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MobilityWare Class Action Settlement for Privacy Claims

MobilityWare, LLC has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged collection of personal information without consent and tracking online behavior to sell to third parties and profile for targeted advertising. This settlement provides benefits in the form of added disclosures, changes to certain business practices, and a cy pres award to the Electronic Frontier Foundation and the Electronic Privacy Information Center.

Am I Included in the Settlement?

If you are a United States citizen who played one or more of the MobilityWare gaming apps listed below on a mobile device at any time between July 17, 2015, and June 11, 2024, you are part of the Settlement Class. The apps include:

• Yukon Russian Solitaire Game
• Tetra Block – Puzzle Game
• Match & Rescue – Match 3 Game
• Excite Bear – Animal Bikers

What Benefits do I Get?

Additionally, MobilityWare will not collect, share, or sell personal information from new app users in the United States unless they have confirmed that they have read the notification and are at least 18 years of age. These changes are permanent unless prohibited by applicable laws, regulations, or app store standards.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

No proof is required to claim the reward. Class members will automatically receive the benefits of the Settlement.

How to Claim Your Award

There is no need to submit a claim form. If you are a Class Member, you will automatically receive the benefits of the Settlement. For more information, you can visit the official settlement website or contact the Notice Administrator at RG/2 Claims Administration, P.O. Box 59479, Philadelphia, PA 19102, or call the toll-free helpline at 1-866-742-4955.

How Do I Get Paid?

The Settlement does not provide monetary compensation to class members. Instead, it offers benefits in the form of added disclosures and changes to certain business practices, as well as a cy pres award to the Electronic Frontier Foundation and the Electronic Privacy Information Center.

$900,000 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement is $900,000.

• $50,000 to Electronic Frontier Foundation
• $50,000 to Electronic Privacy Information Center
• $31,400 for attorneys’ costs and expenses
• $29,000 for notice and administration costs
• $7,500 incentive award to Plaintiff Rona Komins
• $732,100 for attorneys fees

The final amount of attorneys’ fees and costs and incentive award will be determined by the Court.

Important Dates

• Deadline to File a Claim: There is no need to file a claim as benefits are automatically provided.
• Final Approval Hearing Date: 09/18/2024

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The Plaintiff filed the lawsuit alleging that MobilityWare’s gaming apps collect personal information about the users without consent and track online behavior to sell to third parties and profile for targeted advertising. Defendants deny the allegations and any wrongdoing. Nonetheless, they have agreed to settle this lawsuit to avoid the cost and uncertainty of litigation.

The Court has not decided in favor of either side. The Plaintiff and her attorneys assert that the proposed Settlement is in the best interests of the Class because it provides an appropriate recovery now while avoiding the risk, expense, and delay of pursuing a lawsuit through trial and any appeals. There would be no guarantee of success for either side if the lawsuit were pursued through trial and any appeals.

Settlement Open for Claims

Big Picture Loans & Castle Payday Settle for $65 Million

Big Picture Loans and Red Rock Tribal Lending, doing business as Castle Payday, have agreed to pay $65,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of state laws and the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). This lawsuit claimed that the Defendants offered loans at annual interest rates greater than what is permitted by state laws. This settlement provides an opportunity for affected borrowers to receive cash payments and other benefits.

Can I Claim an Award?

The settlement covers all individuals who obtained a Big Picture or Castle Payday loan from June 22, 2013, to May 1, 2024. If you received a loan from these entities during this period, you are likely a member of the Settlement Class and may be eligible for benefits.

To be more specific, if you obtained a Big Picture or Castle Payday loan within the specified dates, you are included in the Settlement Class unless you choose to exclude yourself. This means you may be eligible for cash payments and other benefits as part of the settlement.

• Individuals who made payments on their loans may receive cash payments based on the amount paid in principal and/or interest above their state’s legal limits.
• Individuals who did not make any payments on their loans, or who lived in states without interest rate restrictions, will not receive cash payments but will receive other benefits.

Who is Excluded?

Individuals who did not make any payments on their loans or who lived in states without interest rate restrictions are excluded from receiving cash payments. However, they will still receive other benefits as part of the settlement.

How Much Are the Cash Awards?

The amount of any cash payment will depend on what you paid in principal and/or interest above your state’s legal limits.

The specific amount you may receive will be calculated based on the amount of money available in the settlement fund and the total number of claims.

The list of rates by state used in the calculations will become available later on official settlement website. We will update this article with a link to the rates at that time.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

No proof is required to claim the reward. If you are a member of the Settlement Class, the benefits will be provided automatically.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any action. If the Court approves the Settlement, the benefits described above will happen automatically. The Settlement Administrator will send an email after Final Approval to update you on what happened at the hearing. You can also check the official settlement website for updates or contact the Settlement Administrator or Class Counsel if you have additional questions.

If you need to update your address or have any other inquiries, you can contact the Settlement Administrator at the provided contact details.

How do I Get Paid?

The Settlement Administrator will mail a check with your cash payment, if any, to the same address as the notice you received.

$65,000,000 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement amount of $65,000,000 will be used to provide cash payments to Class Members who made payments on their loans. The amount awarded to each member will depend on the total number of claims and the amount paid in principal and/or interest above state legal limits.

Class Counsel are permitted to ask the Court for an award of attorneys’ fees not to exceed one third of the amount paid by Defendants, which is $21,666,666.66. Additionally, Class Representatives may receive payments for their contributions, not exceeding $25,000 each.

Important Dates

• Deadline to Opt Out of the Settlement: 08/19/2024
• Deadline to Object to the Settlement: 08/19/2024
• Final Approval Hearing: 10/28/2024

Official settlement website says when claims open

Dodge Ram 2500 & 3500 Cummins Diesel Engine $6M Settlement

If you purchased or leased a new 2013, 2014, or 2015 Dodge Ram 2500 or 3500 truck with Cummins Diesel between November 26, 2014, and July 13, 2016, you may be eligible to collect $100.40 as part of a class action settlement.

FCA US LLC has agreed to pay $6,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly fraudulent advertising and selling of Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks with Cummins Diesel engines that did not perform as advertised. This settlement aims to compensate affected consumers who purchased or leased these vehicles during a specified period. If you are a class member, you could be eligible for a payment from the settlement fund.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for this settlement, you must have purchased or leased a new Dodge Ram and meet one of each of the following criteria:

• Between November 26, 2014, and July 13, 2016

Note that class members have been identified using purchase and ownership records obtained from FCA US.

How Much Can I Get?

