NOTICE OF PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT Butler v. Case Foods, Inc. Case No. 25CVS003530-480 North Carolina Superior Court, Iredell County IF YOU WERE NOTIFIED THAT YOUR PRIVATE INFORMATION WAS POTENTIALLY COMPROMISED IN THE OCTOBER 2024 CASE FOODS, INC. DATA BREACH, A PROPOSED CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT MAY AFFECT YOUR RIGHTS AND ENTITLE YOU TO A CASH PAYMENT. A court has authorized this notice. This is not a solicitation from a lawyer. You are not being sued. Please read this Notice carefully and completely. • A Settlement has been reached with Case Foods, Inc. (“Case Foods” or “Defendant”) in a class action lawsuit. This case is about the targeted cyberattack on Case Foods’ computer systems that occurred in October 2024 (the “Data Breach”). Cybercriminals gained access to certain files contained on Defendant’s network. These files may have contained personal information such as names; Social Security numbers; financial account information, and driver’s license numbers. • The lawsuit is called Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480. It is pending in the North Carolina Superior Court for Iredell County (the “Litigation”). • Case Foods denies that it did anything wrong, and the Court has not decided who is right. • The parties have agreed to settle the lawsuit (the “Settlement”) to avoid the costs and risks, disruptions, and uncertainties of continuing the Litigation. • Case Foods’ records indicate that you are a Class Member, and entitled to benefits under the Settlement. You may have received a previous notice directly from Case Foods. • Your rights are affected whether you act or don’t act. Please read this Notice carefully and completely. SUMMARY OF YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS AND OPTIONS IN THIS SETTLEMENT DEADLINE SUBMIT A CLAIM The only way to receive benefits or payments from this Settlement January 17, 2027 is by submitting a valid and timely Claim Form. The fastest way to submit your Claim Form is online at www.CFISettlement.com. If you prefer, you can download the Claim Form from the Settlement Website and mail it to the Settlement Administrator. You may also call or email the Settlement Administrator to receive a paper copy of the Claim Form. OPT OUT OF THE You can choose to opt out of the Settlement and receive no benefit December 18, 2026 SETTLEMENT or payment. This option allows you to sue, continue to sue, or be part of another lawsuit against the Defendant related to the legal claims resolved by this Settlement. You can hire your own lawyer at your own expense. OBJECT TO THE If you do not opt out of the Settlement, you may object to it by December 18, 2026 SETTLEMENT AND/OR writing to the Court about why you don’t like the Settlement. You may also ask the Court for permission to speak about your ATTEND A HEARING objection at the Final Approval Hearing. If you object, you may also file a claim for Settlement benefits. DO NOTHING Unless you opt out of the Settlement, you are automatically part of No Deadline the Settlement. If you do nothing, you will not receive benefits or payments from this Settlement and you will give up the right to sue, continue to sue, or be part of another lawsuit against the Defendant related to the legal claims resolved by this Settlement. • These rights and options—and the deadlines to exercise them—are explained in this Notice. • The Court in charge of this case still has to decide whether to approve the Settlement. 2 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com WHAT THIS NOTICE CONTAINS BASIC INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 3 WHO IS IN THE SETTLEMENT .......................................................................................... 4 THE SETTLEMENT BENEFITS........................................................................................... 4 SUBMITTING A CLAIM FORM FOR SETTLEMENT BENEFITS ................................................ 6 THE LAWYERS REPRESENTING YOU ............................................................................... 7 EXCLUDING YOURSELF FROM THE SETTLEMENT ............................................................ 7 COMMENTING ON OR OBJECTING TO THE SETTLEMENT.................................................. 8 THE COURT’S FINAL APPROVAL HEARING ...................................................................... 9 IF I DO NOTHING ........................................................................................................... 9 GETTING MORE INFORMATION ...................................................................................... 9 Basic Information 1. Why was this Notice issued? The North Carolina Superior Court for Iredell County authorized this Notice. You have a right to know about the proposed Settlement of this class action lawsuit, and about all of your options, before the Court decides whether to grant final approval of the Settlement. This Notice explains the lawsuit, your legal rights, what benefits are available, and who can receive them. The lawsuit is called Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480. It is pending in the North Carolina Superior Court for Iredell County. The person who filed this lawsuit is called the “Plaintiff” (or “Class Representative”) and the company he sued, Case Foods, Inc., is called the “Defendant.” 