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Heritage Bank Data Breach — Official Case File

WA filing|Reported Apr 23, 2026|0 data types exposed

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Quick Facts

State Filed
WA
Date Reported to AG
Apr 23, 2026
Date of Breach
Not disclosed
Records Affected
Not disclosed
Status
Investigation Open
Last Updated
Jul 21, 2026
Data Types Exposed

Not stated in the available filing record.

The Breach — What We Know

Heritage Bank was the subject of a data breach notification filed with the WA Attorney General. The AG filing was recorded on April 23, 2026.

Check Your Eligibility

You may have been affected by the Heritage Bank data breach if:

  • You received a written data breach notification letter from Heritage Bank
  • You are or were a customer, patient, or employee of Heritage Bank
  • Your information was held by Heritage Bank in WA

Rights Under the Law

Common categories of compensation in data breach class actions

Time & Inconvenience

Courts recognize that the time spent monitoring accounts, placing credit freezes, and dealing with the aftermath of a breach has real economic value. This category of damages is recoverable even without direct financial loss.

Emotional Distress

Data breach victims regularly report anxiety, loss of sleep, and ongoing fear of identity theft. These non-economic harms are cognizable injuries in data breach litigation, particularly in cases involving SSN or medical record exposure.

Note: an attorney general breach filing does not by itself establish a settlement fund, a payment amount, or a claim deadline. If an official settlement notice is later issued, rely on that notice for payment details and deadlines.

Applicable State Law

This breach was reported under the Washington My Health MY Data Act, which mandates notification and establishes your right to seek damages.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need proof that my data was misused to file a claim against Heritage Bank?

No. Under Washington My Health MY Data Act and federal law, the unauthorized exposure of your personal data — regardless of whether it has been actively misused — can be sufficient grounds for a claim. The breach itself is the injury.

How much does filing a claim cost?

Nothing. The Law Office of David S. Harris handles data breach cases on contingency — you pay zero upfront and owe nothing unless compensation is recovered.

Is there a deadline to file a claim?

State statutes of limitations for data breach claims typically run 2–4 years from the date of the breach or its discovery. Because this breach was recently disclosed, the window is open — but acting early preserves your options and strengthens the case.

What if Heritage Bank offered me free credit monitoring after the breach?

Accepting free credit monitoring from Heritage Bank does not waive your right to pursue legal action unless you signed a specific release waiving claims. In most cases, victims who accepted monitoring can still file.

Do I need to have received a notice letter to be eligible?

Not necessarily. Many data breach victims are never notified directly. If your personal information was held by Heritage Bank during the relevant period, you may still qualify even without receiving a letter. A free eligibility review can confirm your status.

How long does a data breach class action lawsuit take?

Most data breach class actions resolve within 18 to 36 months, though timelines vary by court and complexity. Your participation requires minimal effort — typically completing a claim form. Our office handles all litigation; you are notified when a settlement is reached.

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This case file references a public filing made with the state filing in WA. This website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any state government agency.

The Heritage Bank notification-letter record is independently documented at DataBreachLawCenter.com under /cases/heritage-bank.

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