Who the official notice says is included
The court-authorized FAQ defines the class as all persons affected by the incident discovered on or around July 2, 2023, including people sent a notice letter by Bradford-Scott Data.
The official FAQ lists exclusions for Bradford-Scott insiders and related entities, the presiding judicial officers and staff, counsel, timely opt-outs, and anyone criminally responsible for the incident.
Benefits described in the official notice
Benefits remain subject to the settlement terms, claim review, and any required final approval.
Documented monetary losses
Up to $5,000 for eligible, unreimbursed out-of-pocket losses incurred from July 2, 2023 through October 7, 2026, supported by third-party proof.
Pro-rata cash payment
An alternative payment expected by the administrator to be about $100, but it may be higher or lower depending on valid claims.
Credit monitoring
Three years of CyEx Financial Shield Complete with $1 million in financial-fraud insurance.
Current procedural status
The proposed settlement is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana as Webster, et al. v. Bradford-Scott Data, LLC, No. 1:24-CV-00117-HAB-ALT.
Bradford-Scott denies wrongdoing. Payments depend on final approval and the resolution of any appeal.
Official participation route
Check the incident definition
Use the official FAQ and any Bradford-Scott notice to confirm that your information was affected.
Choose the applicable payment route
Select documented losses with supporting proof or the pro-rata cash option, and follow the form for credit monitoring.
Submit to Simpluris
File through the official site or mail the signed form so it is postmarked no later than October 7, 2026.
Records to gather
- Bradford-Scott incident notice
- Bank statements, receipts, replacement-ID costs, or other third-party proof for a loss claim
- Claim submission confirmation
Case-specific deadlines
These dates were checked against the linked official sources on August 17, 2026. Recheck the administrator or tribunal page before acting because a court may change a hearing date or other schedule.
| Jurisdiction | Limitation Period |
|---|---|
| Claim deadline | October 7, 2026 |
| Opt-out and objection deadline | September 7, 2026 |
| Final approval hearing | October 15, 2026, 10:00 a.m. ET |
What happens next
The proposed settlement is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana as Webster, et al. v. Bradford-Scott Data, LLC, No. 1:24-CV-00117-HAB-ALT.
Bradford-Scott denies wrongdoing. Payments depend on final approval and the resolution of any appeal.
Common mistakes
Calling $100 a guaranteed payment
The administrator describes it as an expectation; the actual pro-rata amount depends on claims and deductions.
Using self-written notes as the only loss proof
The FAQ says notes may explain other proof but do not alone establish a documented-loss claim.
Organize your notice and supporting records
Keep a private record of the class notice, dates, submission confirmation, and any documents supporting a loss claim.
Organize your notice and supporting records
Keep a private record of the class notice, dates, submission confirmation, and any documents supporting a loss claim.
This stays in your private workspace until you choose a next step. It does not submit a claim on your behalf on its own.
Official and Legal References
Frequently asked questions
Is this an official claim route?
Does fitting the summary guarantee payment?
Organize your notice and supporting records
Keep a private record of the class notice, dates, submission confirmation, and any documents supporting a loss claim.