• Approximately $100.40 per eligible truck

Each class member shall be entitled to one pro rata share of the net settlement fund for each eligible truck, identified by VIN, the class member purchased or leased. For example, a class member who purchased one eligible truck during the class period will be entitled to one pro rata share of the net settlement fund, while a class member who purchased two eligible trucks during the class period will be entitled to two pro rata shares of the net settlement fund

The final amount to be paid to each class member will depend upon the fees, costs, and incentive awards approved by the court, but it is estimated to be approximately $100.40 per eligible truck.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Proof is not applicable to claim the reward as class members have been identified using purchase and ownership records obtained from FCA US.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any action if you are a class member and do not request exclusion from the class. Payments from the settlement fund will be distributed to class members who have not opted out of the settlement in accordance with the terms of the settlement agreement and any applicable order entered by the court for their respective pro rata share of the net settlement fund.

How do I Get Paid?

Payments will be made by check to the address reflected in FCA US’s records. Ensure your address is up-to-date to receive your payment without any issues.

$6,000,000 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement amount is $6,000,000. This amount will be divided equally among class members after the payment of costs, attorney fees, and service awards as may be approved by the court. Plaintiffs will apply for reasonable service awards to be paid from the settlement fund for the time and efforts spent by plaintiffs in this matter. Plaintiffs will request service awards of $5,000 for each plaintiff. Any such awards shall be subject to court approval and will be paid from the settlement fund.

Plaintiffs’ class counsel will apply to the court for an award of attorneys’ fees and expenses from the settlement fund, which shall not exceed 30% of the settlement fund and shall include time already spent in prosecuting this case and time estimated to be expended through final implementation of this settlement agreement.

Plaintiffs’ class counsel will also seek an award of out-of-pocket expenses already incurred in prosecuting this case and estimated expenses through the final implementation of this settlement agreement. Any award of class counsel attorneys’ fees and expenses from the settlement fund shall be subject to court approval and will be paid from the settlement fund.

Important Dates

• Fairness Hearing : October 10, 2024
• Deadline to File a Claim : Not applicable

Official settlement website says when claims open

TD Bank $15.5M Settlement for Unauthorized Overdraft Fees

If you held a business checking account with TD Bank, N.A. and were charged APSN Overdraft Fees or Retry Fees between February 23, 2016, and September 30, 2022, you may be eligible to claim a monetary award from a class action settlement.

TD Bank has agreed to pay $15,500,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged unauthorized assessment and collection of certain Overdraft Fees and NSF Fees.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for an award, you must be a current or former holder of a TD Bank business checking account who incurred an APSN Fee or Retry Fee between February 23, 2016, and September 30, 2022.

An APSN Fee is an Overdraft Fee assessed by TD Bank for debit transactions authorized when the account's Available Balance was positive but later paid when the balance was insufficient.

A Retry Fee is an Overdraft Fee or NSF Fee assessed on a debit transaction returned unpaid by TD Bank due to insufficient funds and subsequently resubmitted by a merchant or other third party for payment and returned unpaid or paid into overdraft.

If you received a postcard or email notice of the settlement, the parties believe you are in the Settlement Classes. Even if you did not receive a notice, you may still be a member of the Settlement Classes if you meet the criteria mentioned above.

What Awards Can Class Members Claim?

TD Bank has agreed to provide $10,500,000 to the Settlement Classes, which includes money for payments to Settlement Class Members, attorneys' fees and expenses, settlement administration costs, and Service Awards to the named Plaintiffs.

Additionally, TD Bank will provide an additional $5,000,000 in the form of reductions to the outstanding balances of Participating Settlement Class Members who were charged APSN or Retry Fees and whose accounts were closed with amounts owed to TD Bank.

The balance of the Net Settlement Fund after attorneys' fees, Service Awards, and administrative costs will be divided among all Participating Settlement Class Members. Current customers of TD Bank will receive a credit to their accounts, while former customers will receive a check from the Settlement Administrator.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Not applicable. The Settlement Administrator already has the necessary information to identify eligible class members.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any action if you received a notice and do not opt out of the settlement. If you did not receive a notice but believe you are eligible, you may contact the Settlement Administrator.

How do I Get Paid?

Current customers will receive a credit to their accounts, while former customers will receive a check from the Settlement Administrator.

Important Dates

• Deadline to Opt Out of the Settlement: September 14, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing: October 10, 2024

When is the TD Bank Settlement Payout Date?

Payments are expected to be made within about 60 days after the Settlement is approved, provided there are no appeals.

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The lawsuit claims that TD Bank breached its contracts with business checking accountholders by assessing and collecting certain Overdraft Fees and NSF Fees not authorized by the account agreement. TD Bank denies any wrongdoing but has agreed to settle to avoid the costs and uncertainty of litigation.

What Happens Next?

The Court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on October 10, 2024, to decide whether to approve the Settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed to eligible class members within about 60 days.

Settlement Open for Claims

Value Finance $350K Improper Repossession Notices Settlement

If you received a notice from Value Finance, Inc. following the repossession of your vehicle between February 6, 2013, and June 5, 2021, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a $350,000 settlement from a class action settlement.

Value Finance, Inc. has agreed to pay $350,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to send borrowers proper notice of their rights after vehicle repossession and sale.

Can I Claim an Award?

To be eligible for an award, you must be a borrower who received a notice from Value Finance following the repossession of your vehicle between February 6, 2013, and June 5, 2021. The official settlement website states that Value Finance's records reflect that you and any co-borrower on your vehicle loan were sent such a notice during this period.

The court has preliminarily certified the class, which includes all borrowers who were sent notices after their vehicle was repossessed within the specified period. This means that if you fall within this group, you are automatically considered a class member and eligible for the settlement benefits.

What Does the Settlement Provide for Me?

The settlement provides several benefits for class members:

• Cash Component : Value Finance has agreed to create a Settlement Fund of $350,000. After deducting administrative costs, Class Counsel fees and expenses, and a service award for the Class Representative, the remaining Net Fund will be distributed to the class members. If fees and expenses are allowed as requested, it is expected that your cash payment will be the amount stated in the notice you received, unless there were multiple borrowers on your loan, in which case you will receive a portion of this amount. This amount will be sent to you by check unless you promptly contact the Settlement Administrator at info@valuefinancereposettlement.com to request one of the other available payment methods.
• Credit Reporting Relief : Value Finance will request that the credit reporting agencies update your credit report to remove any reference to the auto loan account with Value Finance. Details about how and when this will be done, and limits on Value Finance’s obligation to provide credit reporting relief, are spelled out further in the Settlement Agreement.
• Elimination of Disputed Deficiency Balances : If you have been advised by Value Finance that there is a shortfall after the auction of your repossessed vehicle, that balance claimed due is called a “Deficiency” or “Deficiency Balance.” Your Deficiency Balance on your vehicle loan will be eliminated as a result of this settlement. The average Deficiency Balance claimed due is around $3,700. Yours could be more or less than this amount.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Not applicable. You do not need to provide any proof to claim your award. The Settlement Administrator already has your information, and you will receive a payment and any credit reporting benefit automatically, assuming court approval of the Settlement.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any further action. You will automatically receive your payment and any credit reporting benefit if the court approves the settlement. However, if you prefer a different payment method other than a check, you should promptly contact the Settlement Administrator at info@valuefinancereposettlement.com to request one of the other available payment methods.

