Class Action Rebates | February 2020

Although the number of days in February can vary from year to year, something that remains consistent is the wide range of class action rebates available.

Settlements for technology, biometric privacy, consumer products, and other topics were opened this month for claims. Many of these deals include millions of dollars in funds that are set to be distributed to consumers.

The following settlements, which were reached or opened in February, could provide payouts and other benefits for our readers.

Keep reading to see if you are eligible to file a claim and receive cash! You can also look at Top Class Actions’ settlement directory to find other class action rebates you may qualify for.

Cryptsy Coinbase Class Action Settlement

Coinbase, a cryptocurrency company, recently agreed to pay $962,500 to resolve claims that Cryptsy account holders had Bitcoin and other cryptocurrency stolen from them.

Crypsty founder Paul Vernon allegedly stole the cryptocurrency, closed the company and moved abroad. Although Vernon has not cooperated with legal action against him, Coinbase agreed to the settlement to resolve claims that they were liable in the scheme.

The settlement benefits Crypsty account holders who had Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies with the company’s platform as of Nov. 1, 2015 and who were unable to access their currencies.

Class Members maybe able to collect up to 100 percent of their unreimbursed losses, although exact payments will vary depending on the number of valid claims filed.

In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members must file a valid claim form by April 13, 2020.

Subaru Starlink Class Action Settlement

Subaru has agreed to pay into a $6.25 million fund to resolve claims against them surrounding their Starlink infotainment systems.

Plaintiffs in the Subaru class action claim that the Starlink systems are defected, causing them to freeze and become non-responsive. This defect allegedly results in distracted drivers.

The settlement benefits current or former owners and lessees of a 2017 Impreza, 2018 Impreza, 2018 Forester, 2018 Outback, 2018 Legacy, 2018 Crosstrek, or 2018 BRZ vehicle. The relevant vehicles were equipped with a Generation 3.0 head unit manufactured by Harman International Industries.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect compensation for any out-of-pocket expenses they incurred while trying to fix the Starlink infotainment system. Additionally, Class Members will be provided with an extended 5 year/100,000 mile warranty.

In order to receive cash reimbursements, Class Members must file a valid claim form by April 1, 2020. No claim form is required to recover the extended warranty.

Illinois Jumio Biometric Class Action Settlement

Jumio has agreed to pay $7 million to resolve class action claims under the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). Plaintiffs claimed that Jumio’s NetVerify service required facial scans to verify users for certain websites. Allegedly, these biometrics were collected, stored and sold without consent.

The settlement benefits Illinois residents who had their biometrics collected, captured, stored, purchased, or obtained by Jumio between Dec. 21, 2013 and Dec. 23, 2019.

Although Jumio hasn’t admitted to any wrongdoing, Class Members will be able to recover an equal share of the net settlement fund. No estimates are available, but payments will depend on the number of claims filed.

In order to receive a payment, Class Members are required to file a claim form by March 22, 2020. In order to file a claim online, consumers will need a claim number and PIN which were provided in a notice.

Evanger’s Toxic Dog Food Class Action Settlement

Evanger’s pet food company has agreed to resolve claims against them in a $545,000 settlement. The deal will resolve allegations that the company’s dog food contains dangerous ingredients including pentobarbital, a drug used to euthanize animals.

The settlement benefits consumers who purchased Evanger’s Hunk of Beef, Evanger’s Braised Beef or Against the Grain Pulled Beef with Gravy between Dec. 1, 2015 and June 30, 2017.

Class Members with proof of purchase will be able to collect cash payments of 25 percent of their purchase or merchandise certificates of 50 percent of their purchase.

Without proof of purchase, Class Members can collect three free cans of Evanger’s or Against the Grain dog food products. The settlement also allows for compensation of veterinary care if dogs got sick after eating the food.

In order to receive these benefits, Class Members must file a valid claim form by March 9, 2020.

Lexington Law Firm TCPA Class Action Settlement

Lexington Law Firm, a legal firm offering credit repair and monitoring services, agreed to pay more than $11.45 million to resolve claims that they violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). The company allegedly used unsolicited calls and texts to advertise their services in violation of the TCPA.

The settlement benefits consumers who received unsolicited phone calls or text messages from Lexington on or after July 12, 2013. These calls were reportedly placed based on information gathered by third party lead generators (TK Media Inc., Capital Leads LLC, Fluent LLC, and Credit Sesame).

