If your personal data was compromised in the 2023 Berry Dunn data breach, you could be in for a surprise settlement.
A massive $7.25 million settlement is now available for those impacted by the 2023 data breach tied to Berry Dunn and its tech partner Reliable Networks. If you were one of the many whose personal info got compromised, you could be owed as much as $5,500, and all it takes is one document to claim it.
Back in September 2023, both companies were hit with a cyberattack that let unauthorized parties access sensitive customer data. People affected by the breach were suddenly at risk of fraud, scams, and identity theft. The lawsuit that followed claimed that this breach could’ve been avoided entirely if proper cybersecurity practices had been in place.
While neither company is admitting to any fault, they’ve agreed to a settlement that benefits all impacted individuals. So what’s up for grabs? If you suffered financial damage from the breach and have proof, like receipts, identity theft reports, or fraudulent bank activity, you could receive up to $5,000. That’s in addition to a baseline cash payout that everyone gets just for being part of the class.
Didn’t lose any money? No problem. Anyone affected by the breach can still get a flat cash payment of up to $100. Depending on how many people file a claim, that amount might go up or down, but it’s basically free cash. Also, every person in the settlement can snag three full years of credit monitoring for free, worth around $270 total.
To lock in your payment, you’ll need to submit a valid claim by May 22, 2025. If you’d rather stay out of the whole thing entirely, you have until May 7 to opt out. But if you’re even slightly affected by this breach, it’s worth filing. You may only need a single document, like a notice from the company, to prove you’re eligible.
This whole situation is a solid reminder that when companies slip up with your private data, you’re not powerless. Holding them accountable doesn’t just mean better protections in the future, it could also mean money in your pocket now.
The firms at the center of this breach serve a lot of industries, everything from government to healthcare to nonprofits, which means the list of affected individuals could be long. That also means the sooner you act, the better.
Time’s ticking. If your info was part of that breach, now’s your shot to claim what you’re owed. With just a few minutes and the right document, you could walk away with hundreds, or even thousands, just for being part of the mess someone else made.
