Gandara Mental Health Center - Data Breach
If you live in Massachusetts and had your private information exposed in Gandara Mental Health Center's June 2024 data breach, you need to file a claim by July 23, 2026 to receive any benefits. Filing is the only way to get anything from this settlement.
Payment amount set by the settlement administrator
The settlement provides benefits to people who submit valid, timely claim forms. The specific dollar amounts aren't published yet, but GMHC has agreed to pay settlement benefits to qualifying claimants, plus cover notice costs, attorney fees, and service awards separately.
📄 Proof requirement not specified here — check the official site for what documentation, if any, a claim needs.
You'll go to: www.gandarasettlement.com
Who may qualify
You qualify if you're a Massachusetts resident whose private information was compromised in the data security incident that Gandara Mental Health Center discovered around June 20, 2024.
Official eligibility wording
You are a Settlement Class Member if you reside in Massachusetts and your Private Information was compromised in the Gandara Data Security Incident discovered in June 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.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- July 23, 2026
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Unknown.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
Submit a claim form online at gandarasettlement.com/submit-claim or mail a completed paper form postmarked by July 23, 2026. Proof requirements aren't specified in the current public documents.
How to file this claim
- Go to https://www.gandarasettlement.com/submit-claim and file your Claim Form online.
- Prefer paper? Download the Claim Form at https://angeion-public.s3.amazonaws.com/www.gandarasettlement.com/docs/Gandara Claim Form - FINAL.pdf, fill it out, and mail it so it's postmarked by July 23, 2026.
- Read the Long Form Notice at https://angeion-public.s3.amazonaws.com/www.gandarasettlement.com/docs/Gandara+Long+Form+Notice+-+FINAL.pdf to get the full picture on benefits and eligibility.
- If you want to object to the settlement, get that in before July 23, 2026 as well.
- The Court holds its Final Approval Hearing on August 25, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. ET in Courtroom 4, 50 State Street, Springfield, MA 01103. Check the settlement website for any schedule changes.
Documents you'll need
- Notice of Data Security Incident (mailed to you)
Watch out for
- Only Massachusetts residents qualify. If you've moved out of state, check the Long Form Notice to see where you stand.
- The claim deadline and objection deadline are the same day: July 23, 2026. Don't let one crowd out the other.
- Filing a claim means you're giving up your right to sue Gandara Mental Health Center separately over these same claims.
- No benefits get paid until the Court gives final approval to the settlement.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with the official administrator via the official claim form before July 23, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Unknown.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before July 23, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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How we verified this record
- Claim deadline the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Official claim link the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
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Claim deadline
July 23, 2026
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Eligibility summary
You are a Settlement Class Member if you reside in Massachusetts and your Private Information was compromised in the Gandara Data Security Incident discovered in June 2024.
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The Settlement Class includes all individuals residing in Massachusetts whose Private Information was compromised in the Data Security Incident discovered by Defendant in June 2024.
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Official claim URL
www.gandarasettlement.com
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
Common questions
Is the Gandara Mental Health Center - Data Breach settlement legitimate?
Yes — the Gandara Mental Health Center - Data Breach settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. File only through the official settlement website (www.gandarasettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 16, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
You are a Settlement Class Member if you reside in Massachusetts and your Private Information was compromised in the Gandara Data Security Incident discovered in June 2024.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is July 23, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Unknown. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Gandara Mental Health Center - Data Breach pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Gandara Mental Health Center - Data Breach claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
How do I know if I'm included?
You're in the settlement class if you live in Massachusetts and your private information was part of the data security incident Gandara detected in June 2024. If you got a notice in the mail or email about the breach, that's a strong sign you're included.
How do I file a claim?
Go to gandarasettlement.com/submit-claim to file online, or download the claim form from the site and mail it so it's postmarked by July 23, 2026. Online is faster and easier.
What happens if I don't file?
You won't receive any settlement benefits. You'll also give up your right to sue Gandara separately over this breach, so filing is the only way to recover anything.
When will the court approve this and when do I get paid?
The Final Approval Hearing is scheduled for August 25, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. ET in Springfield, MA. Payments come after the court approves the settlement and it becomes final — check gandarasettlement.com for updates.
What if I disagree with the settlement?
You can file a written objection with the court. The objection deadline is also July 23, 2026. The settlement website has details on how to do this.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
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Disclaimer
This service summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 16, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.
- June 16, 2026 — Verified field details updated from an official source.