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EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach Settlement
Court case: Kennedy, et al., v. EFS Advisors, LLC, et al., Case No. 30-cv-24-649
EFS Advisors and Aviben settled a class action over a data security incident detected on or about February 22, 2024. Claim up to $2,500.00 for documented losses or take a flat $50.00, and either way you can add a year of credit monitoring. Claims close October 22, 2026.
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially accessed in the data security incident detected by EFS Advisors, LLC and Educators Benefit Consultants, LLC d/b/a Aviben on or about February 22, 2024. Payout: Up to $2,500.00 per claimant for documented out-of-pocket losses, or an alternative one-time cash payment of $50.00; plus one year of three-bureau credit monitoring including at least $1,000,000.00 in theft protection insurance. An Aggregate Cap of $850,000.00 covers all payments, so cash is reduced pro rata if claims exceed it. Proof of purchase is optional. Claim deadline: October 22, 2026. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on August 26, 2026.
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You are covered if you are a living person in the United States whose private information was potentially accessed in that incident. A notice with a Notice ID is your sign. Directors, officers and agents of the defendant, governmental entities, and the judge and court staff are excluded.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially accessed in the data security incident detected by EFS Advisors, LLC and Educators Benefit Consultants, LLC d/b/a Aviben on or about February 22, 2024.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
Important dates
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Angeion Group via the official claim form before October 22, 2026.
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1Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
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2Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Optional.
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3Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Angeion Group.
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4Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before October 22, 2026.
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5Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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When will I get paid?
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- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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Common questions
Is the EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Angeion Group. File only through the official settlement website (www.efsdatasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on August 26, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
All living individuals in the United States whose Private Information was potentially accessed in the data security incident detected by EFS Advisors, LLC and Educators Benefit Consultants, LLC d/b/a Aviben on or about February 22, 2024.
How much can I get from the EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach settlement?
Up to $2,500.00 per claimant for documented out-of-pocket losses, or an alternative one-time cash payment of $50.00; plus one year of three-bureau credit monitoring including at least $1,000,000.00 in theft protection insurance. An Aggregate Cap of $850,000.00 covers all payments, so cash is reduced pro rata if claims exceed it. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is October 22, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
When will EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach Settlement pay out?
No payment stage is reported for this record yet. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official EFS Advisors / Aviben Data Breach Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Angeion Group. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Where to act
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Status history
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Disclaimer
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