Here are 7 companies where you could get anywhere from a few dollars all the way up to $1000 for Class action lawsuit settlements:

Instagram

Meta has agreed to a $68.5 million settlement in a class action lawsuit related to Instagram's alleged violation of Illinois' Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA).

This settlement is for individuals who used Instagram in Illinois between August 10, 2015, and August 16, 2023.

The lawsuit claimed that Instagram collected and stored biometric information without proper disclosures and consent, which was in violation of BIPA.

While Meta has not admitted wrongdoing, it has agreed to the settlement.

Under the terms of the settlement, Class Members will receive a share of the net settlement fund, with payment amounts varying based on the number of valid claims filed.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is August 16, 2023, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for October 11, 2023.

To be eligible for a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 27, 2023.

• Case Name: Parris v. Meta Platforms Inc., Case No. 2023LA000672, in the 18th Judicial Circuit Court for Dupage County, Illinois.
• Claim Form Deadline: September 27, 2023.

Netspend

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is providing refunds to consumers who had issues accessing funds on their NetSpend prepaid debit cards.

This settlement is applicable to consumers who acquired a NetSpend card between January 1, 2010, and August 31, 2016, did not activate the card by August 31, 2016, and had fees deducted from their card balance.

The FTC alleged that NetSpend denied or delayed the activation of its prepaid debit cards, preventing consumers from using their prepaid funds.

Additionally, NetSpend allegedly imposed fees that reduced cardholders' balances.

NetSpend is a prepaid debit card company that offers alternative financial services.

As part of a settlement with the FTC, over $10 million was sent to more than 430,000 NetSpend consumers in June 2022.

The FTC is now accepting claim forms from consumers who did not previously receive a refund payment to distribute the remaining funds.

Claimants can receive a full refund of the fees deducted from their card balance.

There is no exclusion or objection deadline for this settlement.

To be eligible for a refund from the NetSpend settlement, consumers must submit a valid claim form by September 21, 2023.

Consumers who have already received a refund payment from the FTC should not file a claim.

• Who’s Eligible: Consumers who obtained a NetSpend card between January 1, 2010, and August 31, 2016, did not activate the card before August 31, 2016, and had fees deducted from their card balance.
• Potential Award: Varies.
• Proof of Purchase: Not required.
• Claim Form Deadline: September 21, 2023.

Journeys

Journeys has agreed to pay $855,000 to settle claims that it violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by sending unsolicited telemarketing texts.

This settlement is for consumers who received text messages from Journeys between December 21, 2017, and May 9, 2023, after they had sent a “stop” message or opted out of receiving such messages.

The class action lawsuit alleged that Journeys continued to send unsolicited telemarketing texts to consumers even after they had opted out, which was in violation of the TCPA. Journeys, a shoe retailer, has not admitted wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement.

Under the terms of the settlement, class members may be eligible to receive a cash payment of up to $161.47, with the exact amount varying based on the number of participating class members.

The deadline for exclusion and objection was July 21, 2023, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for August 22, 2023.

To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 21, 2023.

• Who’s Eligible: Consumers who received unsolicited text messages from Journeys between December 21, 2017, and May 9, 2023, after opting out or sending a “stop” message.
• Potential Award: Up to $161.47.
• Proof of Purchase: Not required.
• Claim Form Deadline: September 21, 2023.

Dole

Dole has agreed to pay over $4.3 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging false advertising regarding its fruit cups labeled as “100% juice.”

Consumers who purchased certain Dole fruit cups between January 12, 2017, and June 27, 2023, are eligible for the settlement, and no proof of purchase is required.

The lawsuit challenged Dole's advertising claims that its fruit cups contained “100% juice” while alleging the presence of trace amounts of ascorbic acid, citric acid, and other non-juice ingredients.

Under the terms of the settlement:

• Class members without proof of purchase can receive a refund of up to $9.
• Class members with proof of purchase can receive a larger refund of up to $18.
• Dole has agreed to remove “100% juice” claims from its product packaging or take other corrective actions.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is September 25, 2023, and the final approval hearing is scheduled for October 26, 2023.

To receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 25, 2023.

• Who’s Eligible: Consumers who purchased specific Dole fruit cups labeled as “in 100% juice” or “in 100% fruit juice” between January 12, 2017, and June 27, 2023.
• Potential Award: Up to $18.
• Proof of Purchase: No proof of purchase required, but it may result in a higher payment.
• Claim Form Deadline: September 25, 2023.

Music Direct

Audiophile Music Direct has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit that alleged false advertising regarding its vinyl records, claiming they were produced using “analog-only” methods.

Consumers who purchased and still own specific Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MoFi) vinyl records marketed as “Original Master Recording” and/or “Ultradisc One-Step” between March 19, 2007, and July 27, 2022, are eligible for benefits.

The lawsuit claimed that Audiophile falsely advertised these MoFi records as being produced solely through analog methods when, in reality, they allegedly involved a digital transfer step.

Audiophile did not admit wrongdoing but agreed to an undisclosed settlement.

Under the settlement terms, class members returning their records in original covers and/or boxes can receive a full refund of their actual purchase price, capped at 100% of the manufacturer's retail price at the time of purchase.

Those who wish to keep their records can choose between a 5% refund of their purchase price or a 10% coupon for use on Audiophile's Music Direct retail website.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is August 22, 2023, and the final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for October 30, 2023.

To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 21, 2023.

Eligible participants are consumers who purchased and still own new and unused MoFi vinyl records marketed as “Original Master Recording” and/or “Ultradisc One-Step” between March 19, 2007, and July 27, 2022.

The potential award varies, and proof of purchase and/or ownership is required for claims.

Curaleaf

Curaleaf has agreed to a $100,000 settlement in a class action lawsuit regarding the mislabeling of its CBD drops.

The lawsuit alleged that Curaleaf's Select CBD Drops, despite being advertised as containing only CBD, actually contained THC.

The settlement benefits Oregon consumers who purchased these mislabeled CBD drops after June 19, 2021.

The plaintiffs claimed that Curaleaf falsely labeled the drops as containing only cannabidiol (CBD) when, in fact, they contained both CBD and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC).

Curaleaf, a cannabis dispensary with 152 locations in 19 states, did not admit wrongdoing but opted for a $100,000 settlement to resolve the false advertising claims.

Under the terms of the settlement, class members can receive a cash payment of up to $200.

The exact payment amount will depend on the number of eligible class members.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is September 27, 2023, and the final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for November 14, 2023.

To receive a settlement payment, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 27, 2023.

Eligible participants are Oregon consumers who purchased mislabeled Curaleaf Select CBD Drops after June 19, 2021, with a potential award of up to $200.

Proof of purchase is not required for claims.

Giftly

Giftly has agreed to a $500,000 class action settlement to resolve claims that it listed merchants on its website without their consent.

This settlement benefits businesses, entities, and individuals who were listed on the Giftly website without their agreement.

The lawsuit alleged that Giftly wrongfully listed merchants on its gift card website without their consent, violating state and federal laws, and causing financial harm to these businesses.

Giftly, an online gift card service, did not admit wrongdoing but opted for a $500,000 settlement to resolve the class action lawsuit.

Under the terms of the settlement, claimants can receive a cash payment based on participation in the settlement's Merchant Advertising Program.

This program will direct Giftly traffic to authorized websites of class members.

If more than 1,000 class members enroll in this program, each claimant can receive an equal share of the $500,000 payment fund.

If fewer than 1,000 class members enroll, payments will be capped at $1,000 per claimant.

In addition to providing cash payments, Giftly has agreed to make changes to its business practices, including improving gift recipient communication, allowing merchants to request their removal from the website, and implementing other measures.

The deadline for exclusion and objection is September 25, 2023, and the final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for November 14, 2023.

To receive settlement benefits, class members must submit a valid claim form by September 25, 2023.

Eligible participants are businesses, entities, and individuals who were listed on the Giftly website without their agreement.

The potential award amount is yet to be determined, and proof of purchase is not required for claims.

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