Apple American Group

Alleged failure by Apple American Group to protect private customer and employee information during a data breach discovered in April 2026.

Apple American Group, a franchisee of Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, is the defendant in at least eight proposed class action lawsuits following a data breach discovered on April 9, 2026. Plaintiffs allege the franchisee failed to adequately protect private customer and employee information, leading to potential harms such as identity theft. The lawsuits claim negligence, breach of implied contract, and unjust enrichment. Affected individuals began receiving notice letters around August 18, 2026. The lawsuits were filed in Ohio federal courts.

• Current and former Applebee's employees and customers whose private information was compromised in the April 2026 data breach.
• Individuals who received a data breach notice from the franchisee.
• Exact eligibility will be confirmed once the claim process opens.