Nucor Corporation Data Breach Settlement, Are You Eligible for Up to $8,200? Claim Before June 9

The Nucor Corporation data breach settlement covers individuals who received a written breach notice from Nucor in or around June 2025, and allows eligible class members to claim up to $8,200 in reimbursement — plus free credit monitoring — by filing before the June 9, 2026 deadline. A threat actor illegally accessed Nucor’s systems between May 3 and May 13, 2025, stealing personal data including Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, dates of birth, and medical and financial information. Nucor denies wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid the cost and uncertainty of trial.

Nucor Data Breach Settlement Quick Facts

Field	Detail
Settlement Amount	Uncapped reimbursement fund — individual claims up to $8,200
Claim Deadline	June 9, 2026
Who Qualifies	Anyone who received Nucor’s written breach notice in or around June 2025
Payout Per Person	Up to $75 lost time / Up to $700 out-of-pocket expenses / Up to $7,500 extraordinary losses
Proof Required	Yes — documentation required for expense and extraordinary loss claims
Settlement Status	Preliminarily Approved — March 11, 2026
Administrator	RG/2 Claims Administration
Official Website	nucor-datasettlement.com
Last Updated	May 21, 2026

Current Status of the Nucor Settlement

• The U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina granted preliminary approval on March 11, 2026 under Case No. 3:25-cv-00478.
• The Final Approval Hearing is set for July 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Courtroom 5A, Charlotte, NC (also available via phone/video).
• All claims, opt-out requests, and objections share the same deadline: June 9, 2026 — there are no extensions.

What Is the Nucor Lawsuit About? Sweat v. Nucor Corporation, No. 3:25-cv-00478

Between May 3 and May 13, 2025, an unauthorized third party accessed Nucor’s IT systems and exfiltrated data. Nucor detected the intrusion around May 13, immediately took affected systems offline, activated its incident response plan, and brought in outside cybersecurity experts.

The breach exposed sensitive personal information including Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, dates of birth, and medical and financial data. Nucor completed its internal review of the stolen data on approximately June 16, 2025, and started mailing breach notifications to affected individuals on or around June 24, 2025.

Plaintiff Michael Sweat filed this class action on behalf of everyone who received that notice, arguing Nucor failed to adequately protect their personally identifiable information (PII). The case is pending in the United States District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. This type of identity theft lawsuit — where a company’s security failure exposes employees and customers to fraud risk — follows the same legal pattern as the Fidelity data breach settlement and other data breach compensation cases we’ve covered. If you want broader context on how these cases work, see our consumer data privacy lawsuit guide.

Are You Part of the Nucor Data Breach Class Action?

To know do I qualify for the Nucor settlement, the test is straightforward: did you get the letter?

You may be part of this class if:

• You received a written notice from Nucor in or around June 2025 stating a data incident may have involved your personal information
• You are not a Nucor officer, director, or member of the judiciary overseeing this case

You are likely NOT included if:

• You did not receive a breach notification letter from Nucor
• You were a Nucor executive or board member
• You timely submitted a valid opt-out request

If you are unsure whether you received notice or have lost the letter, call the Settlement Administrator at 1-866-742-4955 or email [email protected]. Class counsel is Scott Edward Cole of Cole & Van Note, 555 12th Street, Suite 2100, Oakland, CA 94607.

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How Much Can You Get from the Nucor Settlement?

There are three separate compensation tiers, and you can combine them — subject to the caps below.

Tier 1 — Lost Time (up to $75, no receipts needed) You can claim up to 3 hours at $25 per hour for time you spent dealing with the breach — things like placing fraud alerts, calling your bank, or monitoring accounts. You must describe in writing how you spent that time. No receipts required, but your statement is made under penalty of perjury.

Tier 2 — Out-of-Pocket Expenses (up to $700, receipts required) This covers documented costs fairly traceable to the breach: bank fees, credit report fees, postage, cell phone charges, and similar expenses. Lost time and out-of-pocket claims are combined under the same $700 aggregate cap per person. Self-written receipts alone are not accepted — you need actual documentation.

Tier 3 — Extraordinary Identity Theft Losses (up to $7,500) If your identity was actually stolen as a result of this breach, you can claim up to $7,500 for documented losses — professional fees to resolve fraud, overdraft fees, card reissuance charges, and similar costs. You must exhaust any identity theft coverage from Nucor’s Equifax credit monitoring offer first before claiming this tier.

