	Yes
Settlement administrator	Simpluris
Opt-out and objection deadline	December 18, 2026
Final approval hearing	January 11, 2027, 10:00 a.m. ET
Claim deadline	January 17, 2027
Status	Proposed settlement awaiting final approval
Official website	CFISettlement.com

What Happened in the Case Foods Data Breach?

According to the official settlement website, a targeted cyberattack on Case Foods’ computer systems in October 2024 allowed unauthorized access to certain files containing private information. Those files may have included names, Social Security numbers, financial account information and driver’s license numbers.

That kind of information can be used for identity theft and financial fraud. Someone with a person’s Social Security number and account information, for example, may try to open new accounts or impersonate them. The settlement notice does not say every affected person had all four types of information exposed, so what was involved can vary from person to person.

When Did Case Foods Notify Affected People?

A Case Foods notification letter dated June 20, 2025 is on file with the Massachusetts Attorney General. It says the company was notifying potentially affected individuals and organizations, had added security measures and had reported the incident to federal law enforcement. It also offered 24 months of complimentary credit monitoring through Cyberscout, a TransUnion company, and told recipients to enroll within 90 days.

That was the earlier response. The class action settlement is separate and offers another chance to elect two years of one-bureau monitoring. The settlement website lists October 19, 2026 as the mailing date for settlement notices. Do not confuse that date with the cyberattack itself, which happened in October 2024.

Why Did Case Foods Face a Class Action Lawsuit?

Butler v. Case Foods, Inc. was brought for people whose private information was potentially compromised in the October 2024 incident. The central question is whether Case Foods adequately protected personal information entrusted to its systems.

Even without direct fraud, a breach can cost people time and money. They may need to monitor accounts, pull credit reports, replace cards or freeze their credit. The settlement reimburses certain qualifying costs of that kind.

Did Case Foods Admit Wrongdoing?

No. The settlement FAQ says the court did not decide who was right. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid the cost and risk of continued litigation. The settlement should not be described as a court finding that Case Foods was negligent or violated a specific data-security requirement.

Who Is Eligible for the Case Foods Data Breach Settlement?

The official class definition covers all individuals who were notified that their private information was potentially compromised in the October 2024 Case Foods data breach.

Eligibility is based on receiving that notification, not on being a current employee, and the definition does not expressly limit membership to North Carolina residents.

The settlement excludes:

• Case Foods and its parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers and directors.
• People who properly opt out.
• Federal, state and local governments and their agencies.
• Attorneys for the parties.
• Judges assigned to the case and their immediate family members.
• Anyone judicially found guilty of, or who pleaded no contest to, initiating, causing, aiding or abetting the breach.

What If You Never Received a Settlement Notice?

Not getting a letter does not necessarily mean you are not included. If you believe Case Foods notified you about the October 2024 incident but you no longer have the letter, contact the administrator, Simpluris, which can help determine whether you are in the class. Its help is free.

• Telephone: (866) 675-2749
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: CFISettlement.com

How Much Money Can You Receive From the Case Foods Settlement?

There are two alternative cash options. They are not payments you can combine.

Option 1: $45 Cash Payment With No Proof

Eligible class members can claim a $45 Alternative Cash Payment without receipts, statements or an explanation of losses. You must still submit a valid Claim Form by January 17, 2027. The settlement does not automatically send $45 to everyone affected.

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Option 2: Up to $2,000 for Documented Losses

This option reimburses qualifying out-of-pocket expenses caused by the breach, up to $2,000 per class member.

Eligible expense	What it covers
Credit reports	Unreimbursed cost of obtaining credit reports
Credit freezes	Fees for freezing credit
Card replacement	Unreimbursed fees for replacing payment cards
Late fees	Qualifying late-payment fees resulting from the incident
Over-limit fees	Qualifying fees incurred because of the breach
Payday loan expenses	Unreimbursed interest and fees on payday loans taken as a result of the breach
Bank or credit card fees	Qualifying charges resulting from the incident
Postage and mileage	Postage, mileage and other qualifying incidental costs
Credit monitoring or identity theft insurance	Up to one year of qualifying services bought after October 1, 2024 and before the settlement’s Effective Date

Expenses must be related to the breach and not already reimbursed by someone else. The $2,000 figure is a cap, not a guaranteed payout. Someone with $150 in qualifying, documented expenses can claim $150, and someone with $2,500 can recover no more than $2,000.

What Proof Is Required for the $2,000 Reimbursement?

The administrator may accept receipts, bank or credit card statements, statements showing card-replacement fees, credit monitoring invoices, records of credit-freeze costs and other documents showing qualifying losses. Documents prepared entirely by the claimant, such as handwritten receipts, are not enough on their own, though they can help explain other records.

Does the Case Foods Settlement Include Free Credit Monitoring?

Yes. Anyone who files a valid claim can elect two years of one-bureau credit monitoring, whether they choose the $45 payment or the documented-loss reimbursement. The administrator will send a unique redemption code to eligible claimants, but not until the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.

Credit monitoring can help you spot certain changes or suspicious activity in a credit file. It cannot prevent every kind of identity theft.