2. What is this lawsuit about? This lawsuit alleges that during the October 2024 targeted cyberattack on Case Foods’ computer systems, certain files that contained private information were accessed. These files may have contained personal information such as names; Social Security numbers; financial account information; and driver’s license numbers. 3. What is a class action? In a class action, one or more individuals sue on behalf of other people with similar claims. These individuals are called the “Plaintiffs” or “Class Representatives.” Together, the people included in the class action are called a “Class” or “Class Members.” One court resolves the lawsuit for all Class Members, except for those who opt out from the settlement. In this Settlement, the Class Representative is Perry Butler. Everyone included in this Action are the Class Members. 4. Why is there a Settlement? The Court did not decide whether the Plaintiff or the Defendant are right. Both sides have agreed to a Settlement to avoid the costs and risks of a trial, and to allow the Class Members to receive benefits from the Settlement. The Plaintiff and his attorneys think the Settlement is best for all Class Members. 3 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com Who is in the Settlement? 5. Who is included in the Settlement? The court has defined the Class this way: “all individuals who were notified that their Private Information was potentially compromised October 2024 Data Breach.” 6. Are there exceptions to being included? Yes. The following are excluded from the Class: (i) Defendant and Defendant’s parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers and directors, and any entity in which Defendant has a controlling interest; (ii) all individual who make a timely election to be excluded from this proceeding using the correct protocol for opting out; (iii) any and all federal, state, or local governments, including but not limited to their departments, agencies, divisions, bureaus, boards, sections, groups, counsels and/or subdivisions; (iv) the attorneys representing the Parties in the Action; (v) all judges assigned to hear any aspect of the Action, as well as their immediate family members; and (vi) any person found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be guilty under criminal law of initiating, causing, aiding or abetting the Data Breach, or who pleads nolo contendere to any such charge. If you are not sure whether you are a Class Member, you can ask for free help any time by contacting the Settlement Administrator at: • Email: info@CFISettlement.com • Call toll free, 24/7: 1-(866) 675-2749 • By mail: Case Foods Data Breach Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 You may also view the Settlement Agreement at www.CFISettlement.com. The Settlement Benefits 7. What does the Settlement provide? The Settlement provides for Defendant to pay for the Settlement Class Member Benefits outlined below, the Costs of Notice and Claims Administration, Attorneys’ Fees, Costs, and Expenses awarded by the Court, and a Service Award to the Representative Plaintiff awarded by the Court. Please visit www.CFISettlement.com for complete information about the Settlement Benefits. • Expense Reimbursement for Documented Losses: Up to $2,000.00 for documented, unreimbursed out-of-pocket losses resulting from the Data Breach. • Alternative Cash Payment: Instead of Expense Reimbursement for Documented Losses, all Settlement Class Members can claim an alternative cash payment of up to $45. No documentation required. • Credit Monitoring: Two (2) years of one bureau credit monitoring services. 4 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com CASH PAYMENT OPTIONS Alternative Cash Payment. All Class Members may file a claim for a $45 Alternative Cash Payment in lieu of Expense Reimbursement for Documented Losses. You do not have to provide any proof or explanation to claim this cash payment. However, you do need to file a Claim Form in order to receive this $45 cash payment. Documented Losses. All Settlement Class Members who submit a Valid Claim using the Claim Form are eligible to receive reimbursement for the following documented out-of-pocket losses caused by the Data Breach, if not already reimbursed through any other source and, not to exceed $2,000.00 per Settlement Class Member: (i) unreimbursed costs to obtain credit reports; (ii) unreimbursed fees relating to a credit freeze; (iii) unreimbursed card replacement fees; (iv) unreimbursed late fees; (v) unreimbursed over-limit fees; (vi) unreimbursed interest and fees on payday loans taken as a result of the Data Breach; (vii) unreimbursed bank or credit card fees; (viii) unreimbursed postage, mileage, and other incidental expenses resulting from the Data Breach; and (ix) unreimbursed costs associated with up to one year of credit monitoring or identity theft insurance purchased after October 