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Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach Settlement
Court case: Joanne Vannier and James Ciuffo v. Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union
If you got a notice that your information was caught up in the July 2024 Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union data breach, you may be able to claim a cash payment plus two years of free credit monitoring.
You may be eligible if Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union's records identify you as a Class Member whose private information was potentially exposed in the July 2024 data security incident, in which files containing information such as name, Social Security number, financial information, credit card number, and debit card number may have been accessed. Payout: Choose one cash option: (A) reimbursement of documented out-of-pocket losses incurred between July 17, 2024 and September 8, 2026 up to $4,500.00, which includes reimbursement for lost time of up to four hours at $25.00 per hour for a maximum of $100.00 (counts toward the $4,500.00 cap); or (B) a one-time alternative cash payment of $75.00 with no proof required. All Class Members may also enroll in two years of CyEx Financial Shield Complete credit monitoring with $1 million of financial fraud insurance. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: September 8, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on August 30, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may be eligible if Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union identified you as a Class Member whose personal information (such as name, Social Security number, or financial and card details) may have been exposed in the July 2024 data security incident.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
You may be eligible if Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union's records identify you as a Class Member whose private information was potentially exposed in the July 2024 data security incident, in which files containing information such as name, Social Security number, financial information, credit card number, and debit card number may have been accessed.
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.
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What you'll need to file
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- Filing method Portal (notice ID required) · mail-in PDF also available
- Notice ID Required — from your mailed/emailed notice — lost it? The administrator can resend it (see your claim workspace)
- Payment options unknown
- Documentation For Cash Payment A (Documented Losses), proof is required such as bank statements or receipts; self-prepared notes may supplement but are not sufficient alone, and expenses must be attributable to the incident. For Alte…
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- Only one of the two cash options can be claimed.
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?
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1Read the class action notice linked from the settlement site.
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2Choose the documented-loss option or the flat cash option.
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3Submit the claim form before the deadline.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open
- Court approval
- Payments sent You are here
- Distribution complete
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Verified Aug 21, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (www.parksheritagedataincident.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on August 30, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You may be eligible if Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union's records identify you as a Class Member whose private information was potentially exposed in the July 2024 data security incident, in which files containing information such as name, Social Security number, financial information, credit card number, and debit card number may have been accessed.
How much can I get from the Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach settlement?
Choose one cash option: (A) reimbursement of documented out-of-pocket losses incurred between July 17, 2024 and September 8, 2026 up to $4,500.00, which includes reimbursement for lost time of up to four hours at $25.00 per hour for a maximum of $100.00 (counts toward the $4,500.00 cap); or (B) a one-time alternative cash payment of $75.00 with no proof required. All Class Members may also enroll in two years of CyEx Financial Shield Complete credit monitoring with $1 million of financial 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 September 8, 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 Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach Settlement 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 Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union Data Breach Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
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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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.
- Claim deadline passed.
- Payment status updated from an official source.
- Settlement published after verification.
Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.