Cornwell Quality Tools Data Breach Class Action Settlement
By Steve Levine
Image Credit: Unsplash | Published: September 23, 2025
Claim Form Deadline: November 27, 2025
Payout: Up to $5,000
Proof required: Varies
What is the Cornwell Quality Tools Data Breach Settlement?
You may be part of a new class action settlement reached with The Cornwell Quality Tools Company over allegations related to a September 22, 2022 data incident that may have involved personal identifying information. CQT denies wrongdoing but agreed to provide benefits such as two years of credit monitoring and either reimbursements for losses and time or a $50 alternative cash payment.What is the Total Settlement Amount?
This is a claims-made settlement with no fixed common fund. Valid claims will be paid as approved. The lawyers on the case will request up to $190,000 for fees, costs, and expenses, subject to Court approval.How Do I Qualify For a Payout?
You are included if your PII was impacted by the Data Incident and you received notice from CQT, subject to listed exclusions. File a timely claim and select benefits.How Much Can I Get Paid?
• Option 1: Two years of 3-bureau credit monitoring with $1M insurance, plus reimbursement of ordinary out-of-pocket losses and time up to $500 total (time up to 3 hours at $20/hour), and extraordinary losses up to $5,000 if due to identity fraud caused by the incident and not otherwise reimbursed.
• Option 2: Two years of 3-bureau credit monitoring plus a $50 alternative cash payment in lieu of any reimbursements.
Who Is Cornwell Quality Tools Company?
Cornwell Quality Tools Company, often referred to as CQT, is a U.S.-based manufacturer and distributor of professional-grade automotive and industrial tools. Founded in 1919 and headquartered in Wadsworth, Ohio, Cornwell supplies hand tools, tool storage, power tools, and automotive equipment primarily to mechanics and technicians. The company distributes its products through independent dealers who operate mobile tool trucks as well as through online sales. In this settlement, Cornwell Quality Tools is the defendant accused of failing to safeguard personal identifying information during the data breach. CQT denies wrongdoing but agreed to a settlement to resolve the claims.How Do I File a Claim?
Submit a claim online at CQTdatasettlement.com or mail a completed claim form to the Settlement Administrator by the deadline.What is the Claim Form Deadline?
November 27, 2025 (online submission or postmark if mailed).What are the Important Dates?
Exclude yourself or object by: October 28, 2025
Fairness Hearing: November 19, 2025
Claim Deadline: November 27, 2025
When is the Class Action Settlement Payment Date?
Payments will be made after the Court grants final approval and any appeals are resolved. Check the official website for updates.Is Proof Required to File a Claim?
$50 alternative cash: No supporting documents required.
Reimbursements: Third-party documentation is required for ordinary or extraordinary losses, and an attestation for time spent. Extraordinary loss claims require proof of identity theft or fraud more likely than not caused by the incident and proof of mitigation efforts.
What if I Don't Have a Unique ID and PIN?
To file a claim online, you will need the Notice ID and PIN provided in the mailed or emailed notice you received from Cornwell Quality Tools Company.• If you do not have your Notice ID and PIN, you can contact the Settlement Administrator via CQTdatasettlement.com.
• You may also print and complete a paper Claim Form and mail it to the Settlement Administrator at the address listed on the form.
• Alternative $50 Cash Payment: No additional proof is required beyond your Notice ID and PIN (or paper form).
• Reimbursements for Time, Ordinary, or Extraordinary Losses: You must provide third-party documentation such as receipts, invoices, statements, or other reasonable proof of your loss. Self-prepared documents are not sufficient.
All claims must be submitted online or postmarked by November 27, 2025.
Who Is Included?
All individuals in the United States whose PII was impacted by the Data Incident and who were sent notice, excluding CQT officers and directors, timely opt-outs, the presiding judge, and government entities and their immediate families.Case Information
Caption: Felger v. The Cornwell Quality Tools Company, No. 2025CIV0456 (Ct. Com. Pls., Medina County, Ohio).
Judge: Hon. Joyce V. Kimbler.
Settlement Administrator: Simpluris
How Do I Find Class Action Settlements?
Find all the latest class actions you can qualify for by getting notified of new lawsuits as soon as they are open to claims:Official Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Claim Form Website: CQTdatasettlement.com
Submit Claim
Sources
• Official Settlement Website• FAQ
• Court & Settlement Documents
• Long-Form Notice (PDF)
Filing Class Action Settlement Claims
Please note that your claim form will be rejected if you submit a settlement claim with any fraudulent information. By providing this information and your sworn statement of its veracity, you agree to do so under the penalty of perjury. If you are not sure whether you qualify, visit the class action administrator's website. OpenClassActions.com is a consumer advocacy and class action news site, and is not a class action administrator or a law firm.
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Pre-Qualify| CQT Data Breach Settlement Summary | |
| Status | Proposed Settlement |
|---|---|
| Claim Deadline | November 27, 2025 |
| Exclude/Object By | October 28, 2025 |
| Fairness Hearing | November 19, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. ET |
| Benefits | 2 years 3-bureau credit monitoring with $1M insurance; up to $500 ordinary losses and time; up to $5,000 extraordinary losses; or $50 alternative cash |
| Website | CQTdatasettlement.com |
| Claims Administrator | Simpluris |