How much does the Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement pay?

The total settlement fund is $486,000. 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 Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement?

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 19, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.

Is the Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?

Postlethwaite & Netterville is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at seattlehadataincident.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 Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach 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 December 5, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 19, 2025. 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

In October 2023, cybercriminals conducted a cyberattack on the Seattle Housing Authority and potentially accessed and/or acquired files containing individuals' personal information. The Seattle Housing Authority denies all claims and denies wrongdoing, but has agreed to settle the case.

Do you qualify?

All U.S. residents whose personal information was accessed and/or acquired in the October 2023 data breach involving the Seattle Housing Authority. There are approximately 72,000 class members.

How to file

Submit a Claim Form via U.S. mail or online by November 19, 2025 to receive settlement benefits. The page provides a "Submit a Claim" link for filing claims online.

Common questions

How much does the Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement pay?: The total settlement fund is $486,000. 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 Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement?: This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was November 19, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Is the Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?: Postlethwaite & Netterville is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at seattlehadataincident.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 Seattle Housing Authority Data Breach 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 December 5, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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This summary was generated from public settlement documents and may contain errors. Confirm eligibility, deadlines, and payment terms on the official settlement website before filing. ClaimWatch is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Filing a claim is free.

Claim deadline: November 19, 2025
Settlement fund: $486,000
Class period: October 1, 2023 – October 31, 2023
Exclusion deadline: October 20, 2025
Final hearing: December 5, 2025
Case: Lewis et al. v. Seattle Housing Authority
Case number: 24-2-16171-6 SEA
Court: Superior Court of King County, Washington
Administrator: Postlethwaite & Netterville

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