If you received a letter or email about a data breach from Apple American Group LLC and/or Apple American Group II LLC (collectively, “Apple American Group”), an Ohio company that operates hundreds of Applebee’s restaurants, your sensitive personal information or protected health information may have been compromised in a recent data breach. Our firm is investigating this incident and can help you understand your rights and potential legal options.
On August 18, 2026, Apple American Group reported a data breach to the Attorney General of Vermont. According to the Vermont AG’s website, 2,992 Vermont residents were affected by the breach, which exposed numerous categories of personal and protected health information, including Social Security numbers, health records, and biometric information. Based on the types of information reported as compromised, the breach likely affects current and former employees of Apple American Group Applebee’s restaurants.
At publication, further details about the breach, such as when it occurred and how many people in total are affected, have not yet been made public. Having reported the breach to the Vermont AG, Apple American Group is likely issuing notice letters to individuals affected by the breach, if it has not already done so.
According to Apple American Group’s report to the Vermont Attorney General, the below categories of information may have been compromised, though it is possible that other categories may have been compromised as to residents of states other than Vermont:
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP is investigating whether affected persons are entitled to compensation. If you received a notice, there is no cost or obligation to participate. Follow the link below to find out about your rights and potential legal remedies available.
Apple American Group, headquartered in Independence, Ohio, operates around 460 Applebee’s restaurants across 23 states. Apple American Group is part of Flynn Group, a worldwide operator of franchise restaurants and health clubs.
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