Brigette Honaker  |  January 30, 2020

Category: Consumer News

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woman throwing cash in the airThe first month of new decade has been full of promising settlements which could provide class action rebates to Top Class Actions readers.

Numerous companies have agreed to several settlements that resolve claims of privacy breaches, defective products, unsolicited texts and robocalls, fiduciary issues, overdraft fees, employment law violations, and more.

Listed below are a handful of the numerous settlements reached in January, which our readers could potentially be eligible for. Keep reading to find out if you’re eligible for significant compensation under one of these settlements!

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TikTok Minor Privacy Class Action Settlement

TikTok has agreed to pay into a settlement of $1.1 million to resolve privacy claims against the social networking app. According to plaintiffs, TikTok illegally collects data from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

The settlement benefits app users under the age of 13, along with their parents, who used the TikTok app or its predecessor Musical.ly.

Under the TikTok class action settlement, Class Members can collect payments between $10 and $15. Exact payment amounts will vary depending on the number of claims filed and other factors affecting the net settlement amount.

In order to receive payments, Class Members need to submit a valid claim form by April 16, 2020.

ASUS Laptop Class Action Settlement

Consumers who purchased certain ASUS laptops may be able to recover compensation from a recent $12 million settlement with the manufacturer. The class action rebates resolves claims that ASUS sold their laptops with defective batteries, which ultimately caused power issues and overheating.

The settlement benefits individuals who purchased an ASUS Rog Strix GL502VS or GL502VSK laptop between May 4, 2014 and Nov. 19, 2019.

A variety of benefits are available under the settlement. Along with an extended warranty for  ASUS Rog Strix GL502VS laptops, Class Members are eligible for a cash payment of up to $110 or a credit certificate of up to $210.

In order to receive benefits, consumers should file a claim form by April 3, 2020.

NYC Gateway Plaza Residents Class Action Lawsuit

A Gateway Plaza class action settlement was reached in January. The deal resolves allegations that New York City residents were subjected to “oppressively cold conditions” caused by building owner negligence.

The settlement benefits individuals who currently live or previously lived at Gateway Plaza at 345, 355, 365, 376, 385, and 395 South End Avenue, New York since April 1, 2008.

In addition to making improvements to the buildings, Gateway Plaza operators have agreed to fund payments to Class Members. Payment amounts will depend on the number of claims filed.

In order to receive payments, individuals must file a valid claim form by April 16, 2020.

Pa. Clairton Coke Works Class Action Settlement

U.S. Steel agreed to an $8.5 million settlement to resolve claims that their Clairton Coke Works plant polluted nearby residential areas. The pollution and odors from the plant allegedly caused residents to be unable to utilize or enjoy their home normally.

The settlement benefits individuals who owned, rented or occupied property around the Clairton Coke Works plant since May 25, 2015. A map of affected areas is available on the settlement website.

$6.5 million of the class actions rebates will reportedly be used to improve the plant’s safety and emission measures. The rest of the settlement will provide a cash payment to Class Members, although no estimate of payment amounts is available.

In order to benefit from the settlement, residents need to file a claim form by Feb. 3, 2020.

CA Management Services Text Ads Class Action Settlement

CA Management Services Parent LLC, Campus Acquisitions Management LLC and CA Student Living Development Management LLC have agreed to a $1.5 million settlement to resolve claims that they violated the TCPA with spam text messages. The texts allegedly advertised their apartments but were sent without consent from recipients.

The settlement benefits individuals who received texts from the companies since May 22, 2015.

Under the settlement, Class Members are eligible for an equal share of the net settlement fund. Payments are estimated at $18, although actual payment may be lower or higher depending on the number of claims filed.

File a claim by March 20, 2020 to benefit from this settlement.

Allina Health System 401k Class Action Settlement

Allina has agreed to fund a $2.4 million settlement resolving ERISA claims. According to plaintiffs in the Allina class action lawsuit, the health system mismanaged retirement funds and violated their fiduciary duties.

The settlement benefits individuals who were participants or beneficiaries of an Allina Health System 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan or Allina 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan between Aug. 18, 2011 and Nov. 21, 2019.

Class Members in the settlement are eligible for payment starting at $10. Exact payment amounts will depend on account balances and other account factors. Consumers are not required to file a claim form in order to receive these benefits.

RBC Bank Overdraft Fees Class Action Settlement

RBC Bank has agreed to pay $7.5 million to resolve claims that they charged consumers deceptive overdraft fees. Plaintiffs in the RBC Bank class action alleges that the financial institution reordered transactions in a ploy to charge more fees.

The settlement benefits people who were charged deceptive overdraft fees by RBC Bank between Oct. 10, 2007 and March 1, 2012.

Class Members in the settlement will receive account credits or cash benefits based on the number of overdraft fees they were charged. A claim form is not required to benefit from the settlement.

Navistar MaxxForce Engine Defect Class Action Settlement

Navistar agreed to a $135 million settlement to resolve claims regarding their MaxxForce engines. Consumers alleged the engines were defective and prone to breaking down.

The settlement benefits truck drivers who own or lease a 2011 to 2014 model year vehicle equipped with a MaxxForce 11- or 13-liter engine. The engines were reportedly certified to meet EPA 2010 emissions standards without selective catalytic reduction technology.

Class Members can collect up to $2,500 in cash or up to $10,000 in rebates. The exact payment amounts will depend on the vehicle model year and the amount of time the vehicle was leased.

Instead of these payments, certain consumers may be able to collect up to $15,000 in proven costs.

