How do I know if I qualify for a settlement?
You’ve probably seen news articles featuring information about a class action settlement involving products you’ve purchased or services you’ve used and wonder if you might qualify for benefits. How can you find out if you’re eligible?
In some cases, the settlement administrator will send a notice of a settlement directly to you by mail or email. If you receive a notice, you’re almost definitely eligible for benefits. Make sure you read through the notice to make sure you fit the definition of a class member before you file a claim.
If you don’t receive notice of a settlement, it does not mean you don’t qualify.
In some cases it is impractical (or impossible) to directly notify class members a class action lawsuit has been settled. To make sure potential class members learn about the settlement, the administrator will post the notice in newspapers, magazines or online.
When you read the notice, pay particular attention to the definition of a class member.
Generally, there will be a certain time span during which you must have been affected by the product or issue in order to qualify. Sometimes the settlement will only apply to people living in certain states. These are the types of information you want to look for. Read the definition carefully to make sure you qualify.
Some settlements require class members to submit proof of purchase or other documentation in order to receive benefits, as well.
If you have any questions about whether you qualify, you can contact the settlement administrator for clarification. Their contact information will be on the notice.
It’s important to remember the settlement administrator will generally have the final say about whether you will get benefits after you submit a claim form. If you didn’t fully complete the claim form, failed to submit required documentation or missed the filing deadline, your claim will be rejected, even if you qualified as a class member.
How can I find out which settlements are accepting claims?
Our goal at Top Class Actions is to keep consumers like you informed about the latest class action lawsuit and settlement news.
Visit our Open Settlements section to see if you qualify for any settlements accepting claims. We provide you with all of the information you need to know, including links to administrators’ websites and claim forms.
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