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect payments of $6.15. In order to recover these payments, Class Members are required to submit a valid claim form by May 4, 2020. No proof is required, as claims will be validated using Lexington’s records.

Essex Gas Stations Price-Fixing Class Action Settlement

Essex gas stations in New Jersey have agreed to resolve claims against them with a $1.5 million class action settlement. The deal resolves claims that gas stations in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle counties conspired together to fix the price of gasoline.

The settlement benefits individuals and businesses who owned or leased at least one eligible vehicle (validly registered motorcycle, three wheel vehicle, car truck or van), lived in Chittenden, Franklin or Grand Isle counties, and purchased gasoline from certain gas stations between April 1, 2012 and June 22, 2015.

Affected gas stations include Champlain Farms on Jericho Road, Champlain Farms on Pearl Street, Dave’s Service Center, Essex Center Maverick, Essex Colonial Mart, Essex Discount Beverage, Fairground Beverage, Go Go Gas: Essex Junction, Maplefields on Essex, River Road Beverage & Redemption, Simon’s 2A, Simon’s 5 Corners, and Simon’s Essex Center.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect a proportional share of the net settlement fund based on the number of gallons they purchased. Higher amounts can be recovered if claimants provide either receipts or credit card statements.

In order to recover compensation, Class Members must file a valid claim form by March 26, 2020.

Checkers Unwanted Text Class Action Settlement

Checkers Drive-In has agreed to a TCPA class action settlement to resolve claims that the company sent consumers unsolicited text messages. These allegedly illegal text messages reportedly advertised the company’s products and offered special coupons.

The settlement benefits individuals who got an advertising text message from or on behalf of Checkers or Rally’s between Dec. 21, 2013, to March 8, 2019.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect two $5 vouchers – good for one year. Additionally, Checkers has agreed to stop sending illegal advertising text messages.

In order to receive these benefits, Class Members are required to file a valid claim form by July 27, 2020.

Los Angeles Vehicle Impound Class Action Settlement

The City of Los Angeles has agreed to pay $1.7 million to resolve claims that they operated an illegal impound scheme. The city allegedly used a “bandit taxi” law to justify their impounding of vehicles and implemented deceptive impound policies to keep the vehicles and charge large fees.

The settlement benefits individuals who had their vehicle towed and impounded by Los Angeles between Jan. 11, 2014 and Feb. 15, 2017 and had to pay a fee to release their vehicle.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect a proportional share of the net settlement fund based on the amount in fees they paid to free their vehicles. Fees paid by consumers allegedly ranged from $164.85 and $3,775.20.

No claim form is required to receive these benefits. If consumers wish to exclude themselves or object to the settlement, Class Members must do so by March 17, 2020.

Target Debit Card Class Action Settlement

Target has agreed to pay $8.2 million to resolve claims that their debit cards were deceptively marketed. The massive retailer allegedly portrayed the cards as similar to regular debit cards despite incurring fees that other debit cards do not.

The settlement benefits Target debit card holders who incurred at least one returned payment fee between June 29, 2012 and Dec. 2, 2019 that was not refunded or waived.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect a cash payment. Payment amounts will vary depending on the amount they paid in returned payment fees. Class Members may also be able to receive debt reduction of 25 percent.

In order to receive these benefits, Class Members do not have to take any action. The opt out deadline for the settlement is April 17, 2020.

Verde Energy TCPA Class Action Settlement

Additional TCPA claims were resolved this month by Verde Energy in a $5 million settlement. Plaintiffs claimed that the company violated TCPA with unsolicited robocalls which sued an automatic dialing system, pre-recorded voice, and/or artificial voice.

The settlement benefits consumers who received at least one unsolicited robocall from Verde Energy which used a pre-recorded or artificial voice between Oct. 16, 2013 and Feb. 14, 2019.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect a proportional share of the net settlement fund. Payment amounts will depend on the number of claims filed.

In order to receive benefits, Class Members must file a valid claim form by April 13, 2020. In order to file a claim form online, Class Members must use their Notice ID and confirmation code included in the notice sent to them.

Wells Fargo FCRA Class Action Settlement

A $3.8 million class action settlement will resolve claims that Wells Fargo violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). According to the plaintiffs, the FCRA violation stemmed from Wells Fargo collecting consumer background reports created without consumer consent.