Submitting a Claim

Since you do not need to submit a claim proactively, you will automatically receive your award. However, if you need to update your contact information, you can do so by contacting the Settlement Administrator.

How do I Get Paid?

You will receive your payment by check unless you contact the Settlement Administrator to request a different payment method. Ensure your contact information is up-to-date to avoid any delays in receiving your payment.

Official settlement website says when claims open

Columbus Regional Healthcare System $2M ERISA Settlement

If you were a participant or beneficiary in the Columbus Regional Healthcare System Retirement Savings Plan between February 2, 2015, and May 31, 2019, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a $2,000,000 class action settlement.

Columbus Regional Healthcare System, Inc. has agreed to pay $2,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA).

Can I Claim an Award?

The class members eligible for this settlement include all individuals who were participants or beneficiaries in the Columbus Regional Healthcare System Retirement Savings Plan from February 2, 2015, to May 31, 2019. This includes anyone who had an account balance in the Plan during this period. The court has certified this group as a mandatory non-opt-out class, meaning you cannot exclude yourself from the settlement.

To be more specific, if you had an account balance in the Plan at any time between February 2, 2015, and May 31, 2019, you are automatically considered a member of the Settlement Class. This includes both current and former employees who participated in the Plan during the specified period.

• Active Account Members: Those who maintain an account in the Piedmont 401(k) Plan with a balance greater than $0 as of the date of the Final Approval Order.
• Non-Active Account Members: Those who do not have an account with the Piedmont 401(k) Plan with a balance greater than $0 as of the date of the Final Approval Order.

What Awards Can Class Members Claim?

The settlement amount will be distributed among class members based on a Plan of Allocation. This plan considers the weighted average account balance of each member over the class period. The Net Settlement Fund, which is the settlement amount minus administrative expenses, attorneys' fees, and any case contribution awards to the plaintiffs, will be divided among the class members.

Each member's share will be calculated by dividing their weighted average account balance by the total weighted average of Plan assets over the class period, then multiplying by the Net Settlement Fund. For example, if the Net Settlement Fund is $1,500,000 and the total weighted average of Plan assets is $10,000,000, a member with a weighted average account balance of $100,000 would receive:

• Member's Share = ($100,000 / $10,000,000) \* $1,500,000 = $15,000
• Active Account Members : Settlement proceeds will be deposited directly into their Piedmont 401(k) Plan accounts.
• Non-Active Account Members : Settlement proceeds will be received via check.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Not applicable. The Settlement Administrator already has the necessary information to identify and distribute the awards to class members.

How to Claim Your Award

To claim your award, you do not need to take any action if you are a member of the Settlement Class. The Settlement Administrator will handle the distribution based on the information they have.

How do I Get Paid?

Active Account Members will receive their settlement proceeds directly into their Piedmont 401(k) Plan accounts. Non-Active Account Members will receive their share via check mailed to their last known address.

$2,000,000 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement amount is $2,000,000. This amount will be used to cover various expenses and payments, including:

• Settlement Administration Expenses: Costs associated with identifying class members, sending notices, and distributing the settlement funds.
• Attorneys' Fees and Expenses: Class Counsel will request a portion of the settlement fund to cover their fees and litigation expenses.
• Case Contribution Awards: Plaintiffs may receive awards for their efforts in prosecuting the case, up to $10,000 each for Goodman and Countryman, and up to $5,000 each for Clarke, Gallops, Stuckey, and Spivey.

Official settlement website says when claims open

Howard University COVID-19 Tuition Refunds Settlement

If you were enrolled in a Howard University Undergraduate or Graduate Program during the Spring 2020 Semester, you may be eligible to claim a cash payment from a class action settlement.

Howard University has agreed to pay $2,073,680 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breach of implied contract and unjust enrichment. The lawsuit claimed that University students paid tuition and fees in exchange for in-person instruction, services, and activities during the Spring 2020 Semester and were entitled to partial refunds based on the University’s transition to remote instruction beginning in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Who Can Claim an Award?

Settlement Class Members include:

• Students enrolled in any of Howard University’s Undergraduate and Graduate Programs during the Spring 2020 Semester.
• Students who did not withdraw by March 16, 2020.
• Students who paid, or had paid on their behalf, any amount of tuition and/or fees for the Spring 2020 Semester which has not been fully refunded.

Who is Excluded?

Excluded from the Settlement are:

• Any students who received full scholarships or tuition remission from Howard or who did not themselves ultimately pay any tuition or fees for the Spring 2020 Semester.
• The University and its officers, trustees, and their family members.
• The judge who presided over the Action.
• All persons who properly execute and file a timely opt-out request to be excluded from the Settlement Class.

What Can I Get from the Settlement?

The $2,073,680 Settlement Amount will provide cash payments to all Settlement Class Members. Notice and administration costs, attorneys’ fees and expenses, and an award to the Class Representative will also be paid out of the Settlement Amount, if approved by the Court.

Cash Payment: If you are a Settlement Class Member, you are eligible to receive a cash payment. Your cash payment will be an equal share of the Net Settlement Fund.

If any unclaimed funds remain in the Net Settlement Fund after the initial cash payments are distributed, at the discretion of the Claims Administrator, either (i) a second attempt will be made to distribute cash payments to Settlement Class Members who did not cash their checks or who did not successfully receive an electronic payment via the first distribution of cash payments; or (ii) these unclaimed funds shall help fund a specially authorized Howard scholarship fund or a charitable cause as agreed upon by the Parties.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Proof is not applicable. The claimant does not need to proactively provide proof because the Settlement Administrator already has their information.

How to Claim Your Award

If you are a Settlement Class Member and you do nothing, you will receive a cash payment via check at the address the University has on file for you. If you wish to receive your cash payment at an address different than the one on file with the University or in a format (either by Venmo or a pre-paid Visa card) other than paper check, you must submit your updated address and/or preferred form of payment at within 45 days of the Effective Date.

How do I Get Paid?

Settlement Class Members can choose to receive their cash payment via check, Venmo, or pre-paid Visa card. If no preference is indicated, the payment will be sent by check to the address the University has on file.

$2,073,680 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The total settlement amount is $2,073,680. This amount will be used to provide cash payments to Settlement Class Members, cover notice and administration costs, pay attorneys’ fees and expenses, and provide an award to the Class Representative.

The breakdown is as follows:

• Total Settlement Amount: $2,073,680
• Attorneys’ Fees: Up to one-third of the Settlement Fund
• Class Representative Award: No more than $5,000
• Notice and Administration Costs: To be deducted from the Settlement Fund

Official settlement website says when claims open

Oracle America $25M Settlement for Pay Discrimination Claims

Update: The settlement was granted final approval in October 2024. The settlement administrator began issuing payments to eligible class members on Nov. 7, 2024.

