$1.78M Fairmont Federal Credit Union Data Breach Settlement

Individuals whose private information was potentially impacted in the Fairmont Federal Credit Union data breach between Sept. 30 and Oct. 18, 2023 are eligible.

Receipts, invoices, credit card statements, phone bills, postage, or gasoline receipts are required to support out-of-pocket loss claims; no proof is needed for the alternative cash payment.

About This Settlement

A class action lawsuit alleged that Fairmont Federal Credit Union failed to prevent a data breach between September 30 and October 18, 2023, which allegedly compromised the sensitive personal information of more than 187,000 consumers. Plaintiffs claimed the West Virginia-based credit union could have prevented the breach through reasonable cybersecurity measures. Fairmont Federal Credit Union has not admitted any wrongdoing but agreed to pay $1,783,857.64 to resolve these alleged claims. This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Who Qualifies

• You are an individual whose private information was potentially impacted in the Fairmont Federal Credit Union data breach
• Your information was affected during the breach window of September 30, 2023 through October 18, 2023
• You were among the more than 187,000 consumers whose sensitive information was allegedly compromised in the breach
• Supporting documentation may be required, such as receipts, invoices, credit card statements, phone bills, postage records, or gasoline receipts, depending on the type of claim you submit

What You May Receive

Eligible class members may receive one of the following benefits:

• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: You may receive up to $7,500 in reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses related to the data breach, such as bank fees, communication charges, credit expenses, or identity theft costs. Supporting documentation is required.
• Lost Time: You may receive up to $140 for lost time spent dealing with the breach, calculated at an estimated rate of $35 per hour for up to four hours.
• Alternative Cash Payment: If you did not incur any data breach-related expenses, you may receive an alternative cash payment of up to $150.
• Credit Monitoring Services: All eligible class members may also receive three years of free credit monitoring and identity restoration services, including up to $1 million in identity theft insurance.

Actual payout amounts may vary and are not guaranteed. Final amounts will depend on the number of valid claims submitted and court approval.

How to File a Claim

1. Visit the settlement website at FFCUDataSettlement.com to access the official claim form.
2. Complete the claim form by providing your personal information and selecting the type of compensation you are seeking (out-of-pocket expenses, lost time, or alternative cash payment).
3. Gather and attach required documentation to support your claim, which may include receipts, invoices, credit card statements, phone bills, postage records, or gasoline receipts, as applicable.
4. Submit your completed claim form by the deadline of December 18, 2026. Late submissions may not be accepted. For assistance, contact [Contact settlement administrator] or visit FFCUDataSettlement.com.

Case Details

Settlement: $1.78M Fairmont Federal Credit Union Data Breach Class Action Settlement
Claim Deadline: December 18, 2026
Settlement Website: FFCUDataSettlement.com