TRC Staffing Services Data Breach Settlement, Check If You Qualify — In re TRC Staffing Services, Inc. Data Breach Litigation, No. 1:24-cv-02398-VMC

If TRC Staffing Services sent you a letter saying your information was exposed in a 2024 data breach, you’re almost certainly included. There’s a $1.7 million settlement, up to $5,080 available if you document your losses, or a no-proof $200 payment if you don’t. The deadline to file is December 22, 2026.

TRC Staffing Services Data Breach Settlement — Key Facts

Settlement Amount	$1,700,000 total fund
Claim Deadline	December 22, 2026
Who Qualifies	U.S. residents sent a Notice Letter by TRC Staffing Services, Inc. saying their private information may have been compromised in a data incident affecting company systems on or around March 25, 2024, through on or around April 12, 2024
Estimated Payout	Up to $5,000 in documented Monetary Losses plus up to 4 hours of Lost Time at $20/hour (up to $5,080 combined), or an Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment of up to $200 with no documentation required
Proof Required (Yes/No)	Yes, for the documented Monetary Losses and Lost Time claim. No, for the Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment
Settlement Status	Settlement reached and preliminarily approved. Final approval still pending
Court & Case Number	U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, Case No. 1:24-cv-02398-VMC
Law Alleged	Negligence, negligence per se, breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment, and Georgia statutory claims
Administrator	Kroll Settlement Administration
Official Claim Site	https://trcdatasettlement.com/
Last Updated	September 19, 2026

Who Is TRC Staffing and Why Are They Being Sued Over a Data Breach?

TRC Staffing Services is a staffing and recruitment firm that handles the kind of paperwork every job placement runs on — names, Social Security numbers, and other personal records for the people it places with employers. That’s exactly the data a cybercriminal wants, and it’s exactly what the lawsuit says was exposed when TRC’s systems were compromised in early 2024. A staffing firm sits on sensitive records for people who often never had a direct relationship with the company beyond a background check or a placement form, which is part of why this case exists.

What Did TRC Staffing Do to Affected Individuals Between March and April 2024?

The lawsuit, filed by plaintiff Nykeema Burke and later consolidated with related cases, alleges TRC Staffing failed to reasonably protect the personal and health information it held, resulting in a data incident affecting company systems from on or around March 25, 2024, through on or around April 12, 2024. The claims include negligence, negligence per se, breach of implied contract, and unjust enrichment — legal terms that boil down to one idea: a company that holds your Social Security number has a duty to keep it secure, and this lawsuit says TRC didn’t meet that duty.

TRC Staffing denies all allegations of wrongdoing. It agreed to the $1.7 million settlement to resolve the case rather than continue litigating it. That’s a common move in data breach cases — settling doesn’t mean the company admits fault, but it does end the fight.

This case follows the same shape as Fidelity’s $2.5 million data breach settlement from earlier this year: a documented-loss tier for people who can show real costs, and a smaller no-proof payment for everyone else who just wants to close the chapter.

That structure matters more than it looks. If you can’t dig up receipts from 2024, you’re not shut out — you still get a payment, just a smaller guaranteed one.

Are You Part of the TRC Staffing Services Data Breach Settlement?

Here’s exactly how to know if this case includes you.

• Anyone who received a Notice Letter from TRC Staffing Services about the 2024 data incident
• People whose names and Social Security numbers were held in TRC’s systems as of early 2024
• Job applicants, placed workers, or others whose records TRC Staffing maintained during that window
• Those who noticed unfamiliar credit inquiries, tax filing issues, or identity theft attempts after March 2024

You likely don’t qualify if you never received a Notice Letter and have no reason to believe TRC Staffing held your information — this settlement is limited to the class TRC itself identified and notified.

TRC Staffing Settlement Class Members Outside Georgia — Are You Still Covered?

Yes. This is a nationwide settlement. The class covers all United States residents who received a Notice Letter, regardless of what state they live in — Georgia is simply where TRC Staffing is headquartered and where the underlying lawsuit was filed.

Not sure if you qualify for the TRC Staffing data breach settlement? A free consultation with a data privacy attorney can help you sort out your options before the December 22, 2026 deadline.

How Much Can TRC Staffing Data Breach Settlement Class Members Get? Up to $5,080 Per Person

There are two ways to file, and you pick one.

TRC Staffing Payout With Documentation — Up to $5,080

If you can show real costs tied to the breach — credit monitoring you paid for, time spent freezing or unfreezing credit, losses from identity theft or fraud, or other out-of-pocket expenses — you can claim up to $5,000 in documented Monetary Losses. On top of that, you can claim up to 4 hours of Lost Time at $20 an hour, adding up to $80 more. Combined, that’s a maximum of $5,080, though your actual payment depends on what you can document and how many other people file in this tier.

TRC Staffing Payout Without Proof — Up to $200

If you don’t have documentation, or don’t want to dig for it, you can instead choose the Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment of up to $200. No receipts needed. The final amount depends on how many people choose this option — more filers means a smaller per-person share of that pool.

