American Addiction Centers (AAC), a U.S.-based addiction treatment provider, agreed to a $2.75 million settlement to resolve claims from a September 2024 data breach. If you received a notice that your personal information was compromised, the claim deadline was March 23, 2026.
⚠️ Status Update (March 31, 2026): The claim filing deadline of March 23, 2026 has now passed. The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for April 20, 2026. If approved, payouts are expected to begin August–September 2026.
American Addiction Centers Data Breach Settlement — Overview
| Settlement Fund | $2,750,000 |
| Company | American Addiction Centers (AAC) |
| Data Breach Date | Around September 26, 2024 |
| Claim Filing Deadline | March 23, 2026 ⚠️ (now passed) |
| Final Approval Hearing | April 20, 2026 |
| Expected Payout Date | August–September 2026 |
What Happened?
AAC discovered a data breach around September 26, 2024, in which an unauthorized third party may have accessed sensitive patient and employee records. The compromised data potentially included names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, contact information, medical record numbers, treatment details, and health insurance information. A class action lawsuit alleged that AAC failed to take reasonable precautions to secure this sensitive data.
Who Was Eligible?
- U.S. residents whose personal information was compromised in the September 2024 AAC data breach
- Individuals who received a notice from the Settlement Administrator listing their Class Member ID
Settlement Benefits
Eligible class members who filed a claim before the deadline could receive:
- Documented losses: Reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses directly related to the breach (bank fees, credit monitoring costs, identity theft expenses, etc.) up to the per-claimant cap
- Alternative cash payment: A flat payment for those without documented losses, subject to pro-rata adjustment based on total claims filed
- Credit monitoring: Free identity monitoring services for a defined period
Next Steps — Settlement Timeline
- ✅ Claim deadline: March 23, 2026 (passed)
- Final Approval Hearing: April 20, 2026
- Expected final approval: May 2026
- Expected payout distribution: August–September 2026 (if no appeals)
If you submitted a claim before March 23, 2026, no further action is required. Monitor your email or the settlement portal for updates on the approval and payout timeline.