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A settlement has been reached in two class action lawsuits alleging Donald J. Trump and Trump University failed to deliver the quality of programs and events as promised. If you purchased a Trump University program, you may be entitled to benefits from the class action settlement.
The Trump University settlement will resolve two class action lawsuits filed by Trump University students who claim the Trump defendants made certain misrepresentations about Live Events.
In one of the class action lawsuits, plaintiff Art Cohen alleges that Donald J. Trump engaged in a fraudulent scheme to sell real estate seminars and mentorships, in violation of federal law.
He says Trump misled Class Members that they would learn Trump’s real estate techniques through him and “handpicked” professors at Trump University. The Cohen class action lawsuit (Cohen v. Donald J. Trump) will represent a nationwide Class.
In a related Trump University class action lawsuit (Low v. Trump University LLC, et al.), the plaintiffs allege that the Trump defendants made similar misrepresentations about Trump University Live Events in violation of California, Florida and New York laws.
The plaintiffs claim that, instead of delivering the promised training for entrepreneurs to achieve financial independence by investing in real estate, “Trump University is more like an infomercial, selling non-accredited products, such as sales workshops, luring customers in with the name and reputation of its founder and Chairman, billionaire land mogul Donald J. Trump.”
The Trump defendants deny any wrongdoing. However, they have agreed to settle the Trump University class action lawsuits to avoid the burden and expense of ongoing litigation.
The Trump University class action lawsuits were scheduled to go to trial on Nov. 28, 2016. Trump, who had been elected President of the United States on Nov. 9, sought to postpone the trial as he prepared to take office. His request was denied and the Trump University settlement was announced about a week before the trial was scheduled to begin.
If you would like to object to the Trump University class action settlement, you must do so by Mar. 6, 2017.
UPDATE: On March 31, 2017, a federal judge signed off on a class action settlement against Trump University, finding that the parties arrived at an agreement that was “fair, reasonable, and adequate.”
UPDATE 2: On Feb. 6, 2018, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge to the $25 million Trump University class action settlement, which means that eligible Class Members who filed timely and valid claims are one step closer to receiving payment.
Who’s Eligible
Class Members of the Trump University settlement include: “Anyone who purchased a Trump University Live Event in the United States from 2007 through May 23, 2010, and has not received a full refund.”
Live Events include any in-person seminar and/or “Bronze,” “Silver” or “Gold Elite” programs, including an in-person mentorship.
NOTE: This settlement only applies to those who purchased Live Events from Trump University in the United States. If you purchased a Live Event from Trump Institute, Trump Entrepreneur Initiative, Trump Education, Trump University in Canada or any other Trump entity, you are not eligible for benefits from the Trump University Settlement. You are also not part of the class action settlement if you only purchased an online course or phone coaching from Trump University.
Potential Award
Varies, depending on how much money you spent on Trump University Live Events, whether you previously received a refund, and the total number of Class Members who submit Claim Forms.
The settlement website suggests that each Class Member can expect to receive approximately 50 percent of their money back on their purchase of Trump University Live Events, though this amount could increase if some Class Members do not file claims.
Proof of Purchase
The Claim Form asks Class Members to provide as much detail about the purchase of Live Events and any refund that was received. Such details include the name of seminar, workshop or mentorship; name of speaker, instructor or mentor; date of purchase or attendance; price paid; location of Live Event; and the date and amount of refund (if applicable).
Claim Form Deadline
3/6/2017
NOTE: A PDF of the Claim Form is available for download here.
Case Name
Low, et al. v. Trump University LLC, et al., Case No. 3:10-cv-00940, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California and Cohen v. Donald J. Trump, Case No. 3:13-cv-02519, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
Final Hearing
3/30/2017
UPDATE 2: On May 1, 2017, an appeal to the Trump University class action settlement was filed. Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted. We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.
UPDATE 3: On February 6, 2018, the Ninth Circuit Appeals Court affirmed the District Court’s final approval of the Trump University class action settlement. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page.
Settlement Website
www.TrumpUniversityLitigation.com
Claims Administrator
Better Business Bureau of Metropolitan New York
ATTN: Trump Restitution Fund
c/o Epiq Systems Inc.
30 East 33rd Street
New York, NY 10016
Phone: 866-841-7311
Fax: 212-533-7505
restitution@NewYork.BBB.org
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26 thoughts onTrump University Live Events Class Action Settlement
Can you believe these people want you to have receipts for these classes we took in 2007. This is ridiculous and frivoulous.
I got a letter today, 7/24/2017, asking me for my paper receipts for the classes I attended this almost 9-10 years ago! I didn’t save this material for this long. I think I shredded it 2-3+ years ago. I’m surprised that my name wouldn’t have been on some type of student list. Here I’ve been waiting on a check and they are still at square 1 validating claims.
I got the same rejection letter.
An appeal on May 1st 2017? I am so totally disgusted by this appeal and feel like once again have been mislead by the Trump organization and it’s claim website that has yet to post that an appeal was filed I learned of it in this class action site… Can not believe these people…here goes up to another year of b.s. and us waiting…smh…
If you look it up looks like the appeal came from our side and it looks like the lawyers have asked for the funds to be dispersed. You can look it up and see the actual document if I’m reading this right that’s what it looks like period hopefully you come sooner and not later *sigh*
No, that is NOT what it says.
sue,
if you don’t mine me asking,what exactly is the court documents stating, concerning the appeal filed? I have been reading on other sites,and it appears to me the lawyers are fighting for our rights. I hope this appeal will be resolved, sooner than later.good luck sue.
a Notice of Appeal was filed AGAINST the Final Approval for the Settlement.
I finally found something with a little more explanation to it. I just looked at the actual court docket which was a bit confusing. A woman apparently put a claim in saying she didn’t have enough time to opt out which could continue this case for a few years or something. You should be able to find articles about it. Good luck
UPDATE 2: On May 1, 2017, an appeal to the Trump University class action settlement was filed. . Claims will not be paid until all appeals are exhausted. We appreciate your ongoing patience. Top Class Actions will continue to provide updates as we learn more.
TCA any updates as to when this will be paid???? Thanks in advance
They told me it would be 4-6 months. Not sure why it would take them this long seeing that there was about 2,000 claims in total I believe. But, who knows.
has any one else recvd a notice in the mail today?
Yes I did yesterday just said like a number and they had my claim and such.
I did get a letter the other day informing me they received my claim and at this time no further action is required. But, that was all.
brina,
it pretty much sound like your claim has found to be valid.do anyone know when and for how much payments will be?good luck everyone that filed,and good for you taking the stand to file.
Anyone know when the checks will be mailed?
Yeah I’d like to know as well I’m sure it will take like 6 months lol.
UPDATE: On March 31, 2017, a federal judge signed off on a class action settlement against Trump University, finding that the parties arrived at an agreement that was “fair, reasonable, and adequate.”
the settlement was approved i believe it was over 3000 plus who made claims no update on when anyone receives any monies.
What happened yesterday
I still want to know if they are going to do anything with the rest if the Corinthian colleges, FMU was the original one which had the sake practices yet they only when as far back as Everest.