Open for claimsData breachSeattle and Federal Way Public Schools data breach settlement claims are due December 2, 2026
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Seattle Public Schools and Federal Way Public Schools agreed to a $300,000 settlement over a December 2024 data breach at Carruth Compliance Consulting, their retirement-plan vendor. The class includes people whose information the districts provided to Carruth and whose information was compromised in the breach disclosed in January 2025.
Members may claim up to $5,000 for unreimbursed out-of-pocket losses. They may also elect a cash payment capped at $599, with or without a loss claim. The cash payment divides the money left after approved losses, administration, any service awards and approved attorneys’ fees and expenses. It may be smaller, and the fund limits what the districts will pay.
Key facts
- Claim deadline
- December 2, 2026
- Fund
- $300,000 non-reversionary common fund
- Benefits
- Up to $5,000 in eligible losses and a pro rata cash payment up to $599
- Court
- Superior Court of Washington for King County, Fitch et al., No. 25-2-04060-7 SEA
- Final fairness hearing
- Scheduled for December 18, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. Pacific
Official settlement administrator: Fitch settlement claims administrator
Evidence for key facts
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The Court did not decide in favor of the Plaintiffs or the Defendants.
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, Why is there a Settlement?
Who qualifiesChecked
all individuals whose personal information was provided by Defendants to Carruth Compliance Consulting, Inc.
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, Who is included in the Settlement Class?
Payment and benefitsChecked
The Settlement creates a non-reversionary common fund of $300,000
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, What does the Settlement provide?
Payment and benefitsChecked
Pro Rata Cash Payment up to $599.
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, What does the Settlement provide?
Proof requirementsChecked
must submit third-party documentation supporting their claims.
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, What does the Settlement provide?
Claim deadlineChecked
it will be deemed timely if received within seven days of December 2, 2026.
Case-specific settlement administrator FAQFAQ, What is the deadline for submitting a claim?
Who qualifies
- Eligibility follows the information provided by the two Washington school districts. Individuals whose data came to Carruth through other organizations must meet this two-district definition to qualify here. The class definition does not impose a separate Washington residency requirement.
- Excluded are directors and officers of either district, government entities, the assigned judge, the judge’s immediate family and court staff, and anyone who validly opted out. The definition also excludes those found guilty of initiating, causing, aiding or abetting the criminal activity or who pleaded no contest to such a charge.
How to submit a claim
- 1
Verify membership
Use the unique identifier in the mailed notice or give the name and physical address to which the January 2025 notice letter was issued.
- 2
Choose your claim
For the pro rata cash payment, check the election box. For losses incurred on or after December 19, 2024 and before December 2, 2026, identify each charge, amount and date and attach third-party proof. Self-prepared explanations can supplement those records. Fraud or identity-theft losses require a statement and confirmation that the charges were unreimbursed and more likely than not caused by the incident.
- 3
Sign and submit
Certify that your information is true and correct, state the city and state where you signed, and date the form. Submit online or mail to Fitch et al. v. Seattle Public Schools and Federal Way Public Schools, c/o Claims Administrator, ATTN: CLAIMS, 1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103. The deadline is December 2. Mailed claims without a postmark are timely if received within seven days of December 2. Call 1-844-938-4308 for assistance.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I request both benefits?
Yes. Check the pro rata cash election if you want that payment. Documented eligible expenses can be claimed on the same form.
What records support a loss claim?
For example, supply a statement for a bank fee or a bill showing a charge incurred because of the incident. Identify the date, amount and connection to the breach. The issued form lists documentation specific to each category, including subscriptions.
When will payments be made?
Distribution depends on final approval, resolution of any appeals and processing of valid claims. The scheduled hearing does not establish a payment date.
Sources and official records
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