In order to receive payments, consumers need to file a claim form by May 11, 2020.

Johnson & Johnson Infants’ Tylenol Class Action Settlement

A $6.3 million settlement was reached this month between consumers and Johnson & Johnson. The massive company agreed to resolve claims that their Infants’ Tylenol is deceptively marketed and overpriced.

The settlement benefits individuals who purchased Johnson & Johnson Infants’ Tylenol products between Oct. 3, 2014 and Jan. 6, 2020.

Under the settlement, consumers can collect $2.15 for each product purchased. With proof of purchase, an unlimited number of products can be claimed. Without proof of purchase, only seven bottles can be claimed for a maximum award of $15.05.

In order to receive payments, consumers need to file a claim form by April 13, 2020.

Jerome’s Bonded Leather Furniture Class Action Settlement

Jerome’s has agreed to pay $425,000 to resolve claims that their bonded leather furniture is defective. Consumers claimed the furniture was prone to cracks and peels within only a year of purchase.

The settlement benefits individuals who purchased bonded leather furniture from Jerome’s between Dec. 27, 2017 and Feb. 7, 2020.

The settlement will provide between five and 12 percent refunds, depending on whether or not consumers show proof of purchase.

In order to collect payments, consumers need to submit a valid claim form by Feb. 7, 2020.

Instacart Independent Contractor Class Action Settlement

A $11 million settlement was reached in an Instacart independent contractor class action lawsuit. The deal resolve allegations that Instacart wrongfully classifies their shoppers as independent contractors in violation of labor laws.

The settlement benefits individuals who performed in-store and delivery services for Instacart between Sept. 1, 2017 and May 9, 2019.

Payments from the settlement will vary depending on the hours spent performing in-store and delivery services by Class Members along with the number of claims filed.

In order to benefit, consumers need to file a claim form by Feb. 21, 2020.

Lumber Liquidators Flooring Class Action Settlement

Lumber Liquidators will fund a $30 million settlement to resolve claims surrounding their bamboo flooring. According to customers, the Lumber Liquidators Morning Star Strand Bamboo flooring is defective and easily warps, splits, shrinks, and splinters.

The settlement benefits all customers who purchased Lumber Liquidators Morning Star Strand Bamboo flooring products between Jan. 1, 2012 and March 15, 2019.

Consumers can collect either cash payment or vouchers from the settlement. Although the payments will be proportional, the awards also depend on the damage experienced by consumers and potential repair costs.

In order to receive compensation, consumers need to file a valid claim by July 15, 2020.

Atkins Net Carbs Class Action Settlement

A $6.8 million settlement has been reached to resolve false advertisement allegations against Atkins. Consumers claimed the diet food company mislabeled the net carbs in their products.

The settlement benefits individuals who purchased Atkins products made with sugar alcohol or polyol (also known as glycerin) since Jan. 1, 2013 (for New York, Missouri or California purchases) or Jan. 1, 2014 (for all other state purchases.)

Under the settlement, consumers can recover a 25 percent refund if they provide proof of purchase. Without proof of purchase, consumers can recover a 10 percent refund of purchases for up to $100 in reimbursement.

In order to benefit from the settlement, Class Members must submit a valid claim form by April 27, 2020.

N.C. Loomis Overtime Wages Class Action Settlement

Loomis Armored will pay $1.5 million into a settlement fund to resolve overtime claims against them. The plaintiff in the case claimed that she and other armored service technicians were denied overtime pay and other wages owed to them.

The settlement will benefit North Carolina service technicians who worked for Loomis between Oct. 1, 2015 and Dec. 16, 2019 and were not paid overtime.

Under the settlement, Class Members will be provided with unpaid wages and potentially additional compensation, depending on the number of claims filed.

A claim form is required to participate in the settlement and is due by March 22, 2020.

Lovenox Price-Fixing Class Action Settlement

A $120 million settlement has been reached with drug manufacturers to resolve antitrust claims surrounding Lovenox. According to the plaintiffs, Sandoz and Momenta Pharmaceuticals conspired together to suppress Lovenox competition and generic enoxaparin medications.

The settlement benefits indirect purchasers of Lovenox or enoxaparin who purchased the drugs between Sept. 21, 2011 and Sept. 30, 2015 in the following states: Arizona, Arkansas, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.

The settlement provides payments to consumers based on the number of products paid for. Exact payment amounts will vary depending on the number of valid claims filed.

Claim forms are due to the settlement administrator by July 3, 2020.

Get Paid with Class Action Rebates!

Our readers may be able to recover significant class action rebates under the settlements listed above! If you are eligible for one or more of these deals, make sure to take any action needed to recover payment and keep a close eye on the relevant deadlines.

Even if you’re not eligible for settlements reached this month, you may be able to participate in other deals. Check out Top Class Actions’ settlement directory to find other class action rebates available to you.

Companies regularly agree to settlements that we cover here, so sign up for our free newsletter  to stay updated on any future deals that you may be eligible for.

Do you qualify for any of the class action rebates announced in January? Let us know in the comment section below.

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25 thoughts onClass Action Rebates | January 2020

  1. Debbie says:

    I filed the round up class action and did not receive one check, I see others getting checks for hundreds of dollars, and not even a denial letter.

  2. Pamela Thompson says:

    I have never once received a check for a class action. I have filled out for valastrand, century link, round up , and others.
    Pamela Thompson

  3. Angela Jackson says:

    Please add me

  4. Deloris Morgan says:

    Please add me to lovenox. Investigation. !!!

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