If you received notice that your personal information may have been compromised in the Leo Hamel Fine Jewelers, Inc. ("LHFJ") cybersecurity incident that took place on or about November 10, 2022, you may be eligible for settlement benefits.

What is this Lawsuit about?

The complaint alleges that LHFJ failed to properly secure and safeguard Plaintiff's and other current and former employees' personal information, which was allegedly accessed by an unauthorized person as a result of a Cybersecurity Incident on or about November 10, 2022.

LHFJ denies the allegations asserted by the Class Representative in the Action and contends that LHFJ was and is complying with applicable state law. The Court has not made any ruling on the merits of this case. The attorneys for the Class Representative and LHFJ have agreed to settle the Action, subject to the approval of the Court.

How do I know if I am in the Settlement Class?

If you received Notice, LHFJ's records indicate that you are included in the Settlement Class. "Settlement Class" or "Settlement Class Members" means current and former employees of Defendant who reside in the United States and whose information may have been impacted by the Cybersecurity Incident.

What does the Settlement provide?

If the Court grants final approval, LHFJ will provide the following Settlement benefits to the Settlement Class Members. You may choose both benefits.

  • Cash Compensation: All Settlement Class Members who submit a valid Claim are eligible for cash distribution initially set at $25.00 which is subject to pro rata increase or decrease.
  • Credit Monitoring Services: All Settlement Class Members who submit a valid Claim are eligible to receive twenty-four (24) months of credit monitoring services and the purchase of an identity theft policy.

YOUR RIGHTS AND OPTIONS IN THIS SETTLEMENT

SUBMIT A CLAIM FORM ON OR BEFORE JULY 20, 2026 The only way to receive the settlement benefits is to submit a Claim Form by the deadline.
EXCLUDE YOURSELF ON OR BEFORE JUNE 19, 2026 If you ask to be excluded, you will not receive the settlement benefits, but you may be able to file your own individual lawsuit against LHFJ for the same claims. This is the only option that leaves you the right to file your own lawsuit against LHFJ for the claims that are being resolved by the Settlement. In order to be effective, you must submit a request for exclusion by the deadline.
OBJECT ON OR BEFORE JUNE 19, 2026 You can remain in the Settlement Class and submit an objection to the settlement administrator telling the Court why you do not like the Settlement. You may also appear at the Final Approval Hearing to object to the Settlement. If your objections are overruled, you will be bound by the Settlement.
DO NOTHING If you do nothing, you will not receive the settlement benefits. If you do nothing, you will also remain in the Settlement Class and forfeit your right to sue or bring any claim against LHFJ related to the Cybersecurity Incident