In re: Fortive Data Security Litigation Settlement

If you received a notice that your personal information may have been compromised in the Fortive data breaches between January 25 and November 6 2023, you could be entitled to free three-bureau credit monitoring, up to $5,000 in expense reimbursements, lost-time payments, and a cash award of at least $5. Submit Your Claim by December 19 2025.

Who Is Eligible?

All individuals listed in Fortive’s class list whose data was exposed in the two incidents underlying In re: Fortive Data Security Litigation, Case No. 2:24-CV-01668-RAJ (W.D. Wash.). Excluded are persons who opt out of the settlement.

What Benefits Can Class Members Receive?

• Credit Monitoring: Three-bureau monitoring & up to $1 million identity-theft insurance for 3 years.
• Out-of-Pocket Losses: Reimbursement up to $5,000 for documented expenses fairly traceable to the breach (e.g., bank fees, fraud losses, credit-freeze costs).
• Lost Time: Up to 4 hours at $20/hour for time spent addressing the incident.
• Cash Payment: Pro-rata share of remaining funds — no less than $5 — automatically awarded when you file any other claim type.

Important Deadlines

How to File a Claim

1. Visit the official settlement site and choose online or paper submission.
2. Provide your Claimant ID (from your notice) and contact details.
3. Select benefits and upload supporting documents for expenses or lost time.
4. Submit online or postmark the paper form by December 19 2025.

Questions? Call the Settlement Administrator at (833) 621-6257 or email info@thefortivesettlement.com.

Key Court Documents

Download official filings for full details:

Settlement Agreement Preliminary Approval Order Claim Form (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fortive Data Security Litigation about?

The lawsuit claims two cyber incidents exposed Fortive subsidiaries’ customers’ personal information. Defendants deny wrongdoing but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.

Do I need proof of purchase or breach notice to file?

You must be on the class list; providing the unique Claimant ID from your mailed/email notice speeds verification. Documentation is only required for expense or lost-time claims.

Will my cash payment be taxed?

Neither the Court nor the parties provide tax advice. Consider consulting a tax professional about how any payment under the Fortive settlement may affect you.

What happens if I do nothing?

You will give up the right to sue Fortive over the data incident and receive no benefits from this settlement.

How do I exclude myself?

Send a signed request to opt out, postmarked by November 21 2025, to the address listed on the settlement website. Opt-outs keep the right to pursue separate claims.