If you are a woman who worked for Oracle America, Inc. in California between June 16, 2013, and April 22, 2024, you may be eligible to claim an award from a class action settlement.

Oracle America, Inc. has agreed to pay $25,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of California's Equal Pay Act and Unfair Competition Law. The lawsuit claims that Oracle unlawfully paid women less than men for performing substantially similar work and had a practice of relying on prior pay to determine starting pay, which allegedly had a disparate impact on women.

Who Can Claim an Award?

The settlement class includes:

• Who : all women employed by Oracle in California
• Which Roles : Information Technology, Product Development, and Support job functions
• Excluding : campus hires and managerial positions
• When : from June 16, 2013 through April 22, 2024.

Those who fall within this definition are members of the settlement class and eligible to claim an award.

Those who received a notice via mailed, it is because they were listed in Oracle’s records as a Settlement Class Member.

What Awards Can Class Members Claim?

The total settlement fund is $25,000,000. After deducting costs for settlement administration, attorneys' fees, litigation and expert costs, and service awards to the named plaintiffs, the remaining amount will be distributed to class members.

The net settlement fund, approximately $15,011,600, will be allocated to class members based on their total compensation earned during the class period. The formula for calculating individual awards is:

• Pro Rata Share : Total Compensation Earned by Settlement Class Member ÷ Aggregate Total Compensation Earned by All Settlement Class Members

For example, if a class member earned $500,000 over three years and the aggregate total compensation for all class members is $2 billion, their share of the net settlement amount would be 0.025%. If the net settlement fund is $15 million, the class member's award would be $3,750. Note this is an hypothetical example, not reflective of actual figures, and settlement awards will vary.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

Not applicable. The settlement administrator already has the information needed to distribute the awards.

How to Claim Your Award

You will automatically receive a payment unless you exclude yourself from the settlement. Oracle will provide the settlement administrator with your most recent address to mail you a check. If you have moved, please update your address with the settlement administrator.

Submitting a Claim

To ensure you receive your payment, confirm your address with the settlement administrator by calling (888) 654-1273 or visiting the settlement website.

How do I Get Paid?

Payments will be mailed to the address on file. If you do not cash your check within 180 days, the settlement administrator will make multiple efforts to ensure you receive your payment.

$25,000,000 Settlement Fund

• Gross settlement amount : $25,000,000
• Settlement administration costs : approximately $30,000
• Attorneys' fees : up to $8,325,000
• Litigation and expert costs : up to $1,350,000
• Service awards to named plaintiffs : up to $150,000 ($50,000 each)
• Net settlement fund : approximately $15,011,600

Important Dates

• Opt Out Deadline : 9/10/2024
• Final Approval Hearing : 10/07/2024

When is the Payout Date?

Awards will be paid promptly after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Official settlement website says when claims open

Pacific Pipeline $70M Easement Termination Settlement

If you own property through which the Las Flores Pipeline System (formerly known as Plains’ Line 901 and Line 903) passes, you may be eligible to claim between $50,000 and $230,000 from a class action settlement.

Pacific Pipeline Company (PPC) and Sable Offshore Corp. have agreed to pay $70,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged failure to use, operate, and maintain the Pipeline for many years, leading to the termination of Easements.

Who is Eligible for an Award?

The Settlement Class includes all owners of real property through which Line 901 and/or Line 903 passes pursuant to Right-of-Way grants and the owner of APN No. 133-070-004, for which land rights were initially conveyed via condemnation. This means that if you own property that the Las Flores Pipeline System crosses, you are likely part of the Settlement Class.

How Much are the Awards?

Each Class Property will receive a $50,000 base payment.

Additional compensation will depend on three factors: the value of the property relative to similar properties and other Class Properties, whether the Class Property’s easement contained an automatic termination clause, and the extent of repairs and work required on the Property relative to the others.

Assuming no Properties opt out of the Settlement, Class Counsel estimate that all Class Properties will receive at least $50,150, with an estimated median payment of approximately $90,000 and an estimated average payment of $230,000.

Is Proof Required to Claim the Reward?

No, the Settlement Administrator already has the information of the claimants.

How to Claim Your Award

Members of the Settlement Class will be sent checks automatically and will not have to file claims to receive Settlement payments.

$70,000,000 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $70,000,000 will cover payments to all qualifying Settlement Class Members, attorneys’ fees, court costs, and settlement administration costs.

• Total Settlement Fund: $70,000,000
• Attorneys’ Fees: Up to $23,100,000
• Service Awards for Class Representatives: Up to $20,000 each
• Net Settlement Fund: Distributed to eligible Settlement Class Members

Important Dates

• Intent to Make an Appearance Deadline: 08/23/2024
• Fairness Hearing: 09/13/2024

When is the Las Flores Pipeline System Settlement Payout Date?

Payments will be distributed to all qualifying Settlement Class Members only if the Court approves the Settlement and after potential appeals are resolved.

Why is There a Class Action Settlement?

The lawsuit was filed by property owners who had Easement Contracts or Right-of-Way grants with Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. and Plains Pipeline, L.P. These Easements allowed Plains’ Line 901 and 903, now called the Las Flores Pipeline System, to be installed and operated through their properties. The lawsuit asserted that the Easements had terminated for all Class Properties because the pipeline companies had failed to use, operate, and maintain the Pipeline for many years.

What Happens Next?

The Court will hold a Fairness Hearing on September 13, 2024, to determine whether to grant final approval of the Settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed to all qualifying Settlement Class Members after potential appeals are resolved.

Settlement Open for Claims

Official settlement website says when claims open

USAA Bank $64M Servicemember Interest Rates Settlement

Payment Update: The settlement administrator issued payments from the USAA SCRA class action settlement to eligible class members in May 2025.

If you are a USAA Bank customer who received and deposited a remediation check due to the Servicemember Civil Relief Act (SCRA) or Military Lending Act (MLA) remediation, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a class action settlement .

USAA Bank has agreed to pay $64,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly failing to properly reduce interest rates on servicemember accounts as required by law.

Who are the class members?

The class members include all USAA Bank customers who:

• Received and deposited a remediation check due to SCRA or MLA remediation
• Were identified to receive a remediation check based on SCRA, MLA, Extended Vehicle Protection (EVP), or Debt Protection (DP) remediation but did not cash or deposit it

How much can class members get?

The settlement provides for a distribution of approximately $64 million.

The payments are structured as follows:

• Step 1 : Class members who were sent a remediation payment but did not deposit it will receive a share of $33,402,833.59.
• Step 2 : Class members who received a remediation payment under SCRA will receive a minimum of $50 per account, with additional amounts allocated pro rata.
• Step 3 : Class members who received a remediation payment under MLA will also receive a minimum of $50 per account.

