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Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement

$45–$3,080

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 19, 2026. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →

What happened

Dufresne Spencer Group experienced unauthorized access to its systems between May 15, 2023 and June 5, 2023, exposing sensitive personal information of employees and customers including names, contact information, banking details, Social Security numbers, driver's licenses, payment card information, and medical data. Dufresne denies any wrongdoing.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who resides in the United States and received written notification from Dufresne Spencer Group indicating that their private information was potentially accessed, viewed, and/or obtained as a result of the data incident that occurred between May 15, 2023 and June 5, 2023.

What you can claim

Read from the official settlement notice. Confirm the terms that apply to you on the administrator's site before filing.

  • Reimbursement for Documented Extraordinary Losses

    $2,500 each

    Reimbursement for extraordinary losses that are actual, documented, unreimbursed, and more likely than not caused by the Data Incident, occurring between May 15, 2023 and the Claims Deadline, provided the claimant made reasonable efforts to avoid or seek reimbursement for the loss.

  • Reimbursement for Attested Lost Time

    $80 each

    Reimbursement for up to four hours of lost time spent dealing with the Data Incident at $20.00 per hour, totaling up to $80.00, provided at least one full hour was spent and the claimant attests to the time spent and provides a description of activities.

  • Alternative Cash Payment

    $45 each

    An alternative flat cash payment of $45.00 that can be claimed instead of submitting claims for Attested Lost Time, Documented Extraordinary Losses, or Documented Out-of-Pocket Losses, and may be combined with a request for Credit Monitoring.

  • Credit Monitoring

    Two years of credit monitoring provided to Settlement Class Members who request it through the Claim Form before the Claims Deadline of March 19, 2026.

  • Information Security Improvements

    Dufresne will implement or maintain various data security improvements with costs paid by Dufresne separate from other Settlement Benefits.

Who is in the class

You are a Settlement Class Member if you reside in the United States and were sent written notification by Dufresne Spencer Group that indicated your Private Information was potentially accessed, viewed, and/or obtained as a result of the Data Incident that occurred between May 15, 2023 and June 5, 2023.

Quoted from the settlement notice.

How to file

Submit a claim form online or by mail postmarked no later than March 19, 2026. Claimants can receive an Alternative Cash Payment of $45.00 without documentation, or submit documented receipts and proof of losses for reimbursement of out-of-pocket losses (up to $500), extraordinary losses (up to $2,500), or lost time (up to $80). Credit monitoring can be requested with any claim.

Common questions

How much does the Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement pay?
Estimated payout: $45–$3,080. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
What is the claim deadline for the Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was March 19, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement?
Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
Is the Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Simpluris is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at dsgsettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
When will payments from the Dufresne Spencer Group Data Incident Settlement be sent?
Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for March 4, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

  • Rosalyn Parker

Defendants

  • The Dufresne Spencer Group, LLC

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