$425K New River Electrical Corp. Data Breach Settlement, Are You Eligible to Claim? Deadline is July 20

The New River Electrical Corp. Data Breach Settlement is a class action in which eligible individuals whose personal information was compromised in a April–May 2024 cyberattack can receive up to $3,000 in expense reimbursement, a $50 flat cash payment, or two years of free credit monitoring by filing a claim before July 20, 2026, at nrecdatasettlement.com. Plaintiff Amy Walker alleged that New River Electrical Corporation failed to adequately protect the private information of approximately 9,845 individuals. The settlement is pending final court approval on June 29, 2026.

Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	$425,000 aggregate cap
Claim Deadline	July 20, 2026 — must file or receive nothing
Who Qualifies	U.S. residents whose PII was compromised in the April–May 2024 NREC data breach
Payout Per Person	Up to $3,000 (with documentation) OR $50 flat cash (no docs) OR 2 years credit monitoring
Proof Required	Yes for expense reimbursement — No for $50 cash or credit monitoring
Settlement Status	Preliminarily approved — Final Fairness Hearing June 29, 2026
Administrator	Simpluris, Inc.
Official Website	nrecdatasettlement.com
Last Updated	April 23, 2026

Current Status & What Happens Next

• The settlement has received preliminary approval from the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Ohio.
• The opt-out and objection deadline is June 19, 2026 — class members who miss this date cannot later exclude themselves from the settlement.
• The Final Fairness Hearing is June 29, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. ET at the Justice Center, 1200 Ontario St., Cleveland, OH 44113, before the presiding judge.
• The claim deadline is July 20, 2026 — unlike some settlements, doing nothing here means receiving no payment and no credit monitoring.

What Is the New River Electrical Corp. Lawsuit About? Amy Walker v. New River Electrical Corp., No. CV25-126091

Plaintiff Amy Walker filed this class action against New River Electrical Corporation (NREC) in the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Ohio, alleging that NREC failed to adequately protect the personally identifiable information (PII) of its employees and other individuals in its records. PII — personally identifiable information — is any data that can be used to identify a specific person, such as names, Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, or medical information.

The lawsuit relates to an April–May 2024 incident during which cybercriminals gained unauthorized access to NREC’s network and potentially accessed and/or acquired files containing the private information of approximately 9,845 individuals. Walker alleged that NREC’s failure to implement adequate cybersecurity measures allowed this breach to occur, causing harm to those whose data was exposed.

NREC denies all wrongdoing. The settlement is not an admission of wrongdoing or an indication that NREC violated any laws, but rather a resolution of disputed claims. Both sides agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of continued litigation and to deliver benefits to affected individuals now. In addition to the settlement fund, NREC has employed security measures including resetting passwords, implementing multi-factor authentication, training employees on cybersecurity matters, implementing geo-fencing and geo-blocking, implementing new technical safeguards, and revising relevant policies and procedures.

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Who Is Eligible for the New River Electrical Settlement?

The Settlement Class includes all individuals residing in the United States whose PII was compromised in the data breach discovered by NREC in May 2024, including all individuals who received NREC’s notice of the breach.

You may qualify if:

• You are a U.S. resident whose personal information was held by New River Electrical Corp.
• Your PII was compromised in the April–May 2024 cyberattack on NREC’s network
• You received a breach notification letter from NREC after May 2024
• You have not already excluded yourself from the Settlement Class

If you are unsure whether you qualify, contact the Settlement Administrator toll-free at (833) 386-6486 or by email at [email protected]. You can also review your eligibility in the Settlement Agreement available on the official website.

How Much Can You Get from the New River Electrical Settlement?

The settlement provides three benefit options, all subject to the aggregate $425,000 cap. Choose the option that best fits your situation:

Tier 1 — Expense Reimbursement (up to $3,000 | documentation required) Reimbursement of up to $3,000 for documented, unreimbursed out-of-pocket losses resulting from the data breach — including costs for credit reports, credit freeze fees, card replacement fees, late fees, bank fees, postage, and the cost of credit monitoring or identity theft insurance purchased after April 30, 2024. Receipts or third-party documentation are required; self-prepared handwritten receipts alone are not sufficient.

Tier 2 — Alternative Cash Payment ($50 flat | no documentation required) Settlement Class Members can elect to make a claim for a $50 alternative cash payment in lieu of the Expense Reimbursement benefit, with no documentation required. This amount may be reduced on a pro-rata basis if total valid claims exceed available funds.

Tier 3 — Credit Monitoring (2 years free | no cash, no docs required) Settlement Class Members who submit a Claim Form can elect to enroll in two years of one-bureau credit monitoring services. A unique redemption code will be sent after final court approval. This option can be claimed alongside either Tier 1 or Tier 2.

Similar data breach settlements for employees and individuals on AllAboutLawyer.com show that filing for documented expense reimbursement consistently delivers the highest individual payout — if you have records, use them.

