Meritage Hospitality Group 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 Meritage Hospitality Group, Inc. 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 Meritage Hospitality Group

Meritage Hospitality Group Inc. is a publicly traded company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded in 1986, Meritage is one of the largest franchise operators in the United States, focusing primarily on the restaurant industry. The company operates over 340 Wendy’s restaurants across 16 states, making it one of the largest Wendy’s franchisees nationwide.

In addition to its Wendy’s operations, Meritage owns and manages several independent and proprietary restaurant brands, including Morning Belle, Stan’s Tacos and Blue Porch. The company employs more than 10,000 people.

What happened?

Meritage Hospitality Group experienced a cyberattack on July 8, 2025. The company began mailing data breach notices to affected individuals on Nov. 3, 2025. The total number of affected current and former employees has not been publicly disclosed.

The cybersecurity incident was disclosed to the Massachusetts Attorney General on Nov. 7, 2025, reporting names and Social Security numbers compromised. This type of information is especially valuable to identity thieves and can put those affected at risk for identity fraud and other financial harm.

Possible additional exposed information

• Name
• Address
• Date of birth
• Social Security number
• Driver's license number
• Health insurance information
• Financial account information

Your Rights and Next Steps

If you received a notification that your information was involved in the Meritage Hospitality Group data breach, it is important to know your rights. You may be entitled to seek compensation for any harm or inconvenience caused by this cybersecurity incident.

Here are some steps you can take:

• Identity theft protection services: Enroll in the 24 free months of free Equifax Watchdog ID identity theft protection services, offered by the company.
• Monitor your accounts carefully: Check your financial statements regularly for suspicious activity or unauthorized transactions. If you notice anything unusual, contact your financial institution immediately.
• Fraud alert and credit reports: A fraud alert informs creditors to take extra steps to verify your identity before opening new accounts in your name. Consumers are also entitled to one free credit report annually from each credit bureau. You can request a fraud alert or a credit report by contacting any one of the three major credit bureaus.
• Seek legal help: Lawyers are ready to help you understand your rights and pursue compensation.

You May Be Entitled to Compensation

If your Social Security number or other personal information was exposed in the Meritage Hospitality Group data breach, you may be eligible for compensation. Class action lawsuits can help individuals recover damages for lost time, out-of-pocket expenses, and the risk of future identity theft.

To find out if you qualify, complete the form below to join the lawsuit investigation.

Sources

• Massachusetts Attorney General
• Meritage Hospitality Group, Inc.