Mizuno USA Data Breach Settlement, Are You a Former Employee Owed Up to $5,000 Claim Before June 15, 2026?

Mizuno USA Inc. agreed to settle a class action lawsuit filed after a 2024 cyberattack exposed the personal information of approximately 1,200 current and former employees. If you received a data breach notice from Mizuno USA around January 2025, you may be eligible to claim up to $5,000 for documented losses, up to $475 for ordinary losses and lost time, or a flat $50 cash payment with no proof required. The claim deadline is June 15, 2026.

Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	TBD — uncapped; Mizuno pays total of all approved claims
Claim Deadline	June 15, 2026
Who Qualifies	Current and former Mizuno USA employees who received a breach notice around January 2025 about the November 2024 data incident
Payout Per Person	Up to $5,000 (extraordinary losses) or up to $475 (ordinary losses + lost time) or $50 flat (no proof)
Proof Required	Yes for losses; No for $50 alternative cash payment
Settlement Status	Proposed — final fairness hearing June 4, 2026
Administrator	Atticus Administration
Official Website	MizunoSettlement.com

Current Status & What Happens Next

• The settlement is proposed and awaiting final approval at a fairness hearing scheduled for June 4, 2026.
• The opt-out and exclusion deadline is May 15, 2026 — one month before the claim deadline.
• Payments go out 75 days after the court grants final approval, or within 30 days of claim approval, whichever is later.

What Is the Mizuno USA Data Breach Lawsuit About?

Mizuno USA Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Mizuno Corporation, the Japanese sporting goods manufacturer known for baseball, golf, running, and volleyball equipment. The company is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia. Between August 21 and October 29, 2024, unauthorized attackers gained access to Mizuno USA’s computer network and copied files containing sensitive employee information. Mizuno detected the breach on November 6, 2024, and completed a detailed review of the affected data on December 18, 2024.

Mizuno USA sent breach notification letters to approximately 1,200 affected individuals beginning January 30, 2025 — more than five months after the attack first began. The exposed information may have included names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license information, passport numbers, and financial account information. Plaintiff Freiburger filed a class action lawsuit, captioned Freiburger v. Mizuno USA Inc., Case No. 25EV010647, alleging that Mizuno USA failed to implement adequate cybersecurity protections to safeguard sensitive employee data and delayed notifying affected individuals.

Mizuno USA denies all allegations and agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation. Class Counsel is Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman LLP — the same firm that represented employees in the Ingram Micro Americas $350,000 data breach settlement, where employees’ Social Security numbers were similarly exposed in a targeted cyberattack.

Who Is Eligible to File a Claim?

The settlement covers current and former Mizuno USA employees who received an official breach notice. Specifically:

• You may qualify if Mizuno USA Inc. sent you a notice letter around January 2025 stating your personal information may have been compromised in the data breach discovered in November 2024.
• You may qualify if you are a current or former employee of Mizuno USA whose personal data — including your Social Security number, passport number, or financial account information — was stored on the company’s systems during the breach window of August 21 through October 29, 2024.
• You may qualify if your settlement notice includes a Notice ID you can use to file your claim online or by mail.
• You do not qualify if you did not receive an official breach notice from Mizuno USA about this specific November 2024 data incident.

If you believe you qualify but did not receive a notice, or if you need help locating your Notice ID, contact the settlement administrator at (1-800-829-5361) or [email protected].

Related article: Ingram Micro Americas $350,000 Data Breach Settlement, Are You Eligible to Claim?

How Much Can You Receive?

The settlement offers three benefit tiers plus free credit monitoring. Unlike most data breach settlements with a fixed fund cap, Mizuno USA will pay the total of all approved claims — meaning your payment is not reduced by how many others file. You may also choose to receive 24 months of one-bureau credit monitoring with at least $1 million in fraud protection coverage regardless of which cash option you select.

Tier 1 — Extraordinary Losses (Up to $5,000) Claim reimbursement for documented, unreimbursed losses caused directly by identity theft or fraud linked to the breach. Covered losses include:

• Professional fees paid to resolve identity theft or fraud
• Unreimbursed bank or credit card fees
• Overdraft charges caused by fraudulent transactions
• Late fees and interest on payday loans due to card cancellations
• Other documented financial losses fairly traceable to the breach

Losses must have occurred between August 21, 2024 and March 23, 2026 and must not already be covered by insurance. Supporting documentation — receipts, bank statements, police reports, or other third-party proof — is required.

Tier 2 — Ordinary Losses and Lost Time (Up to $475 combined) Claim reimbursement for smaller out-of-pocket expenses and time spent dealing with the breach, up to a combined maximum of $475. Covered ordinary losses include bank or credit card fees, fees for credit reports or credit monitoring purchased because of the breach, and postage for breach-related communications. You may also claim up to four hours of lost time at $15 per hour (maximum $60), included within the $475 cap.