The settlement benefits prospective employees who had a consumer report procured by Wells Fargo between June 1, 2015 and Jan. 24, 2016.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect payment of $46.85. These checks may be followed by a second round of checks worth more than $10, if a sufficient amount of the first checks remain uncashed.

In order to receive these benefits, Class Members must file a valid claim form by April 14, 2020.

Tampa Bay Lightning Text Message Class Action Settlement

NHL team Tampa Bay Lightning has agreed to a $2.3 million class action settlement to resolve TCPA claims against them. The team allegedly sent unsolicited text messages to consumers through their Insider Text Club.

The settlement benefits individuals who received at least one text message in connection with the Tampa Bay Lightning Bolts Insider Text Club after texting a keyword to the short code 61873. Although fans sent a keyword to the short code, they allegedly did not consent to further text messages.

The settlement provides Class Members with a proportional share of the net settlement fund. Payments are estimated to be around $45.

In order to receive cash payments from the settlement, Class Members are required to file a valid claim form by June 8, 2020.

McCormick Black Pepper Slack-Fill Class Action Settlement

McCormick has agreed to a $2.5 million settlement to resolve claims that their black pepper products were underfilled and deceptively packaged. The alleged “slack filled” tins resulted in overpriced products, according to the plaintiffs.

The settlement benefits California, Florida and Missouri residents who purchased McCormick or other private label brand black pepper products between Jan. 1, 2015 and Jan. 27, 2020.

This includes a variety of McCormick, Always Save, Best Choice, Essential Everyday, Family Gourmet, Gold Emblem, Great Value, Publix, Signature Select, Southern Home, Special Value, Spice Treasures, Springfield, and Winn Dixie ground pepper products.

Class Members can collect $4 per container purchased. Without proof of purchase, up to $8 per household can be collected. With proof of purchase, more containers can be claimed.

In order to receive any benefits, Class Members must submit a valid claim with or without proof of purchase by May 15, 2020.

Banner Health Data Breach Class Action Settlement

Banner Health has agreed to a $6 million settlement to resolve claims regarding a 2016 data breach. Around 2.6 million patients had their information compromised in the breach which was allegedly caused by a lack of security measures.

The settlement benefits patients who received a notice from Banner Health that their information may have been compromised in the 2016 data breach.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect two years of credit monitoring at no cost to themselves. The settlement will also provide up to $10,000 in compensation for time spent, expenses, and losses resulting from the data breach.

In order to receive benefits, Class Members must file a valid claim form by Feb. 9, 2021.

Ocean Spray Artificial Flavors Class Action Settlement

Ocean Spray has agreed to pay $5.4 million to resolve claims that their juices are falsely advertised as containing “no artificial flavors.” Despite the company’s claims, the products allegedly contain synthetic malic acid – a flavoring reportedly derived from petrochemicals.

The settlement benefits consumers who purchased certain Ocean Spray products between Jan. 1, 2011 and Jan. 31, 2020. A variety of flavors are included in the settlement.

Under the settlement, Class Members can collect $1 per bottle purchased. Household payments are capped at $20 for 20 bottles claimed.

In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members must file a valid claim form by July 10, 2020.

Viking Fire Sprinklers Class Action Settlement

Viking fire sprinkler owners may be able to benefit from a class action settlement with the manufacturer. The sprinklers allegedly activate despite no fire being present. Plaintiffs claim that this resulted in property damage from the water.

The settlement benefits consumers who owned or occupied a property which contained Viking fire sprinklers (model VK457) between Jan. 1, 2013 and March 31, 2015 and/or who either paid to replace those sprinklers or paid for damages resulting from a non-fire activation.

The settlement provides free replacement of any affected Viking fire sprinklers. If consumers already had the sprinklers replaced, Class Members can collect up to $35 in reimbursement for each sprinkler replaced. In the case of property damage from a non-fire activation, Class Members can collect up to 70 percent reimbursement.

Are You Eligible For These Class Action Rebates?

If you are eligible for any of the above class action rebates, you could recover significant compensation! Make sure to follow any necessary directions to submit a claim and pay attention to relevant deadlines to make sure your claim is timely and valid.

Even if you aren’t eligible for any of this month’s settlements, you could be eligible for other deals. Top Class Actions maintains a settlement directory of other current class action rebates open for claims.

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