Deadline: June 18, 2026
Absolute Dental Data Breach Settlement -- File a Claim by June 18, 2026
By eosguide team · Last updated April 30, 2026
Absolute Dental's 2025 data breach exposed patient info -- a $3.3M settlement pays up to $5,000 for documented losses, with a June 18 deadline to file. Your dentist already had access to your records. Turns out, so did someone else.
Deadline: June 18, 2026
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Applies to
Nationwide
Main deadline
June 18, 2026
Benefit
Up to $5,000 for documented out-of-pocket losses, plus a pro rata cash payment from the settlement fund
Official site
https://absolutedatasettlement.com
What happened
Class period: February 19, 2025 through March 5, 2025
- Between February 19 and March 5, 2025, a cybercriminal gained unauthorized access to Absolute Dental Group's data environment and potentially accessed patients' personal information
- A class action lawsuit was filed alleging Absolute Dental and Judge Consulting, Inc. failed to implement and maintain adequate data security policies and procedures
- Absolute Dental denies all wrongdoing but agreed to a $3,300,000 settlement fund to resolve the claims; the settlement does not resolve claims against Judge Consulting, Inc.
- Affected individuals are U.S. residents whose personal information was potentially exposed during the incident, including anyone who received a notice from Absolute Dental about the breach
What you can get
Documented Loss Payment
Up to $5,000
For unreimbursed out-of-pocket expenses traceable to the breach, supported by documentation Cash Fund Payment
Key dates
| Action | Date | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Claim deadline | June 18, 2026 | Last day to file a claim |
| Opt out | June 9, 2026 | Keep your right to sue separately |
| Object | June 9, 2026 | Tell the court you disagree |
| Final hearing | July 30, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. -- Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse, 333 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89101 | Judge decides whether to approve |
Who may qualify
- Received a notice from Absolute Dental Group about the 2025 data incident, OR your personal information was otherwise potentially impacted
- Are a living U.S. resident whose data was included in the breach environment between February 19 and March 5, 2025
How to file
- Go to https://absolutedatasettlement.com/Login
- Enter the Unique ID and PIN printed on your postcard notice (if you lost yours, contact the administrator at 1-877-239-0776 or info@AbsoluteDataSettlement.com)
- Complete the claim form, verify your personal information, and indicate which benefit(s) you are claiming
- Upload any supporting documentation if claiming documented losses (files must be under 20 MB each; accepted formats include jpg, png, pdf, doc, and others)
- Submit online by June 18, 2026 -- or download a paper claim form, sign and date it, attach documentation, and mail it postmarked no later than June 18, 2026
Proof required
- For Documented Loss Payment: receipts, bank or credit card statements, invoices, emails, telephone records, or similar documentation showing unreimbursed expenses traceable to the data incident -- personal statements alone are not sufficient
- For Cash Fund Payment: no proof of loss required; completion of the claim form is sufficient
- Unique ID and PIN from your mailed postcard notice (required for online filing)
Payment timing
Payments will be issued after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved. The final approval hearing is scheduled for July 30, 2026. Payment method (check, ACH, or electronic) has not been specified -- check the official site for updates.
Important links
Contact
Phone: 1-877-239-0776
Email: info@AbsoluteDataSettlement.com
Mail: Absolute Dental Data Incident Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 2973, Portland, OR 97208-2973
Extra details
- California residents shown in Absolute Dental's records as living in California at the time of the incident may be entitled to up to twice the standard pro rata Cash Fund Payment
- The settlement does not resolve any claims against Judge Consulting, Inc.
- If you do nothing, you receive no payment and give up your right to sue Absolute Dental for the claims released by this settlement
- Watch for scams: the only official settlement site is absolutedatasettlement.com
FAQ
Who qualifies for this settlement?
Any living U.S. resident whose personal information was potentially impacted by the Absolute Dental data incident between February 19 and March 5, 2025 -- including anyone who received a notice from Absolute Dental about the breach.
What can I receive?
You may claim reimbursement for documented out-of-pocket losses up to $5,000, and/or a pro rata cash payment from the $3.3 million settlement fund. The exact cash payment amount depends on how many valid claims are filed. California residents at the time of the incident may qualify for up to twice the standard cash payment.
What is the deadline to file a claim?
June 18, 2026. Claims must be submitted online or postmarked by that date. The online portal opened April 10, 2026.
What documentation do I need?
For the Documented Loss Payment, you need receipts, bank or credit card statements, invoices, emails, or similar records showing expenses you believe were caused by the breach. Personal statements alone are not accepted. For the pro rata Cash Fund Payment, no proof of loss is required beyond completing the claim form.
Do I need a Unique ID and PIN to file?
Yes, for online filing. You will find them on the postcard notice mailed to you. If you lost it, contact the settlement administrator at 1-877-239-0776 or info@AbsoluteDataSettlement.com and they will assist you.
When will payments be sent?
After the court grants final approval at the July 30, 2026 hearing, and after any appeals are resolved. Check the official site for updates on timing.
What if I want to opt out?
Mail a written opt-out request postmarked no later than June 9, 2026. It must include your full name, address, phone number, and signature, along with a statement that you want to exclude yourself from the settlement. See the FAQ page on the official site for the complete list of required information.
Can I object to the settlement?
Yes, if you are a class member and do not opt out. Written objections must be postmarked no later than June 9, 2026, and sent to the settlement administrator and Class Counsel. You may also appear at the July 30 hearing. See the official FAQ for the full list of what your objection must include.
Use the official website
Always confirm details on the official site. If something feels off, stop and verify before sharing personal info.
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