1, 2024, and prior to the Effective Date, with certification that it was purchased primarily as a result of the Data Breach. Settlement Class Members with expense reimbursement for Documented Losses claims must submit documentation supporting their claims. This can include receipts or other documentation not “self-prepared” by the claimant that document the costs incurred. “Self-prepared” documents such as handwritten receipts are, by themselves, insufficient to receive reimbursement, but can be considered to add clarity or support other submitted documentation. You cannot claim a payment for expenses that have already been reimbursed by a third party. CREDIT MONITORING SERVICES Settlement Class Members who submit a Valid Claim Form can elect to enroll in two (2) years of one bureau credit monitoring services. These services will be made available to all Settlement Class Members who choose to enroll regardless of whether they claim Expense Reimbursement for Documented Losses or the Alternative Cash Payment. A unique redemption code, allowing Settlement Class Members to enroll in these services will be sent to 5 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com each Settlement Class Member who submits a valid claim for such services after the Court approves the Settlement as final and after any appeals are resolved. If you have questions about these benefits, you can ask for free help any time by contacting the Settlement Administrator at: • Email: info@CFISettlement.com • Call toll free, 24/7: 1-(866) 675-2749 • By mail: Case Foods Data Breach Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 8. What claims am I releasing if I stay in the Class? If you stay in the class, you won’t be able to be part of any other lawsuit against Case Foods about the issues that this Settlement covers. The “Releases” section of the Settlement Agreement (Section 6) describes the legal claims that you give up if you remain in the Class. The Settlement Agreement is available at www.CFISettlement.com. Submitting a Claim Form for a Settlement Payment 9. How do I submit a claim for a Settlement benefit? The fastest way to submit your Claim Form is online at www.CFISettlement.com. If you prefer, you can download a printable Claim Form from the website and mail it to the Settlement Administrator at: Case Foods Data Breach Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 You may also contact the Settlement Administrator to request a Claim Form by telephone, toll free, 1-(866) 675-2749, by email info@CFISettlement.com, or by U.S. mail at the address above. 10. Are there any important Settlement payment deadlines? If you are submitting a Claim Form online, you must do so by January 17, 2027. If you are submitting a claim by U.S. mail, the completed and signed Claim Form, including supporting documentation, must be postmarked no later than January 17, 2027. 11. When will the Settlement benefits be issued? The Court will hold a final approval hearing on January 11, 2027 (see Question 18). If the Court approves the Settlement, there may be appeals. We do not know if appeals will be filed, or how long it will take to resolve them if they are filed. Settlement payments will be distributed if the Court grants final approval, and after any appeals are resolved. 6 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com The Lawyers Representing You 12. Do I have a lawyer in the case? Yes, the Court has appointed the law firm of Milberg, PLLC, to represent you and other Class Members (“Class Counsel”). 13. Should I get my own lawyer? You will not be charged for Class Counsel’s services. If you want your own lawyer, you may hire one at your expense. 14. How will Class Counsel be paid? Class Counsel will ask the court to approve $125,000.00 as reasonable attorney's fees and costs of litigation. This amount will be paid by Case Foods. Class Counsel will also ask for a Service Award payment of $2,500.00 for the Class Representative. The Service Award payment will also be paid by Case Foods. Excluding Yourself from the Settlement 15. How do I opt out of the Settlement? If you do not want to be part of the Settlement, you must formally exclude yourself from the Settlement. This is called a Request for Exclusion, and is sometimes also called “opting out.” If you opt out, you will not receive Settlement benefits or payment. However, you will keep any rights you may have to sue Case Foods on your own about the legal issues in this case. If you exclude yourself, you are telling the Court that you do not want to be part of the Settlement. You will not be eligible to receive any Settlement benefits if you exclude yourself. The deadline to exclude yourself from the Settlement is December 18, 2026. To be valid, your Request for Exclusion must have the following information: (1) the name of the Litigation: Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480; (2) your full name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address; (3) personal signature; and (4) the words “Request for Exclusion” or a clear and similar statement that you do not want to participate in the Settlement. You may only