HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union Data Breach Settlement

If you received a mailed notification from HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union that your information may have been impacted in a cyberattack perpetrated against HawaiiUSA in December 2022, you may be eligible to claim compensation from a class action settlement.

HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union has agreed to pay $250,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged mishandling of personally identifiable information during a cyberattack.

Who Can Submit a Claim?

• All individuals who were notified by HawaiiUSA about the potential impact on their information.
• Individuals who were customers or employees of HawaiiUSA on or before December 12, 2022.
• United States Residents

What Can Class Members Get?

• 24 months of credit monitoring service free of charge.
• An alternative cash payment of $50 in lieu of other compensations.
• Ordinary Expense Reimbursement:
• Out-of-pocket expenses up to $400.
• Fees for credit reports, credit monitoring, or identity theft insurance products.
• Up to 4 hours of lost time at $20 per hour.

• Extraordinary Expense Reimbursement:
• Monetary losses up to $4,000.
• Professional fees, including attorneys’ fees, accountants’ fees, and fees for credit repair services.

Is Proof Required to Submit a Claim?

Yes, proof is required to submit a claim. Claimants need to provide documentation for the losses they incurred. This includes:

• Receipts or account statements reflecting purchases made for credit monitoring or identity theft insurance services.
• Invoices or statements reflecting payments made for professional fees/services.
• Detailed lists of locations traveled to, reasons for travel, and the number of miles traveled.

How to Claim an Award

1. Visit the online claim form or request a paper Claim Form.
2. Fill out the Claim Form with your name, contact information, and details of your claim.
3. Attach any required documentation to support your claim.
4. Submit the completed Claim Form online or mail it to the Claims Administrator.

Payout options

• PayPal
• Venmo
• Zelle
• Virtual Prepaid Card
• Physical check.

How is the settlement fund distributed?

The settlement fund of $250,000 will cover:

• 24 months of credit monitoring services for class members.
• Compensation for unreimbursed ordinary expenses up to $400 per member.
• Compensation for unreimbursed extraordinary losses up to $4,000 per member.
• An alternative cash payment of $50 for class members who choose this option.
• Attorneys’ fees and costs, which will be paid by HawaiiUSA.
• Service awards for the Representative Plaintiffs.

Important Dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: August 27, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing: September 17, 2024

When is the HawaiiUSA Payout Date?

The awards will be paid after the Court gives final approval to the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The class action settlement was reached to resolve claims that HawaiiUSA mishandled personally identifiable information during a cyberattack in December 2022. By settling, both sides avoid the cost and risk of a trial, and class members can receive benefits from the settlement.

What Happens Next?

Next, the Court will hold a Final Fairness Hearing on September 17, 2024, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, the settlement benefits will be distributed to class members who submitted valid claims.