Both payment types come out of the same $1.7 million fund, after settlement administration costs and attorneys’ fees and costs are deducted first. Payments over $600 may appear on a 1099 — check with a tax professional.

Whichever tier you pick, the math only works in your favor if you actually file. Skipping the claim form means skipping both options entirely.

How to File Your TRC Staffing Data Breach Settlement Claim — Step by Step

1. Go to the official site at trcdatasettlement.com
2. Open the online Claim Form
3. Choose your payout tier — documented Monetary Losses and Lost Time, or the Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment
4. Upload proof if you’re claiming documented losses — receipts, credit monitoring statements, or records of time spent addressing the breach
5. Submit and save your confirmation
6. Watch your email — Kroll Settlement Administration will reach out if anything else is needed

Takes about 10 minutes for the no-proof option, longer if you’re gathering documentation. The claim deadline is December 22, 2026 — mark it now, since the more common failure with breach settlements like this one isn’t rejection, it’s forgetting to file at all.

Should TRC Staffing Class Members Opt Out or Object Before December 7, 2026?

What Opting Out of the TRC Staffing Settlement Actually Means

Opting out means you get no payment from this settlement, but you keep the right to sue TRC Staffing yourself over the same data breach. Most people shouldn’t opt out without talking to a lawyer first. The opt-out deadline is December 7, 2026 — earlier than the claim filing deadline, so don’t confuse the two.

How to Object to the TRC Staffing Settlement

Objecting keeps you in the class while letting you tell the court in writing what you don’t like about the deal. You can still file a claim form even if you object. Objections must be postmarked or submitted no later than December 7, 2026, ahead of the Final Approval Hearing.

Talk to a data breach attorney before December 7, 2026 if you’re considering either option.

TRC Staffing Data Breach Settlement — Key Dates, 2026

Milestone	Date
Data Incident Period	March 25, 2024 – April 12, 2024
Consolidated Class Action Complaint Filed	November 11, 2024
Opt-Out Deadline	December 7, 2026
Objection Deadline	December 7, 2026
Claim Filing Deadline	December 22, 2026
Final Approval Hearing	January 6, 2027, 11:00 AM ET
Expected Payment Date	UNVERIFIED — payments follow final approval and resolution of any appeals; no specific date given

TRC Staffing Services Data Breach Settlement — Frequently Asked Questions, No. 1:24-cv-02398-VMC

Do I need a lawyer to file a TRC Staffing data breach settlement claim? 

No. You can file directly at the official site with the details from your Notice Letter. A data privacy attorney is worth consulting if you’re weighing an opt-out or believe your losses exceed what the settlement covers.

Is the TRC Staffing data breach settlement legitimate? 

Yes. It arises from In re TRC Staffing Services, Inc. Data Breach Litigation, Case No. 1:24-cv-02398-VMC, pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, and is administered by Kroll Settlement Administration.

When will TRC Staffing settlement payments be sent?

 Not before the Final Approval Hearing on January 6, 2027, and only after any appeals of that approval are resolved.

What if I missed the TRC Staffing claim deadline? 

UNVERIFIED — the settlement site doesn’t address late claims. If December 22, 2026 has passed, call the administrator at (833) 930-0160 to ask what your options are.

Will my TRC Staffing settlement payment go on a 1099? 

Possibly. Payments over $600 may be reported to the IRS. Check with a tax professional about your specific situation.

What personal information was exposed in the TRC Staffing breach? 

The settlement describes exposure of personally identifiable information and protected health information, including names and Social Security numbers, for individuals TRC Staffing notified by letter.

Can I claim both the documented-loss payment and the no-proof pro rata payment? 

No. The settlement offers one or the other — you choose the documented Monetary Losses and Lost Time option, or the Alternative Pro Rata Cash Payment, not both.

Can I sue TRC Staffing individually instead of filing a claim?

 Yes, but only if you exclude yourself from the settlement by December 7, 2026. Filing a claim gives up that right.

Researched and written by Israr Ahmad, legal content researcher and founder of AllAboutLawyer.com. All facts verified against the official settlement website, administered by Kroll Settlement Administration, and the case docket, on September 19, 2026. Last Updated: September 19, 2026.

Disclaimer: 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.

Sources Used in This TRC Staffing Services Data Breach Settlement Article

• Official Settlement Website — In re TRC Staffing Services, Inc. Data Breach Litigation: https://trcdatasettlement.com/
• Official Documents Page (Settlement Agreement, Long Form Notice, Consolidated Complaint, Defendant’s Answer): https://trcdatasettlement.com/documents
• Online Claim Form — Kroll Settlement Administration: https://forms.ksacms.com/efiling/fr/eform/trc_staffing_services_claimform/new?form-version=1&fr-wizard-page=section-1
• CourtListener docket, In re TRC Staffing Services, Inc. Data Breach Litigation, No. 1:24-cv-02398 (N.D. Ga.): https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68826664/in-re-trc-staffing-services-inc-data-breach-litigation/