The average payment is estimated to exceed $200.

Class members do not need to take any action to receive their payment.

Payment methods

• Direct deposit to a qualifying USAA Bank account
• Electronic payment options

$64 Million settlement fund

The settlement fund of $64,000,000 will cover:

• Attorneys' fees and costs not to exceed 27.5% of the settlement fund
• Service awards to class representatives

The remaining amount will be distributed to class members.

Important dates

• Deadline to Opt Out of the Settlement : November 21, 2024
• Final Approval Hearing : January 7, 2025

When is the USAA Bank payout date?

If the court approves the settlement at the final approval hearing scheduled for January 7, 2025, payments will be distributed to class members after any appeals are resolved.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit alleges that USAA Bank failed to reduce interest rates for servicemember accounts as required by the SCRA and MLA, among other claims. The parties settled to avoid the costs and uncertainties of a trial.

Settlement Open for Claims

DaVita Settles ERISA Class Action for $2,000,000

If you were a participant in the DaVita Retirement Savings Plan from March 23, 2016, through July 1, 2024, you may be eligible to claim an award from a class action settlement.

DaVita Inc. has agreed to pay $2,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties under ERISA.

Who can submit a claim?

The class members eligible to submit a claim include all persons who participated in the DaVita Retirement Savings Plan at any time from March 23, 2016, to July 1, 2024.

This also includes any beneficiary of a deceased person who participated in the Plan during this period and any alternate payee of a person subject to a Qualified Domestic Relations Order who participated in the Plan during this period.

• Current Participants : Those who have a positive account balance in the Plan as of the date the Final Entitlement Amounts are calculated.
• Former Participants : Those who had an account balance at the beginning of the Class Period but liquidated their account before June 30, 2024.

How much can class members get?

The amount each class member can claim will be calculated based on their account balances during the Class Period. The Net Settlement Amount, which is the Gross Settlement Amount minus any taxes, court-approved costs, fees, and expenses, will be allocated among class members.

The calculation involves summing each class member's quarterly account balances from March 23, 2016, through June 30, 2024. This sum is referred to as the class member's 'Balance.' The Net Settlement Amount will then be distributed in proportion to each class member's Balance compared to the total Balance for all class members.

• Current Participants : The Final Entitlement Amount will be deposited into their Plan account unless the account is closed before the distribution.
• Former Participants : Those entitled to a distribution of more than $2.50 will receive their payment directly by check from the Settlement Administrator.

For example, if the Net Settlement Amount is $1,500,000 and the total Balance for all class members is $30,000,000, a class member with a Balance of $30,000 would receive 0.1% of the Net Settlement Amount, which is $1,500.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

Proof is not applicable. The Settlement Administrator already has the necessary information to determine each class member's entitlement.

How to claim an award

To claim an award, you do not need to file a claim proactively. The Settlement Administrator will calculate the Final Entitlement Amounts based on the Plan's records.

$2,000,000 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $2,000,000 will cover:

• Court-approved attorneys' fees and litigation expenses
• Case Contribution Awards to the Named Plaintiffs
• Costs of administering the Settlement

The remaining amount, known as the Net Settlement Amount, will be distributed to the class members.

Important dates

• Fairness Hearing : December 4, 2024
• Deadline to File a Claim : Not applicable as claims are calculated automatically

When is the DaVita ERISA Settlement payout date?

The awards will be paid after the Settlement receives final approval and any appeals are resolved.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The class action lawsuit was filed because the Named Plaintiffs alleged that DaVita Inc. breached its fiduciary duties under ERISA by failing to reduce the Plan's expenses and not exercising appropriate judgment in scrutinizing each investment option offered in the Plan.

What happens next?

The next steps include the Court's final approval of the Settlement and the distribution of the Net Settlement Amount to the class members. If you are a class member, ensure your contact information is up to date and wait for further instructions from the Settlement Administrator.

Settlement Open for Claims

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Covisint Settles Securities Litigation for $9,000,000

If you held Covisint Corporation common stock between June 5, 2017, and July 26, 2017, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a $9,000,000 settlement from a class action lawsuit .

Covisint Corporation has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties in connection with a merger agreement and the issuance of a misleading proxy statement.

Who can submit a claim?

Eligible class members include:

• Shareholders who held shares of Covisint common stock June 5, 2017, and July 26, 2017
• Shareholders who received or were entitled to receive the merger consideration

How much can class members get?

The actual recovery per share will depend on the total number of eligible shares.

For example, if the net settlement fund (after deducting taxes, fees, and expenses) is $8,000,000 and there are 35,000,000 eligible shares, the per-share recovery would be calculated as follows:

• Net Settlement Fund : $8,000,000
• Total Eligible Shares : 35,000,000
• Per-Share Recovery : $8,000,000 / 35,000,000 = $0.23 per share

How to claim an award

Eligible class members do not need to take any action to claim their award. Payments will be made automatically to the same account where the merger consideration was received.

How do I get paid?

Payments will be made in the same manner as the merger consideration. If your shares were held in a brokerage account, the payment will be deposited into that same account.

$9,000,000 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $9,000,000 will cover:

• Notice and administration costs
• Attorneys' fees and expenses
• Incentive awards for the lead plaintiffs
• Pro rata payments to eligible class members

Important dates

• Fairness Hearing : October 16, 2024
• Deadline to File a Claim : Not applicable

When is the Covisint Corporation Merger Litigation payout date?

The awards will be paid after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

What happens next?

The court will hold a fairness hearing on October 16, 2024, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, the settlement administrator will distribute the funds to eligible class members.

Settlement Open for Claims

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FinServ Acquisition Corp. SPAC Litigation Settlement ($9.5M)

If you held Class A common stock of FinServ Acquisition Corp. (NASDAQ: FSRV ) as of the closing of FinServ’s merger with legacy Katapult Holdings, Inc. on June 9, 2021, you may be eligible to claim a pro rata share of the class action settlement.

FinServ Acquisition Corp. has agreed to pay $9,500,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breaches of fiduciary duties by its directors during the merger with Katapult Holdings, Inc.

Who can submit a claim?

The class members eligible to submit a claim are all record and beneficial holders of Class A common stock of FinServ as of the closing of the de-SPAC Transaction on June 9, 2021. This includes both direct and indirect shareholders who held their shares through intermediaries such as brokers or custodians.

How much can class members get?

The settlement amount of $9,500,000 will be distributed among eligible class members. This amount includes $6,725,000 in cash and $2,775,000 in either shares of freely-tradeable Katapult common stock or additional cash.

The distribution will be on a pro rata basis, meaning each class member will receive a portion of the settlement fund proportional to the number of eligible shares they held. The Per-Share Recovery will be calculated by dividing the total amount of the Delaware Net Settlement Fund by the total number of Eligible Shares held by all Eligible Class Members.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

Proof is not applicable. Eligible class members do not need to submit a claim form to receive their payment. The Settlement Administrator already has the necessary information to distribute the funds.

