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Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated

Lee Enterprises had a data security incident that exposed customer information. If you got a notice about it, you can file a claim for cash or credit monitoring.

All persons identified as being among those individuals impacted by the Data Security Incident, including all who were sent a notice of the Data Security Incident. Payout: Up to $1,000 for ordinary losses, up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses, or a one-time pro rata cash payment expected to be $35.00; plus one year of CyEx credit monitoring with $1M fraud insurance. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: May 26, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 18, 2026.

This settlement is closed. The claim deadline was May 26, 2026. It’s listed here for reference — the claim window has closed. Browse settlements open for claims →

Who may qualify

You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.

You may qualify if you were identified as someone affected by the Lee Enterprises data security incident — including anyone who received a notice about it.

Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
All persons identified as being among those individuals impacted by the Data Security Incident, including all who were sent a notice of the Data Security Incident.

This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.

New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.

Proof requirements

Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.

Review the official claim form before submitting any information.

What you need. Proof is optional — you can file for the flat $35.00 cash payment with no documentation. If you want to claim up to $1,000 or $3,000 for actual losses, you'll need to provide supporting documents like receipts or statements.

Important dates

May 26, 2026
closed
Claim deadline (closed)
Last day to submit a claim to the administrator.
Apr 24, 2026
passed
Exclusion deadline (passed)
Last day to opt out of the settlement.
Apr 24, 2026
passed
Objection deadline (passed)
Last day to file an objection with the court.

How hard is this claim to file?

Lee Enterprises' February 2025 breach may have exposed your name, Social Security number, and medical info — if you got a notice, you're in the class and nothing gets paid to you unless you file. The no-proof flat cash payment is the easiest path, but if you had real out-of-pocket costs or identity theft losses there are reimbursement tracks that pay more.

Documents you'll need

Watch out for

  • The claim deadline was May 26, 2026 — if that date has passed, your window may be closed. Call (833) 647-9093 or email info@LeeEnterprisesSettlement.com to check whether late submissions are still accepted.
  • You cannot select the Alternative Cash Payment and also claim Option A or Option B — pick one cash track only.
  • Only losses that occurred between June 1, 2025, and May 26, 2026 qualify for Options A and B — losses outside that window will not be reimbursed.
  • Personal notes alone are not sufficient proof for Options A or B — you need actual receipts or third-party documentation to back them up.
  • Any expenses already reimbursed by your bank, insurer, or another third party cannot be claimed here.
  • Use only the official site leeenterprisessettlement.com — scam look-alike settlement sites are common after data breach cases.

We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.

How do I file a claim for this settlement?

This record no longer has an open public claim form — confirm the current status and any next steps on the official source.

  1. 1
    Go to https://leeenterprisessettlement.com/form/claim/ and open the online Claim Form — this is the fastest method and the deadline is May 26, 2026.
  2. 2
    Choose your cash benefit track: the Alternative Cash Payment (no proof needed, expected to be $35.00), Option A for documented ordinary out-of-pocket losses up to $1,000.00, or Option B for identity theft or fraud losses up to $3,000.00. You cannot combine the flat cash option with Option A or B.
  3. 3
    All class members can also enroll in one year of CyEx credit monitoring with $1M fraud insurance — claim this regardless of which cash track you pick.
  4. 4
    If you pick Option A or B, attach your supporting documents — receipts, bank statements, or other records. For Option A lost-time claims, include a signed attestation for the hours spent dealing with breach-related tasks like changing passwords or investigating suspicious account activity.
  5. 5
    Submit online by May 26, 2026, or print, sign, and mail the form to: Lee Enterprises Data Security Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799 — postmarked no later than May 26, 2026.
  6. 6
    Payments will not go out until after the Final Approval Hearing on June 30, 2026 and any appeals are resolved, so expect a wait after you file.

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When will I get paid?

  1. Claims open
  2. Court approval
  3. Payments sent You are here
  4. Distribution complete

Payments have started going out. Timing varies by claim — use the official source for your individual payment status.

