Panda Restaurant Group Data Breach Settlement – File by April 10, 2026
By eosguide team · Last updated
If your personal information was exposed in the March 2023 Panda Restaurant Group data breach, a class action settlement may entitle you to up to $5,000 in reimbursement, a ~$100 cash payment (plus an extra ~$125 for California residents), and two years of credit monitoring.
At a glance
What happened
Class period: On or around March 2023 (date of the Security Incident)
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In or around March 2023, an unauthorized third party may have accessed files belonging to Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. — yes, the Panda Express people
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The exposed data may have included full names, dates of birth, and Social Security numbers
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A class action lawsuit, Halliday, et al. v. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., Case No. 24STCV12667, was filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court
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The lawsuit asserts claims including negligence, breach of implied contract, unjust enrichment, and breach of fiduciary duty
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Panda Restaurant Group denies all wrongdoing; the parties agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainty of continued litigation
What you can get
Documented Loss Payment
Up to $5,000
Actual, documented, unreimbursed losses incurred on or after March 7, 2024; supporting documentation required
Pro Rata Cash Payment
Est. $100
No documentation required; amount may increase or decrease based on total valid claims
California Statutory Payment
Est. $125
Additional payment for California residents only; subject to pro rata adjustment
Credit Monitoring
2 years
Includes real-time monitoring by all three credit bureaus, dark web scanning, public records monitoring, identity theft insurance, and access to fraud resolution agents
Key dates
| Action | Date | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Submit / Claim | April 10, 2026 | Last day to submit |
| Opt out | March 23, 2026 | Keep your right to sue separately |
| Object | March 23, 2026 | Tell the court you disagree |
| Final hearing | April 20, 2026 | Judge decides whether to approve |
Who may qualify
- Reside in the United States and your personal information was accessed or potentially accessed in connection with the March 2023 Security Incident
- Received a notification letter mailed by or on behalf of Panda Restaurant Group regarding the Security Incident
- Are not Panda Restaurant Group, its counsel, or a member of the judiciary assigned to the case
How to file
- Visit the official claim filing page at https://prgbreachsettlement.com/file-a-claim/
- Choose your benefit: Documented Loss Payment (with supporting documentation) or the Pro Rata Cash Payment (no proof needed)
- California residents may also claim the California Statutory Payment
- Submit your claim online or postmark your paper Claim Form by April 10, 2026
- You can also download a paper Claim Form at https://prgbreachsettlement.com/notice-and-claim-form/ and mail it to the Settlement Administrator
Proof required
- Documented Loss Payment: Bank statements, receipts, or records showing unreimbursed expenses or losses incurred on or after March 7, 2024, and reasonably attributable to the Security Incident
- Pro Rata Cash Payment: No proof required
- California Statutory Payment: No additional proof required beyond class membership
Payment timing
The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for April 20, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. PT. If approved, payments will be distributed after any appeals are resolved. Payment method has not been specified on the settlement website.
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Extra details
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Documented losses must have been incurred on or after March 7, 2024, to be eligible for reimbursement
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Cash payments (Pro Rata and California Statutory) may increase or decrease pro rata depending on the number of valid claims filed and remaining funds after other allocations
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California residents can claim both the Pro Rata Cash Payment (~$100) and the additional California Statutory Payment (~$125)
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To opt out, you may submit the opt-out form at https://prgbreachsettlement.com/opt-out/ or mail a signed letter postmarked by March 23, 2026
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Watch for scams: only use the official settlement website at prgbreachsettlement.com
FAQ
Who qualifies for this settlement?
What documented losses can I claim?
Do I need proof to file a claim?
I live in California — do I get more money?
Can the cash payment amounts change?
What happens if I do nothing?
How do I opt out?
Info only. Verify details on the official site. Not legal, financial, or tax advice. Legal
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