How to claim an award

Eligible class members do not need to take any action to claim their award. The Settlement Administrator will automatically distribute the payments based on the records of the eligible shares held as of June 9, 2021.

Claim instructions

Since no action is required from the class members to claim their award, there are no specific steps to follow. The Settlement Administrator will handle the distribution process.

How do I get paid?

Payments will be made directly to eligible class members. If you held your shares through a broker or intermediary, the payment will be made to the intermediary, who will then distribute it to you.

$9,500,000 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $9,500,000 will cover the following:

• $2,775,000 in either shares of freely-tradeable Katapult common stock or additional cash
• Attorneys' fees and expenses, not to exceed 20% of the settlement fund
• Incentive award to the plaintiff, not to exceed $5,000

Important dates

• Settlement Hearing: October 10, 2024, at 3:15 p.m.

When is the FinServ Acquisition Corp. SPAC Litigation payout date?

The awards will be paid after the Court approves the settlement and any appeals are resolved. This process may take some time, so please be patient.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The class action settlement addresses allegations that the directors of FinServ Acquisition Corp. breached their fiduciary duties during the merger with Katapult Holdings, Inc. The settlement aims to compensate the affected shareholders for any potential losses incurred due to these alleged breaches.

Products or services that are the subject of the settlement

The settlement pertains to the shares of FinServ Acquisition Corp. Class A common stock held by shareholders as of the closing of the de-SPAC Transaction on June 9, 2021.

What happens next?

The next steps include the Court's approval of the settlement and the distribution of the settlement funds to eligible class members. If you are an eligible class member, you do not need to take any action to receive your payment.

Settlement Open for Claims

VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings SPAC Settlement ($7 million)

Final approval update: The settlement was granted final approval on Sept. 27, 2024.

If you owned Class A common stock of VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings II (VPCB) as of March 21, 2023, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a $7,000,000 settlement from a class action settlement.

VPC Impact Acquisition Holdings Sponsor II, LLC has agreed to pay $7,000,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged improper deprivation of the right to receive residual assets in a distribution.

Who can submit a claim?

The settlement class includes all persons who owned Class A common stock of VPCB as of March 21, 2023, and had their shares redeemed. This includes their legal representatives, heirs, successors-in-interest, transferees, and assignees of all such holders.

This means if you held Class A Shares of VPCB on the specified date and your shares were redeemed, you are part of the settlement class and eligible to submit a claim.

How much can class members get?

The estimated recovery per Class A Share, before deductions for court-approved fees, expenses, and costs, is approximately $0.29 per share .

The final amount each class member receives will be calculated based on a pro rata distribution of the Net Settlement Fund. The Net Settlement Fund is $7,000,000 minus any Notice and Administration Costs, litigation expenses, attorneys' fees, and other court-approved costs.

How to claim an award

To claim an award, you do not need to take any action. The Settlement Administrator will automatically distribute the pro rata portion of the Net Settlement Fund to the account in which you held VPCB Class A Shares.

Settlement payment method

Payments will be distributed directly to the accounts where the Class A Shares were held at the time of redemption. No further action is required from the class members.

$7,000,000 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $7,000,000 will cover the payments to class members, attorneys' fees, litigation expenses, and other court-approved costs:

• Total Settlement Amount: $7,000,000
• Attorneys' Fees (not to exceed 25%): $1,750,000
• Litigation Expenses: $150,000
• Incentive Award for Lead Plaintiff: $50,000
• Net Settlement Fund (estimated): $5,050,000

Important dates

• Fairness Hearing : September 26, 2024
• Deadline to File a Claim : Not applicable as claims are automatically processed

When is the VPCB payout date?

The awards will be paid after the court grants final approval of the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The class action lawsuit was filed to address the alleged improper deprivation of the right to receive residual assets in a distribution. The settlement aims to provide compensation to the affected class members without the need for prolonged litigation.

What happens next?

The court will hold a Fairness Hearing on September 26, 2024, to determine whether to approve the settlement. If approved, the Settlement Administrator will distribute the payments to the class members.

Settlement Open for Claims

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University of San Francisco settles wages litigation for $3.88M

If you are a part-time adjunct instructor employed by the University of San Francisco (USF) between January 4, 2017, and September 8, 2020, you may be eligible to claim a monetary award from a class action settlement.

The University of San Francisco has agreed to pay $3,888,888 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged failure to pay overtime wages, failure to provide compliant rest and meal breaks, failure to issue accurate itemized wage statements, and failure to reimburse necessary expenses.

Who can submit a claim?

Class Members are divided into three categories: Unpaid Wage Class, Wage Statement Class, and Expense Reimbursement Class. Each category has specific criteria for inclusion:

• all part-time adjunct instructors employed by USF from January 4, 2017, to September 8, 2020, who earned less than the minimum monthly salary threshold for each year during this period.
• part-time adjunct instructors employed by USF from January 4, 2020, to September 8, 2020, who earned less than $4,506.67 in any calendar month.
• includes part-time adjunct instructors who were omitted from the class list in the earlier Gola v. University of San Francisco case.
• Expense Reimbursement Class: all current and former employees of USF who worked remotely in California from March 11, 2020, to July 31, 2021.

How much can class members get?

The settlement fund of $3,888,888 will be distributed among the Class Members after deducting certain amounts for settlement administration, employer-side payroll taxes, service payments to the plaintiffs, attorneys' fees, and litigation costs. The remaining amount, known as the Net Settlement Amount (NSA), will be approximately $2,362,592.

The NSA will be distributed as follows:

• 65% (approximately $1,535,684.80) to the Unpaid Wage Class Members , based on the number of qualifying months worked during the class period. A 2.5 multiplier will be applied to the work months of Nursing Part-time Adjunct Instructors.
• 15% (approximately $354,388.80) to the Wage Statement Class Members , based on the number of qualifying work months during the class period and the certified class period in the Gola case.
• 20% (approximately $472,518.40) to the Expense Reimbursement Class Members , based on the number of work months during the class period. A 4.0 multiplier will be applied to work months before August 1, 2021.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

The Settlement Administrator already has the necessary information to determine eligibility.

How do I get paid?

Class Members will receive their payments via check mailed to the address provided in their claim form. Ensure that your address is up-to-date to avoid any delays in receiving your payment.

$3,888,888 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The settlement fund of $3,888,888 will cover the following:

• Settlement administration costs: up to $35,000
• Employer-side payroll taxes: estimated at $20,000
• Service payments to plaintiffs: up to $7,500 each
• Attorneys' fees: up to $1,296,296
• Litigation costs: up to $60,000
• PAGA penalties: $100,000 (75% to the LWDA, 25% to Aggrieved Employees)
• Net Settlement Amount: approximately $2,362,592

Important dates

• Opt-Out Deadline : 09/27/2024
• Dispute Deadline : 09/27/2024
• Final Approval Hearing : 11/15/2024 at 9:00 a.m.