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  • Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
  • Payment status the official settlement website · Jun 18, 2026
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  • Claim deadline

    May 26, 2026

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    "If you are submitting a Claim Form online, you must do so by May 26, 2026."
  • Eligibility summary

    All persons identified as being among those individuals impacted by the Data Security Incident, including all who were sent a notice of the Data Security Incident.

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

  • Proof requirement

    Optional

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    No proof or explanation is needed.
  • Payment status

    Payment pending

    Verified Jun 18, 2026 · against the official settlement website

  • Estimated payout

    Up to $1,000 for ordinary losses, up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses, or a one-time pro rata cash payment expected to be $35.00; plus one year of CyEx credit monitoring with $1M fraud insurance.

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    "In lieu of the benefits in Option A or Option B, you may claim a one-time pro rata cash payment. This payment is expected to be $35.00."
  • Administrator

    Lee Enterprises Data Security Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

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  • Objection deadline

    April 24, 2026

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    "Your Opt-Out Request must be submitted and postmarked by April 24, 2026."
  • Opt-out deadline

    April 24, 2026

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    "The deadline to opt-out from the Settlement is April 24, 2026."
  • Class period start

    June 1, 2025

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    Losses must occur between June 1, 2025, and May 26, 2026.
  • Court

    United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    "The United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa, authorized the Notice."
  • Court case number

    3:25-cv-00067-SMR-SBJ

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    Case No. 3:25-cv-00067-SMR-SBJ" in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa.
  • Case name

    Fetes, et al. v. Lee Enterprises, Inc.

    Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website

    The case name is "Fetes, et al. v. Lee Enterprises, Inc., Case No. 3:25-cv-00067-SMR-SBJ" in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa.

Common questions

Is the Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated settlement legitimate?

Yes — the Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Lee Enterprises Data Security Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799 under case 3:25-cv-00067-SMR-SBJ in United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa. File only through the official settlement website (leeenterprisessettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 18, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.

Who may qualify for this settlement?

All persons identified as being among those individuals impacted by the Data Security Incident, including all who were sent a notice of the Data Security Incident.

How much can I get from the Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated settlement?

Up to $1,000 for ordinary losses, up to $3,000 for extraordinary losses, or a one-time pro rata cash payment expected to be $35.00; plus one year of CyEx credit monitoring with $1M fraud insurance. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.

What is the claim deadline?

The claim deadline is May 26, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.

Do I need proof to claim?

Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.

What is the current payment status?

Current payment status: Payment pending. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.

When will Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated pay out?

Current payment status: Payment pending. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.

Where is the official Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated claim form?

The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Lee Enterprises Data Security Incident Settlement, c/o Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 25226, Santa Ana, CA 92799. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.

How do I know if I qualify?

If Lee Enterprises sent you a notice about the data security incident, you're in the class and can file a claim.

Do I need to show any proof?

Not necessarily. You can claim the flat cash payment with no paperwork. If you want reimbursement for real out-of-pocket losses, you'll need to back those up with documentation.

What's the deadline to file?

The claim deadline was 2026-05-26.

What exactly will I get?

Your choice: reimbursement for ordinary losses up to $1,000, extraordinary losses up to $3,000 (with docs), or a one-time cash payment expected to be $35.00 — plus one year of CyEx credit monitoring with $1M fraud insurance included either way.

Where to act

When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.

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The claim deadline (May 26, 2026) has passed — this settlement is closed to new claims. Listed for reference.

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Listed on the official settlement website (Lee Enterprises Data Security Incident Settlement).

Status history

Every status and verification change we have recorded for this settlement, newest first. We log the date we made each change; we never publish the underlying evidence link.

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  2. Payment status updated from an official source.
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SettleSignal summary card for Fetes v. Lee Enterprises Incorporated — up to $1,000, claim by May 26, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source on June 18, 2026.
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