Equinox, Inc. (Albany, NY) data breach settlement

What happened?

Equinox, Inc., a nonprofit in Albany, New York, settled two lawsuits over an April 2024 data breach. Names, Social Security numbers and health details may have been exposed. People who got a breach notice can claim cash for documented losses, an estimated $100 payment without proof, and credit monitoring.

Equinox, Inc. is a nonprofit in Albany, New York that runs domestic violence, mental health and youth programs. Around April 29, 2024, it found suspicious activity on its computer network, and personal information may have been accessed. Two lawsuits followed, and Equinox agreed to settle them. It denies doing anything wrong, and the court has not decided who is right.

You are covered if you live in the United States and Equinox sent you a notice that your private information may have been involved. The information that may have been involved includes names, addresses, birth dates, Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, health insurance and medical details, financial information and patient ID numbers.

You can claim up to $5,000 for documented losses from the incident, such as unreimbursed fraud or identity theft costs, with receipts or statements to back them up. You can also claim a pro rata cash payment, estimated at $100. The claim form does not ask for documents for it, and the amount can go up or down depending on how many valid claims come in. Credit monitoring for up to 3 years, with up to $1 million of identity theft insurance, is also available.

To claim, file online at the settlement website or mail a claim form by October 23, 2026. Mailed forms must be postmarked by that date. The deadline to opt out or object was September 23, 2026. The court's final approval hearing is set for November 12, 2026, and that date can change, so check the settlement website. No money or credit monitoring is provided unless the court approves the settlement and it becomes final.

How much is Equinox, Inc. paying and what can I get?

Cash for documented losses up to $5,000, plus other benefits

The total settlement fund is $685,000. The final amount per person depends on how many valid claims are filed.

Am I eligible to file a claim?

You got a notice from Equinox, the Albany, NY nonprofit, that your data may have been involved. The notice is about its April 2024 data incident. You must also live in the United States.