Tier 3 — Alternative Cash Payment ($50 flat) If you do not submit a claim under Tier 1 or Tier 2, you may claim a flat $50 cash payment with no documentation required — attestation only. This is the fastest option if you did not experience specific out-of-pocket losses.

Similar employee data breach settlements like the RFK Racing data breach settlement used the same documented-loss versus flat-payment structure for employees whose Social Security numbers and personal information were exposed.

How to File a Claim

Step 1 — Locate your Notice ID from the settlement notice Mizuno USA or Atticus Administration mailed to you around January 2025 or early 2026. You will need this to file online or by mail.

Step 2 — Visit MizunoSettlement.com and log in at the claim form page using your Notice ID. If you cannot locate your Notice ID, call (1-800-829-5361) or email [email protected] for assistance.

Step 3 — Choose your benefit option: extraordinary losses (up to $5,000), ordinary losses and lost time (up to $475), or the $50 alternative cash payment. You may also enroll in 24 months of free credit monitoring regardless of which option you select.

Step 4 — If claiming extraordinary or ordinary losses, upload your supporting documentation — receipts, bank statements, credit card statements showing fraudulent charges, police reports, or professional invoices — covering losses between August 21, 2024 and March 23, 2026.

Step 5 — Submit your claim online by June 15, 2026, or download and print the PDF claim form, complete and sign it, and mail it postmarked by June 15, 2026 to: Freiburger v Mizuno, c/o Atticus Administration, PO Box 64053, St. Paul, MN 55164.

Step 6 — Save your claim confirmation. Select your preferred payment method: PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, virtual prepaid e-Mastercard, or paper check.

Estimated time to complete: 5–15 minutes online (longer if gathering documentation for a loss claim).

Important Deadlines & Dates

Milestone	Date
Data Breach Began	August 21, 2024
Breach Detected by Mizuno USA	November 6, 2024
Data Review Completed	December 18, 2024
Affected Individuals Notified	January 30, 2025
Eligible Loss Period Ends	March 23, 2026
Opt-Out / Exclusion Deadline	May 15, 2026
Final Fairness Hearing	June 4, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	June 15, 2026
Expected Payment Date	75 days after final approval, or 30 days after claim approval — whichever is later

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to file a claim in the Mizuno USA settlement?

 No. Class Counsel — Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman LLP — represents all class members at no cost. Filing takes 5–15 minutes online at MizunoSettlement.com using your Notice ID. If you want your own attorney, you may hire one at your own expense.

Is the Mizuno USA data breach settlement legitimate? 

Yes. This is a court-supervised class action, captioned Freiburger v. Mizuno USA Inc., Case No. 25EV010647. The official settlement website is MizunoSettlement.com, administered by Atticus Administration. You can also reach the administrator at 1-800-829-5361 or [email protected].

When will I receive my Mizuno USA settlement payment? 

Payments go out 75 days after the court grants final approval at the June 4, 2026 hearing, or within 30 days of claim approval — whichever is later. Check MizunoSettlement.com for updates on the payment timeline after the fairness hearing.

What if I missed the Mizuno USA claim deadline?

 If you do not submit a valid claim by June 15, 2026, you will not receive any payment. Unless you formally opt out by May 15, 2026, you remain bound by the settlement and give up your right to sue Mizuno USA separately over this breach.

Will my Mizuno USA settlement payment affect my taxes?

 It may. Reimbursements for documented out-of-pocket losses are generally not taxable income. The $50 alternative cash payment may be treated as ordinary income by the IRS. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

What personal information was exposed in the Mizuno USA breach? 

The files copied during the August–October 2024 cyberattack may have contained names, Social Security numbers, driver’s license information, passport numbers, and financial account information. The exact data exposed varies by individual based on what Mizuno USA had on file for each employee.

What is the difference between ordinary losses and extraordinary losses? 

Ordinary losses cover smaller everyday expenses like credit monitoring fees, bank fees, or postage — up to $475 combined including up to $60 for lost time. Extraordinary losses cover larger identity theft or fraud-related expenses — such as professional fees or fraudulent bank charges — up to $5,000 with documentation. You can only claim one tier, so choose the option that best reflects your situation.

What payment methods are available for my settlement payment? 

You can choose to receive your payment via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, a virtual prepaid e-Mastercard, or a paper check mailed to your address. Select your preferred method when completing your claim form at MizunoSettlement.com.

Sources & References

• MizunoSettlement.com — Official Settlement Website
• Maine Attorney General — Mizuno USA Data Breach Notification Filing
• Atticus Administration — Settlement Administrator

Last Updated: March 22, 2026

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Legal claims and outcomes depend on specific facts and applicable law. For advice regarding a particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.