exclude yourself—not any other person. Mail your Request for Exclusion to the Settlement Administrator at: Case Foods Data Breach Settlement ATTN: Exclusion Request P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 7 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com Your Request for Exclusion must be submitted, postmarked, or emailed by December 18, 2026. Commenting on or Objecting to the Settlement 16. How do I tell the Court if I like or do not like the Settlement? If you are a Class Member and do not like part or all of the Settlement, you can object to it. Objecting means telling the Court your reasons for why you think the Court should not approve the Settlement. The Court will consider your views. You cannot object if you have excluded yourself from the Settlement (see Question 15) You must provide the following information for the Court to consider your objection: (1) your full name, address, telephone number, and email address (if any); (2) the case name and case number — Butler v. Case Foods, Inc., Case No. 25CVS003530-480; (3) information identifying the objector as a Settlement Class Member, including proof that the objector is a member of the Settlement Class (e.g., copy of original notice of the Data Breach or a statement explaining why you believes you are a Settlement Class Member); (4) a written statement of all grounds for the objection, accompanied by any legal support for the objection you believe to be applicable; (5) the identity of all counsel representing you in connection with the objection; (6) a statement whether you and/or your counsel will personally appear at the Final Fairness Hearing; (7) Your signature or the signature of your duly authorized attorney or other duly authorized representative. For your objection to be valid, it must meet each of these requirements. To be timely, written notice of an objection in the appropriate form must be mailed, with a postmark date no later than the December 18, 2026 to Class Counsel and to Defendant’s counsel as set forth below. Class Counsel Counsel for Defendant Mark K. Svensson O’HAGAN MEYER, PLLC MILBERG PLLC Attn: Candice Diah 405 East 50th Street 301 S. McDowell Street New York, New York 10022 Suite 707 Charlotte, North Carolina 28204 8 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com 17. What is the difference between objecting and excluding? Objecting is telling the Court that you do not like something about the Settlement. You can object to the Settlement only if you do not exclude yourself from the Settlement. Excluding yourself from the Settlement is opting out and stating to the Court that you do not want to be part of the Settlement. If you opt out of the Settlement, you cannot object to it because the Settlement no longer affects you. The Court’s Final Approval Hearing 18. When is the Court’s Final Approval Hearing? The Court will hold a final approval on January 11, 2027 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time, in Room 3 of the North Carolina Superior Court for Iredell County, at 226 Stockton St, Statesville, NC 28677. At the final approval hearing, the Court will decide whether to approve the Settlement. The court will also decide how Class Counsel should be paid, and whether to award Service Award payments to the Class Representatives. The Court will also consider any objections to the Settlement. If you are a Class Member, you or your lawyer may ask permission to speak at the hearing at your own cost (See Question 16). The date and time of this hearing may change without further notice. Please check www.CFISettlement.com for updates. 19. Do I have to come to the Final Approval Hearing? No. Class Counsel will answer any questions the Court may have. You may attend at your own expense if you wish, but you do not have to. If you file an objection, you do not have to come to the Final Approval Hearing to talk about it; the Court will consider it as long as it was filed on time. You may also pay your own lawyer to attend, but you do not have to. If I Do Nothing 20. What happens if I do nothing at all? If you do nothing, you will not receive a benefit from this Settlement. You will also give up the rights described in Question 8. Getting More Information 21. How do I get more information? This Notice is a summary of the proposed Settlement. The full Settlement Agreement and other related documents are available at the Settlement Website, www.CFISettlement.com. If you have additional questions, you can ask for free help any time by contacting the Settlement Administrator at: • Email: info@CFISettlement.com • Call toll free, 24/7: 1-(866) 675-2749 9 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com • By mail: Case Foods Data Breach Settlement c/o Settlement Administrator P.O. Box 26170 Santa Ana, CA 92799-9958 You can obtain copies of publicly filed documents by visiting the office of the Clerk of the Court at 226 Stockton St, Statesville, NC 28677 or by visiting https://portal-nc.tylertech.cloud/Portal/. DO NOT CONTACT THE COURT OR CLERK OF COURT REGARDING THIS SETTLEMENT 10 Questions? Call 1-(866) 675-2749 Toll-Free or Visit www.CFISettlement.com