When is the USF Settlement payout date?

The payout date for the settlement has not been specified as of the date of publishing. It will be determined after the Final Approval Hearing on November 15, 2024.

Settlement Open for Claims

Official settlement website says when claims open

Focal Point Exports Ltd. $218,400 BIPA Settlement

If you provided your finger, hand, or palm scan for timekeeping at Focal Point at any time between March 26, 2014, and May 14, 2024, you may be eligible to claim up to $975 from a class action settlement.

Focal Point Exports Ltd. has agreed to pay $218,400 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) by collecting, capturing, or using biometric data without proper consent.

Who are the class members?

• You performed work for Focal Point in the State of Illinois between March 26, 2014, and May 14, 2024.
• You had your fingerprint or handprint data collected, captured, received, obtained, maintained, stored, transmitted, or disclosed by Focal Point.
• You did not sign a consent before providing such biometric information.

If you meet these criteria, you are considered a member of the Settlement Class unless you properly execute and file a timely request for exclusion.

How much can class members get?

Class members can receive a gross payment of approximately $975 from the Settlement Fund. After deductions for settlement administration costs, attorneys’ fees, and a service award to the Class Representative, the net payment is approximately $550.33.

Is proof required to submit a claim?

No, proof is not required to submit a claim. The Settlement Administrator already has the information needed to identify eligible class members.

How do I get paid?

Class members will receive a check by mail. The check will be issued by the Settlement Administrator and will expire 150 days after issuance.

$218,400 Settlement Fund

The settlement fund of $218,400 will cover:

• Payments to Settlement Class Members
• Settlement administration expenses
• Attorneys’ fees and costs
• An incentive award to the Class Representative

The attorneys will ask the Court to award them up to 33.3% of the Settlement Fund, plus reasonable costs. The Class Representative will apply for a payment of up to $5,000 for their service.

Important dates

• Objection Deadline: 07/26/2024
• Opt-Out Deadline: 07/26/2024
• Final Approval Hearing: 09/17/2024

When is the payout date?

Payments will be made as soon as possible after the Court order becomes final, approximately 14 days after final approval.

Why is there a class action settlement?

The lawsuit alleges that Focal Point violated BIPA by requiring workers to submit their fingerprint for timekeeping without proper disclosures and consent. Focal Point denies these claims but has agreed to settle to avoid the expense and uncertainty of litigation.

Products or services that are the subject of the settlement

The settlement concerns the biometric timekeeping devices used at Focal Point, which allegedly collected workers' biometric data without proper consent.

What happens next?

The Court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on September 17, 2024. If the Settlement is approved, payments will be distributed to eligible class members. If the Settlement is not approved, the lawsuit will continue.

Settlement Open for Claims

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Aurora Behavioral Health Care $6.25M CA Labor Settlement

If you were employed as a Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Licensed Psychiatric Technician, Mental Health Worker, or Behavioral Health Care Specialist at Aurora Las Encinas Hospital or Aurora Charter Oak Hospital from August 6, 2005, through April 10, 2013, you may be eligible to claim a settlement from a class action lawsuit.

Aurora Behavioral Health Care has agreed to pay $6,250,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of the California Labor Code, including unpaid overtime and missed meal and rest breaks.

Who are the class members?

Class members include those who were employed:

• When : from August 6, 2005, through April 10, 2013
• Aurora Las Encinas Hospital
• Aurora Charter Oak Hospital
• Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Licensed Psychiatric Technician
• Behavioral Health Care Specialist

PAGA members include those employed from July 7, 2009, through April 10, 2013 at the same facilities and the same positions as above.

How much can class members get?

Class members will receive payments based on the number of compensable shifts and the positions held. The Net Settlement Amount will be divided among class members using the following formula:

• Mental Health Workers and Behavioral Health Specialists: Value of 1.0 per shift.
• Licensed Vocational Nurses and Licensed Psychiatric Technicians: Value of 1.5 per shift.
• Registered Nurses: Value of 2.5 per shift.

The total compensable shifts for all class members will be divided by the Net Settlement Amount to determine each class member's payment ratio. This ratio will then be multiplied by the Net Settlement Amount to determine the individual settlement payment.

PAGA members will receive a pro rata share of the $25,000 allocated for PAGA payments based on the number of pay periods worked during the PAGA period.

Example Calculation

Suppose the Net Settlement Amount is $3,445,259 and there are 350,467 compensable shifts in total. If a Registered Nurse worked 200 shifts, the calculation would be as follows:

• Calculate the value of the shifts: 200 shifts \* 2.5 = 500.
• Determine the payment ratio: 500 / 350,467 = 0.001427.
• Calculate the individual payment: 0.001427 \* $3,445,259 ≈ $4,918.68.

No action needed to receive compensation

If you are a class member, you do not need to take any action to receive your settlement payment. The payment will be mailed to you automatically after the Court grants final approval of the settlement.

$6,250,000 Settlement Fund Breakdown

The settlement fund of $6,250,000 will cover:

• Settlement administration costs: Up to $18,000.
• Class counsel award: Up to $2,083,333 (33.333% of the gross settlement amount).
• Reimbursement of litigation costs: Up to $485,000.
• Service awards for class representatives: $125,000 collectively ($25,000 each).
• PAGA payment: $100,000, with $75,000 payable to the California Labor Workforce Development Agency and $25,000 to PAGA members.

Important dates

• Dispute Deadline : 08/10/2024
• Objection Deadline : 08/10/2024
• Final Approval Hearing : 11/13/2024

When is the payout date?

The awards will be paid after the Court grants final approval of the settlement at the Final Approval Hearing on November 13, 2024.

What happens next?

The Court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on November 13, 2024, to determine the adequacy, reasonableness, and fairness of the settlement. If approved, the settlement payments will be distributed to class members.

Settlement Open for Claims

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LDF Lending Companies $37.35M Consumer Loan Settlement

Second payment update: The settlement administrator began issuing second payments of remaining settlement funds to eligible class members in June 2026.

Payment update: The settlement administrator began issuing payments to eligible class members in March 2025.

If you obtained a loan from Lendgreen, LendUMo, Zfunds, Makwa Financial, Brightstar Cash, National Small Loan, Bear Claw Lending, Sky Trail Cash, Loan at Last, Nine Torches, Bridge Lending Solutions, Lakeshore Loans, UbiCash, Cash Aisle, MitigCapital, Avail Blue, Evergreen Services, Blue River Lending, Quick Help Loans (Greenline), or Radiant Cash, you may be eligible to claim loan forgiveness and a cash payment from a class action settlement.

The LDF Lending Companies have agreed to pay $37,350,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of state and federal lending laws, including charging interest rates higher than permitted by state law and operating without proper licensing.

