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American Campus Communities Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
Shamis & Gentile P.A., one of the nation's premier class action law firms specializing in data breach cases, is investigating the American Campus Communities LLC data breach.
If you were affected by the data breach, your sensitive personally identifiable information may have been exposed, and you may be eligible for compensation.
About American Campus Communities
American Campus Communities LLC is a real estate company that develops, owns and manages student housing communities across the United States. Founded in 1993, the company operates properties near major colleges and universities, focusing on creating environments that support healthy living, personal growth and academic achievement.
What Happened?
American Campus Communities experienced a data breach.
The incident was disclosed to both the Massachusetts and Texas Attorney General on Oct. 30, 2026. The breach affected at least 252 people in Texas. The company notified affected individuals by U.S. Mail.
A threat actor known as HELIX claimed responsibility for the breach, posting about it on the dark web on Oct. 19, 2026. The post alleged that millions of records associated with American Campus Communities were compromised and made available on a Tor network.
The types of consumer information that were exposed in this breach included the following:
Information Exposed:
- Names
- Addresses
- Social Security numbers
- Driver’s license numbers
- Government-issued ID numbers (such as passport or state ID card numbers)
- Financial information (such as account numbers, credit or debit card numbers)
- Medical information
- Health insurance information
You May Be Entitled to Compensation
If your information was compromised in the American Campus Communities LLC data breach, you may be entitled to compensation. Lawyers are ready to help affected individuals understand their rights and pursue claims for damages resulting from this incident.
To find out if you qualify and to join a potential lawsuit, complete the below form.
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