Step-by-Step: How to File Your New River Electrical Claim Form

⚠️ Important: You must file a claim to receive any benefit. Doing nothing means no payment and no credit monitoring.

1. Visit the official claim portal at nrecdatasettlement.com/form/claim or download the paper form at cw.simpluris.com/docs/public/downloads/NWC/CLAIM_FORM
2. Enter your personal details — full name, address, and contact information as listed on your breach notification
3. Select your benefit — choose Tier 1 (expense reimbursement), Tier 2 ($50 cash), or Tier 3 (credit monitoring), or combine credit monitoring with a cash option
4. Upload documentation — required for Tier 1 only; receipts, bank statements, or third-party records showing breach-related losses
5. Submit your claim online or mail the completed paper form postmarked no later than July 20, 2026, to: NREC Data Settlement Administrator, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799
6. Save your confirmation — keep your submission confirmation number or mailing proof for your records

Estimated time to complete: 5–10 minutes online; allow additional time if gathering documentation for Tier 1.

Important Deadlines & Dates

Milestone	Date
Data Breach Occurred	April–May 2024
Breach Discovered by NREC	May 2024
Lawsuit Filed	2025 (Case No. CV25-126091)
Notification Mailing to Class Members	April 20, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 19, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 19, 2026
Final Fairness Hearing	June 29, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. ET — Justice Center, 1200 Ontario St., Cleveland, OH 44113
Claim Filing Deadline	July 20, 2026
Expected Payment Date	TBD — checks and redemption codes mailed after final approval and resolution of any appeals

New River Electrical Settlement: Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a lawyer to file a settlement claim?

 No. The Court appointed Cassandra P. Miller of Strauss Borrelli PLLC in Chicago as Class Counsel to represent the Settlement Class. You do not need to hire your own attorney to file a claim at nrecdatasettlement.com. Class Counsel works on your behalf at no charge to you.

Is the New River Electrical settlement legitimate? 

Yes. The settlement in Amy Walker v. New River Electrical Corp., Case No. CV25-126091, was authorized by the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas, Ohio. The official settlement website is administered by Simpluris, Inc., a nationally recognized class action administrator. Notifications to class members were mailed on April 20, 2026.

When will I receive my payment? 

The Court will hold a Final Fairness Hearing at 1:30 p.m. on June 29, 2026, to decide whether to approve the settlement. Even if the Court approves the settlement, there may be appeals, and resolving them may take additional time. Monitor nrecdatasettlement.com or contact Simpluris at (833) 386-6486 for payment timing updates.

What if I miss the claim deadline?

 If you do not submit a valid Claim Form by July 20, 2026, you will receive no payment and no credit monitoring from this settlement. If you do nothing, you will be bound by the Settlement Agreement and will not be able to start a lawsuit, continue with a lawsuit, or be part of any other lawsuit against NREC about the issues resolved by this settlement. The only way to preserve your right to sue separately is to opt out by June 19, 2026.

Will this settlement payment affect my taxes?

 Possibly. Settlement payments for out-of-pocket expense reimbursement are generally treated as a return of losses and may not be taxable, but the $50 alternative cash payment may count as taxable income depending on your situation. The settlement documents do not specify tax treatment. Consult a tax professional if you are unsure how this affects your return.

What personal information was exposed in the NREC data breach? 

The settlement covers PII — personally identifiable information — compromised in NREC’s April–May 2024 cyberattack. The specific types of data exposed for each individual may vary. Class Members may have received a previous notice directly from NREC identifying what data was affected. If you did not receive a breach notice but believe your information was held by NREC, contact the Settlement Administrator at (833) 386-6486.

Can I claim both a cash payment and credit monitoring?

 Yes. Credit monitoring services will be made available to all Settlement Class Members who choose to enroll regardless of whether they claim Expense Reimbursement or the Alternative Cash Payment. You can select credit monitoring in addition to whichever cash tier you choose on the same claim form.

What security changes has NREC made since the breach? 

NREC has implemented security measures including resetting passwords, implementing multi-factor authentication, employee cybersecurity training, geo-fencing and geo-blocking, new technical safeguards, and revised policies and procedures. These reforms are part of the settlement terms, not just voluntary improvements.

Sources & References

• Official Settlement Website (Simpluris, Inc., court-authorized): https://nrecdatasettlement.com
• Settlement FAQ — Amy Walker v. New River Electrical Corp., Case No. CV25-126091: https://nrecdatasettlement.com/faq/
• Official Claim Form: https://cw.simpluris.com/docs/public/downloads/NWC/CLAIM_FORM
• Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas — Justice Center, 1200 Ontario St., Cleveland, OH 44113

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against the official settlement administrator website (nrecdatasettlement.com, administered by Simpluris, Inc.) on April 23, 2026. Last Updated: April 23, 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. Settlement approval is pending a Final Fairness Hearing on June 29, 2026, and no payments will be issued until the court grants final approval. For advice regarding your particular situation, consult a qualified attorney.