The May Institute Data Breach Settlement
$50–$2,500
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 7, 2025. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →
What happened
In or around December 2023, unauthorized individuals accessed personal information maintained by The May Institute, Inc., including names and Social Security numbers. The May Institute denies any wrongdoing.
Do you qualify?
Anyone whose personal information may have been compromised in the data breach discovered by The May Institute in or about December 2023. The settlement excludes the judge and court staff, The May Institute's current officers and directors, and individuals found criminally responsible for the data breach.
How to file
File a valid claim form by August 7, 2025. Eligible Class Members were mailed notice of their eligibility by the Settlement Administrator. To receive benefits, you must submit documentation of your losses (for out-of-pocket or identity theft losses) or elect to receive the $50 cash payment in lieu of other benefits.
Common questions
- How much does the The May Institute Data Breach Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: $50–$2,500. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
- What is the claim deadline for the The May Institute Data Breach Settlement?
- This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was August 7, 2025. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the The May Institute Data Breach Settlement?
- Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
- Is the The May Institute Data Breach Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Settlement Administrator is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at themayinstitutesettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
- When will payments from the The May Institute Data Breach Settlement be sent?
- Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for August 7, 2025; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
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