Free Credit Monitoring (no cash claim required) Nucor originally offered all breach notice recipients a 24-month Equifax Complete Premier subscription in June 2025. If you did not enroll then, you can still claim it now through the settlement — even if you do not file for any cash reimbursement.

This tiered structure is common in data breach compensation cases involving sensitive data like Social Security numbers. For comparison, see how a similar structure worked in the AT&T $177M data breach settlement.

How to File Your Nucor Data Breach Claim

Step-by-step guide — how to file a Nucor settlement claim:

1. Go to nucor-datasettlement.com or the direct portal at claimsettlementportal.com/nucor
2. Enter the Login and Password from the mailed notice — you need these to file online
3. Select the compensation tier(s) you are claiming: lost time, out-of-pocket expenses, extraordinary losses, or credit monitoring only
4. Upload supporting documentation for any expense claims (bank statements, receipts, credit report purchase confirmations)
5. For lost time, provide a written description of how you spent those hours dealing with the breach
6. Submit your claim before 11:59 p.m. on June 9, 2026

No login from the mailed notice? Call 1-866-742-4955 or email [email protected] before the deadline.

Estimated time to complete: 10–15 minutes depending on documentation gathered.

Nucor Data Breach Settlement Key Deadlines

Milestone	Date
Data Incident Detected	May 13, 2025
Nucor Breach Notifications Mailed	On or around June 24, 2025
Preliminary Approval Granted	March 11, 2026
Claims Period Opens	Open now
Claim Filing Deadline	June 9, 2026
Opt-Out Deadline	June 9, 2026
Objection Deadline	June 9, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	July 6, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET — Courtroom 5A, Charlotte, NC
Expected Payment Date	TBD — checks issued within 60 days of the Effective Date, or 30 days after the last claim is approved, whichever is later

Nucor Data Breach Settlement Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a class action lawsuit against Nucor Corporation?

 Yes. Sweat v. Nucor Corporation, Case No. 3:25-cv-00478, is a class action pending in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina. It alleges Nucor failed to adequately protect personal information that was stolen by a threat actor between May 3 and May 13, 2025.

Do I need a lawyer to file a Nucor settlement claim?

 No. You can file directly through the settlement portal at nucor-datasettlement.com using the login from your mailed notice. A consumer rights lawyer is only necessary if you want to pursue an individual claim for losses significantly above $7,500 and plan to opt out.

What personal information was stolen in the Nucor breach?

 The breach exposed Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, dates of birth, and medical and financial information, according to the motion for preliminary approval. Nucor has not publicly disclosed the total number of individuals affected.

When will I receive my Nucor settlement payment?

 Checks will be issued within 60 days of the Effective Date or within 30 days after the last claim is approved, whichever comes later. Payment timing depends on final court approval at the July 6, 2026 hearing and any potential appeals. All settlement checks void 90 days after issuance.

Can I file my own lawsuit against Nucor instead? 

Yes — but only if you opt out by June 9, 2026. If you stay in the class and receive a payment, you give up your right to sue Nucor separately for these claims. If you believe your losses far exceed $7,500, consult a data privacy attorney before the opt-out deadline.

How will I know if my Nucor settlement claim is approved? 

The Settlement Administrator, RG/2 Claims Administration, will contact you. You can also monitor updates at nucor-datasettlement.com, call 1-866-742-4955, or email [email protected].

Will my Nucor settlement payment affect my taxes? 

Reimbursements for actual out-of-pocket losses generally are not taxable. Payments for lost time may be treated differently. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

What if I lost my breach notice and don’t have the login? 

Contact the Settlement Administrator directly at 1-866-742-4955 or [email protected]. They can verify your status and provide access before the June 9, 2026 deadline.

Sources & References

• Official Settlement Website: nucor-datasettlement.com
• Sweat v. Nucor Corporation, Case No. 3:25-cv-00478, U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
• Nucor SEC Form 8-K filing, May 2025: SEC.gov
• Nucor SEC Form 8-K/A update: SEC.gov

Prepared by the AllAboutLawyer.com Editorial Team and reviewed for factual accuracy against official court records, the settlement administrator website (nucor-datasettlement.com), and Nucor’s SEC filings on May 21, 2026. Last Updated: May 21, 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.