Applebee's Franchisee Data Breach Class Action Lawsuits
Case Overview
Jesse Lema and Shilo Daniels have initiated separate class action lawsuits against Apple American Group LLC and Apple American Group II LLC, the franchisee of Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar. These actions stem from a data breach that took place in April 2026, alleging that the franchisee did not safeguard the private information entrusted to it.
Lema claims the franchisee was negligent and failed to use necessary resources to protect private data, while Daniels alleges the company failed to adequately protect or even encrypt or redact the sensitive information. Both complaints assert that the franchisee's conduct constitutes negligence, breach of implied contract, and unjust enrichment, affecting a nationwide class of individuals whose data was compromised.
The lawsuits are currently filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. Plaintiffs are seeking various forms of damages, including actual, compensatory, and statutory damages. For updates on these claims, individuals are advised to consult with their attorney or the settlement administrator, as Top Class Actions is a news source and does not process claims.
,Who May Qualify
All persons whose private information was maintained by the Applebee’s franchisee and compromised in the data breach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who filed the class action lawsuits against the Applebee's franchisee?
The lawsuits were independently filed by Jesse Lema and Shilo Daniels.
What is the basis of the claims?
The claims allege that the Applebee’s franchisee failed to adequately protect private information belonging to employees and others following a data breach in April 2026.
Where were the lawsuits filed?
The class action lawsuits were filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.
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