Central Valley Meat Data Breach Settlement

Published Jul 23, 2026 · Updated Sep 8, 2026 · SettlementList

Central Valley Meat Co, Inc. settled allegations that a May 2024 cyberattack on its computer systems may have accessed files containing current and former employees' private information, including names and Social Security numbers. Central Valley Meat Co, Inc. denies any wrongdoing and the court made no finding of liability.

A settlement over a May 2024 cyberattack on Central Valley Meat's computer systems that may have accessed files containing current and former employees' private information, including names and Social Security numbers. Eligible people can claim reimbursement for documented losses and lost time, with an extra payment for California residents, plus identity-theft protection.

Who can claim, how much, and by when

When is the claim deadline?

Sep 28, 2026

Who is eligible?

All U.S. citizens who received a Notice of Data Breach letter from Central Valley Meat Company Inc. on or about December 30, 2024; California residents at the time of the incident form a subclass.

How do you get paid?

Reimbursement of documented out-of-pocket losses up to $5,000, plus a lost-time payment of up to two hours at $25 per hour (maximum $50), subject to a combined $5,000 cap on cash benefits. California subclass members may claim an additional one-time $75 statutory payment. All Class Members may also enroll in two years of CyEx Identity Defense Complete identity-theft protection and credit monitoring.

What proof do you need?

Documented losses require proof such as bank statements or receipts showing the expense resulted from the incident; lost-time claims require a description of the time spent; the California statutory payment requires a sworn attestation of California residency.

Who is administering the settlement?

Simpluris

Which court is the case in?

Superior Court of Kings County, California

When is the final approval hearing?

August 28, 2026

Official court notice

PDF, 250 KB · our copy · original

How do you file a claim?

File your claim on the official site

This information is not a substitute for legal advice.

Verified on September 8, 2026. Based on Official Settlement Website — Daniel Fernandez v. Central Valley Meat Co, Inc. (No. 25CU0022, Kings County, Cal.) (Simpluris, 2026). See the method.

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