Is There a Fixed Case Foods Settlement Fund?

The official summary does not state a single fixed fund that is divided among claimants. Instead, Case Foods has agreed to pay approved claims, notice and administration costs, attorneys’ fees and costs the court awards, and any approved service award. The figures that matter to consumers are the individual benefit limits: $45, up to $2,000 and two years of monitoring.

How Much Will the Attorneys Receive?

Class counsel is Milberg PLLC. According to the settlement FAQ, counsel will ask the court to approve:

Requested payment	Amount
Attorneys’ fees and litigation costs	$125,000
Class representative service award	$2,500

Case Foods pays these amounts, and they remain subject to court approval. They are not taken out of each person’s $45.

How to File a Case Foods Data Breach Settlement Claim

You can file online or mail a paper form.

• Online claim: Submit the Case Foods Settlement Claim
• Printable form: Download the Official Case Foods Claim Form (PDF)

1. Check that you received a notification. Find the original Case Foods letter or email, and keep the settlement notice handy for the online portal.
2. Choose your cash benefit. Pick the $45 payment (no receipts) or reimbursement of documented losses up to $2,000.
3. Gather documentation. For documented losses, collect receipts and third-party records. None is needed for the $45 option.
4. Select credit monitoring if you want it. It is available with either cash option.
5. Submit the form. Complete the online claim, or sign the paper form and mail it with supporting evidence. Check that your information is accurate.
6. Keep proof. Save the online confirmation or a copy of the paper form, and keep proof of mailing.

Where to Mail a Paper Claim

Case Foods Data Breach Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958

Paper claims must be postmarked by January 17, 2027, and online claims must be submitted by that date. January 17, 2027 falls on a Sunday, so file early rather than waiting for the last day.

Important Case Foods Settlement Deadlines

Deadline or event	Date	What happens
Opt-out deadline	December 18, 2026	Last day to exclude yourself
Objection deadline	December 18, 2026	Last day to object to the settlement
Final approval hearing	January 11, 2027, 10:00 a.m. ET	Court considers final approval
Claim deadline	January 17, 2027	Last day to submit a valid claim

December 18, 2026: Opt Out

If you opt out, you will not receive the $45 payment, reimbursement or credit monitoring, but you keep any right to bring your own separate case against Case Foods over the covered claims. A valid request must identify Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480, include your contact information and signature, and clearly say you want to be excluded. It must be postmarked or emailed by December 18, 2026 under the official instructions.

December 18, 2026: Object

Objecting is different from opting out. If you stay in the settlement but disagree with it, such as believing the benefits are too low, you can submit an objection so the court considers your concerns. You cannot object if you opt out, because the settlement no longer applies to you. The class notice explains what an objection must include and where to send it, and it must be postmarked by December 18, 2026.

January 11, 2027: Final Approval Hearing

The hearing is set for 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time in Room 3, 226 Stockton Street, Statesville, NC 28677, in the Iredell County Superior Court. The judge will consider whether the settlement is fair and reasonable, hear any objections and decide on the requested attorneys’ fees and service award. You do not have to attend.

January 17, 2027: Claim Deadline

Missing this deadline generally means losing the chance to receive benefits.

When Will Case Foods Settlement Payments Be Sent?

There is no confirmed payment date. The court must first grant final approval, and appeals could cause delay. Per the official FAQ, benefits are distributed after final approval and resolution of any appeals, so do not expect payment just because you filed.

What Happens If You Do Nothing?

Per the official FAQ, class members who do nothing will receive no payment, no reimbursement and no credit monitoring from the settlement, and will still be bound by the release of covered claims if the court grants final approval. In other words, you could give up the right to sue separately without receiving anything.

If you want compensation, file a valid claim by January 17, 2027. If you want to keep your own ability to sue, consider the December 18 opt-out deadline and get independent legal advice first.

What Laws Apply to the Case Foods Data Breach Settlement?

North Carolina Identity Theft Protection Act (N.C. Gen. Stat. Chapter 75, Article 2A)

§ 75-65 (security breach notice). A covered business that suffers a security breach involving personal information must notify affected North Carolina residents without unreasonable delay, subject to exceptions for legitimate law-enforcement needs and for the steps needed to determine the scope of the breach and restore system integrity. The notice must include a general description of the incident, the type of personal information involved, what the business has done to protect the information from further access, contact information, advice to review account statements and credit reports, and contact details for the consumer reporting agencies and the Federal Trade Commission and North Carolina Attorney General.

§ 75-61 (definitions). The statute defines “personal information” to include a person’s name combined with identifiers such as a Social Security number, driver’s license number or financial account number, and defines a “security breach” as unauthorized access to or acquisition of unencrypted and unredacted records or data where illegal use has occurred, is reasonably likely to occur or creates a material risk of harm.

§ 75-63 (security freeze). North Carolina law also lets consumers place a security freeze on their credit reports.

Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 75-1.1)

North Carolina’s Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act prohibits unfair or deceptive acts in or affecting commerce. Section 75-65(i) provides that a violation of the breach-notification law is also a violation of § 75-1.1, and says a person cannot bring a private action for a § 75-65 violation unless injured as a result. Remedies in a private case can include treble damages (§ 75-16) and attorneys’ fees in some circumstances (§ 75-16.1). Those statutory remedies are not what this settlement pays, and the settlement does not mean a court found a violation. The law does not award a fixed sum to everyone simply because a company had a data incident.

How Class Settlements Work in North Carolina State Court

This case is in a North Carolina state court, not federal court, so North Carolina Rule of Civil Procedure 23 (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 1A-1, Rule 23) governs the class action rather than the federal rule. A class settlement needs court approval after notice to class members, with the court deciding whether it is fair, reasonable and adequate. That is why the final approval hearing, objection and opt-out rights exist.

Federal Tools After a Data Breach

Separate from the settlement, the Fair Credit Reporting Act lets consumers place initial fraud alerts and security freezes on their credit files (15 U.S.C. § 1681c-1), and federal law makes credit freezes free. Because freezes are free, a reimbursement claim for freeze fees may be limited in practice. You can also review your credit reports for free at AnnualCreditReport.com. If you believe you have been a victim of identity theft, the FTC provides a recovery plan at IdentityTheft.gov.

Who Represents the Class Members?

The court-appointed class counsel is Milberg PLLC, and the class representative is Perry Butler. The administrator is Simpluris, which handles claims, eligibility questions and notices. Class members do not need their own attorney to take part, but they may consult an independent attorney about their rights.

Official Case Foods Settlement Documents

Use the official website rather than third-party sites promising guaranteed payments.

Resource	Link
Settlement website	CFISettlement.com
Online claim form	Submit a Claim
Printable claim form	Download Claim Form
Class notice	Read Settlement Notice
Settlement agreement	Read Settlement Agreement
Official FAQs	Read FAQs
Contact the administrator	Official Contact Page

Frequently Asked Questions About the Case Foods Data Breach Settlement

Is the Case Foods data breach settlement real?

Yes. The official site is run by the administrator, Simpluris, and provides the notice, claim form, settlement agreement, deadlines and contact details for Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480.

How much can I get from the Case Foods settlement?

A $45 cash payment with no receipts, or up to $2,000 for qualifying documented, unreimbursed expenses. A valid claim can also include two years of one-bureau credit monitoring.

Can I get both $45 and $2,000?

No. They are alternatives. You can add the credit monitoring to either one.

Do I need receipts to claim $45?

No, but you must submit a valid Claim Form.

Do I need proof to claim $2,000?

Yes. You need acceptable documentation, and handwritten or self-prepared records alone are not enough.

Who qualifies for the Case Foods settlement?

People who were notified that their private information was potentially compromised in the October 2024 Case Foods breach, except those the settlement excludes.

Can former Case Foods employees file a claim?

Yes, if they received notification that their private information was potentially compromised. Eligibility depends on the class definition, not current employment.

What if I never got a Case Foods data breach letter?

Contact Simpluris at (866) 675-2749 or [email protected] to find out whether you are in the class.

Do I have to live in North Carolina to qualify?

The class definition does not expressly limit membership to North Carolina residents.

What are the Case Foods settlement deadlines?

Opt out or object by December 18, 2026. File a claim by January 17, 2027. The final approval hearing is January 11, 2027 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.

Has the settlement been finally approved?

No final approval has been confirmed in the records reviewed.

When will payments arrive?

No date has been announced. Payments come after final approval and resolution of any appeals.

Is this the same as the original credit monitoring Case Foods offered?

No. The June 20, 2025 letter offered 24 months of monitoring after the incident. The settlement separately offers two years of one-bureau monitoring to people who submit a valid claim and elect it.

Related Data Breach Settlements

Other data breach settlements covered on AllAboutLawyer include Sherr Puttmann Akins Lamb $455,000 Data Breach Settlement, Who Qualifies, How to Claim and the December 28, 2026 Deadline and Lowe Engineers Data Breach Settlement, $50 Or Up To $5,500. Those are separate proceedings with their own terms and eligibility rules.

Sources

1. Official Case Foods Data Breach Settlement Website
2. Official Frequently Asked Questions
3. Official Claim Form
4. Official Class Notice
5. Executed Settlement Agreement
6. Official Settlement Dates
7. N.C. Gen. Stat. § 75-65 — Protection from security breaches
8. N.C. Gen. Stat. § 75-61 — Definitions
9. North Carolina Department of Justice — Security breach information
10. Case Foods Data Incident Notification Letter, June 20, 2025 — Massachusetts Attorney General records
11. 15 U.S.C. § 1681c-1 — Fraud alerts and security freezes

Update log: November 10, 2026 — Article published. Settlement awaiting final approval; deadlines per the official settlement website.

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. The settlement remains subject to final court approval, and eligibility and benefits are governed by the official settlement documents. AllAboutLawyer.com is an independent legal-information website, not a law firm, and does not represent class members in this case.

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official Case Foods settlement website (CFISettlement.com), the class notice, claim form, settlement agreement, the North Carolina General Statutes and Case Foods’ June 20, 2025 notification letter on file with the Massachusetts Attorney General, as of November 10, 2026. Last Updated: November 10, 2026.