Lee Valley Tools Data Breach Lawsuit

Lee Valley Tools Data Breach Details

On March 12, 2025, Lee Valley became aware of suspicious activity following a breach of its cloud server, which supports the company’s website.

In response, Lee Valley acted swiftly, launching an investigation and bringing in cybersecurity experts to assess and address the situation. The investigation revealed that the breach occurred between October 8, 2024, and March 12, 2025, due to an external hacking incident. While Lee Valley does not store or handle credit card information directly—relying on a third-party processor for transactions—the investigation revealed that an unauthorized party was able to capture certain customer data entered on the website during this time.

As a precaution, Lee Valley is offering 12 months of complimentary credit monitoring and identity restoration services to those affected by the breach. Instructions on how to activate these services are included in the letters sent to impacted individuals.

Personal Information Affected

While the specific data elements vary by individual, the potentially exposed information could include:

Name

Address

Credit card number

Expiration date

CVV code

How to Know if You Were Affected

If you received a data breach notification from the Lee Valley Tools, your personal information may have been compromised. While most victims are officially notified through a “Notice of Data Breach” in the mail, the consequences—such as fraudulent transactions and identity theft—can begin long before the notice arrives.

Steps to Take if You Were Affected by the Lee Valley Tools Data Breach

Stay Alert for Phishing Scams
Scammers may exploit the data breach by posing as Lee Valley Tools. Be cautious of unexpected emails, texts, or calls requesting personal information. When in doubt, verify communications directly with the company through official channels.

Monitor Your Credit and Financial Accounts
Regularly check your bank statements, credit card activity, and credit reports for unauthorized transactions. Set up account alerts to detect suspicious activity early. Take advantage of free credit reports and review them carefully for unfamiliar accounts or discrepancies.

Consider Freezing Your Credit
For added security, request a credit freeze from all three major credit bureaus. This prevents new accounts from being opened in your name while still allowing you to use existing credit. You can temporarily lift the freeze when necessary if applying for credit.

Class Action U, in partnership with KO Lawyers, is helping individuals affected by the Lee Valley Tools data breach explore their legal options. If your personal information was compromised, you may be eligible for compensation.

How Class Action U Can Help

Class Action U is committed to empowering consumers to take collective legal action against corporations that fail to protect sensitive data. By joining a class action lawsuit, affected individuals can pursue compensation efficiently while holding Lee Valley Tools accountable for their negligence.

Potential compensation may cover:

Loss of privacy
Time spent addressing the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress

A successful lawsuit could also compel Lee Valley Tools to strengthen their security measures and prevent future breaches. Contact Class Action U today to determine your eligibility for a data breach class action lawsuit and explore the compensation that may be available to you.