Who are the class members?

To be part of the settlement class, you must have obtained a loan from any of the LDF Lending Companies between July 24, 2016, and October 1, 2023. Class members are automatically included unless they choose to exclude themselves.

• You must have taken out a loan from one of the specified companies during the relevant period.
• If you received a notice, it indicates you are likely a class member.

How much can class members get?

Class members are eligible for debt cancellation and a share of the $37.35 million fund. The amount each member receives will depend on the principal paid and interest paid above state legal limits.

• Debt Cancellation : Any outstanding balance on covered loans will be canceled.
• Cash Payments : Payments will be distributed based on state laws and amounts paid on the loans. The exact amount will depend on the settlement fund and the number of claims.

Debt Cancellation

Any covered loan that still has an outstanding balance will be canceled, resulting in approximately $1.4 billion in canceled debt across all class members.

Cash Payments

The cash payments will be calculated based on what class members paid in principal and/or what was paid in interest above respective state’s legal limits. Payments are based on the laws of each state of residence at the time covered loans were originated.

You will not receive a cash payment but will receive the other benefits if you:

• Did not make any payments on your loan with the LDF Lending Companies.
• Lived in states like Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, South Dakota, Vermont, and Virginia, and did not make payments above the principal of your loan.
• Lived in states like Alabama, Alaska, California, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Washington D.C., or Wyoming, and did not pay interest above your state’s legal limits.
• Lived in Utah or Nevada, which have no interest rate restrictions.

No action required to receive compensation

Class members do not need to take any action to receive their benefits. The Settlement Administrator will automatically process the debt cancellation and cash payments.

Important dates

• Final Fairness Hearing : December 13, 2024

When is the Fitzgerald v. Wildcat payout date?

The settlement was granted final approval by the court on December 17, 2024. According to the settlement website, payments will be issued within 60 days of January 16, 2025.

Official settlement website says when claims open

PNC Bank settles MLO class action for $11.85 million (CA)

If you were employed by PNC Bank, N.A. in California as a mortgage loan officer between June 28, 2014, and June 30, 2019, you may be eligible to claim a portion of an $11,850,000 class action settlement .

PNC Bank, N.A. has agreed to pay $11,850,000 to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged violations of California labor laws, including failure to provide paid rest periods and accurate wage statements.

Who are the class members?

Class members are those who worked as Mortgage Loan Officers for PNC Bank in California during the class period from June 28, 2014, to June 30, 2019. To qualify as a class member, you must:

• Have been employed by PNC Bank as an MLO in California during the specified period.
• Not have opted out of the class settlement.

The settlement also covers claims during the settlement period from June 28, 2014, through June 1, 2023.

How much can class members get?

The settlement provides a gross settlement fund of $11,850,000, which will be distributed among class members based on their compensation earned during the class period. Class members will receive payments calculated using a point system that considers the length of employment and compensation earned.

• Base Payment : Class members employed from January 4, 2017, to June 1, 2023, will receive a base payment calculated by multiplying their working percentage by $4,000.
• Allocation Points : Additional payments will be based on allocation points, with different values assigned for compensation earned during various periods. For example, from June 28, 2014, to January 4, 2017, each dollar of compensation earns 0.15 points. The total net settlement fund, after deductions, will be divided by the total allocation points to determine the dollar value of each point.

Example Calculation

Let's assume a class member worked for PNC Bank from January 2015 to June 2019 and earned $50,000 in compensation during this period. Here’s how the calculation would work:

• Base Payment : If they worked from January 4, 2017, to June 1, 2023, their working percentage would be calculated based on the months worked during this period. Suppose they worked 24 months out of the 77 months, their working percentage would be 24/77. Therefore, their base payment would be (24/77) \* $4,000 = $1,246.75.
• For the period from June 28, 2014, to January 4, 2017, they would earn 0.15 points per dollar of compensation. If they earned $30,000 during this period, they would get 30,000 \* 0.15 = 4,500 points.
• For the period from January 5, 2017, to June 30, 2019, they would earn 1.0 points per dollar of compensation. If they earned $20,000 during this period, they would get 20,000 \* 1.0 = 20,000 points.
• Total Points : The total points would be 4,500 + 20,000 = 24,500 points.
• Point Value : If the adjusted net settlement fund is $7,296,071.38 and the total points for all class members is 60,000,000, the point value would be $7,296,071.38 / 60,000,000 = $0.12 per point.
• Total Payment : The total payment would be the base payment plus the allocation points value, which is $1,246.75 + (24,500 \* $0.12) = $1,246.75 + $2,940 = $4,186.75.

How to claim compensation

Class members do not need to take any action to receive their settlement payment. The Settlement Administrator will automatically distribute payments to eligible class members.

How is the $11,850,000 Settlement fund distributed?

• $30,000 for the Settlement Administrator's fees and expenses.
• $100,000 for PAGA settlement, with $75,000 to the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency and $25,000 to class members.
• $10,000 service payment to the Named Plaintiff.
• Up to $3,950,000 in attorneys' fees and $150,000 in costs.
• The remaining amount will be distributed to class members.

Important dates

• Final Approval Hearing : October 16, 2024

Official settlement website says when claims open

Warner Bros. Discovery $125 Million Securities Settlement

If you were a record or beneficial owner of Discovery, Inc. common stock at the time of its merger with AT&T's WarnerMedia Business on April 8, 2022, you may be eligible to claim a portion of a $125,000,000 class action settlement .

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. has agreed to pay this amount to settle a class action lawsuit for alleged breaches of fiduciary duty related to the merger.

Who are the class members?

• All record holders and beneficial owners of Discovery common stock as of the merger's closing on April 8, 2022, whose shares were reclassified and converted into Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. common stock.
• Legal representatives, heirs, and assignees of such holders and beneficial owners.

How much can class members get?

Class members will receive a pro rata distribution from the settlement fund. The amount each member receives will depend on the number of eligible shares they held at the time of the merger.

Pro Rata Calculation : The Net Settlement Fund will be divided by the total number of eligible shares to determine the per-share recovery. For example, if the Net Settlement Fund is $100,000,000 and there are 10,000,000 eligible shares, the per-share recovery would be $10.

No claim filing required

Eligible class members will automatically receive their payment in the same manner they received their Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. shares. If your shares were held in a brokerage account, your broker will deposit your settlement payment into that account.

Settlement fund breakdown

The settlement fund of $125,000,000 will cover:

• Payments to eligible class members.
• Attorneys' fees and expenses, not to exceed 22% of the settlement fund.
• Incentive awards to plaintiffs, not to exceed $40,000 in total.

When is the Warner Bros. Discovery payout date?

Payments will be made after the court approves the settlement and any appeals are resolved.

What happens next?

The court will hold a fairness hearing on October 10, 2024, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed to eligible class members after any appeals are resolved.

Settlement Open for Claims