Valley Mountain Regional Center Data Breach Settlement
$100–$5,000
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 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
Cybercriminals accessed files containing private information during an August 2023 cyberattack on Valley Mountain Regional Center. The defendant denies all claims and wrongdoing, but has agreed to settle the disputed claims.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who received a notification from Valley Mountain Regional Center about the August 2023 Data Security Incident.
How to file
Submit a valid Claim Form by August 19, 2025. You can claim either documented losses up to $5,000 or a cash payment of $100, subject to pro rata adjustment if the fund is insufficient.
Common questions
- How much does the Valley Mountain Regional Center Data Breach Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: $100–$5,000. The total settlement fund is $2.2M. 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 Valley Mountain Regional Center Data Breach Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 19, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Valley Mountain Regional Center Data Breach 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 Valley Mountain Regional Center Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Claims are filed at vmrcdatasettlement.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 Valley Mountain Regional Center 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. Payments cannot be issued until the court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved.
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