Status: Open for Claims
Deadline: September 22, 2025
Settlement Award: Varies, up to $1,500 + pro rata payment
Overview
Leaders Staffing LLC has agreed to a $550,000 class action settlement to resolve claims that it failed to adequately protect client and employee data. The lawsuit stems from a data breach that allegedly exposed sensitive information including:
- Names
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
- Financial account information
Individuals who received a notice from Leaders Staffing about the incident may be eligible for compensation.
Who Qualifies?
You are eligible if:
- You received written or electronic notice from Leaders Staffing indicating your personal information may have been compromised in the breach, or
- You were notified by mail of unauthorized access to or disclosure of your protected data.
What You Can Claim
Eligible class members can receive one or both of the following:
Reimbursement for Out-of-Pocket Expenses — Up to $1,500
Covers documented expenses linked to the breach, including:
- Fraud or identity theft losses not reimbursed by other sources
- Legal, accounting, or credit repair fees
- Credit freeze/unfreeze costs
- Post-incident credit monitoring
- Other expenses (e.g., postage, notary, mileage)
Pro Rata Cash Payment
Any leftover funds after deductions (e.g., legal fees and reimbursements) will be split evenly among claimants who submit valid claims. You may choose this in addition to an out-of-pocket claim.
How to File a Claim
Submit your claim by:
- Online (fastest and required for electronic payments), or
- Mail (print, complete, and send the PDF claim form)
Mailing Address:
In re: Leaders Staffing Data Incident Litigation
c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC
P.O. Box 5324
New York, NY 10150-5324
Claim Deadline: September 22, 2025
What You Need
To complete a claim:
- Your Class Member ID (found in your mailed notice)
- Proof of loss for reimbursement claims, such as:
- Receipts
- Invoices
- Bank or credit card statements
- Emails confirming expenses
(Handwritten receipts are not accepted on their own but can be included to support other documentation.)
Payment Options
- Electronic transfer (online claims only)
- Paper check
Settlement Breakdown ($550,000 Total Fund)
- Attorney fees: Up to $183,315
- Litigation costs: Up to $50,000
- Class representative awards: Up to $2,000 each
- Settlement administration: Cost TBD
- Claimant payments: Remaining funds divided among eligible class members
Important Dates
- Opt-Out Deadline: July 24, 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: September 8, 2025
- Claim Deadline: September 22, 2025
When Will Payments Be Made?
Payments will be issued after court approval and resolution of any appeals—typically within 60–90 days of final approval.
Why Is There a Settlement?
The lawsuit claimed that Leaders Staffing failed to secure its computer systems, leading to a data breach. Plaintiffs alleged that the breach exposed sensitive personal data. While Leaders Staffing denies wrongdoing, it agreed to settle to avoid the costs and risks of further litigation and to compensate affected individuals.
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Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.
