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Tempel Steel Data Breach Settlement

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was April 6, 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

Tempel Steel Company was the victim of a targeted cyberattack in February 2025 in which certain files containing personal information were potentially accessed, including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, tax identification numbers, dates of birth, health insurance information, health information, driver's license numbers, state-issued identification card numbers, and financial account information. Tempel Steel denies wrongdoing, and this settlement was reached to avoid the costs and risks of continuing the litigation.

Do you qualify?

Anyone whose personal information was in files potentially accessed by the cyberattack on Tempel Steel's computer systems in February 2025. Eligible individuals are those who received notice from the Settlement Administrator indicating they are a Class Member.

How to file

Submit a valid Claim Form by April 6, 2026. You can submit it online at the settlement website, download and mail it to the Settlement Administrator, or call/email the Settlement Administrator to request a paper copy.

Common questions

What is the claim deadline for the Tempel Steel Data Breach Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was April 6, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Is the Tempel Steel Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Claims are filed at tempeldatasettlement.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 Tempel Steel 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 May 6, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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.

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