$80 Million Settlement for Americans to Get Free Money – See if You’re Eligible

$80 Million Settlement for Americans to Get Free Money – See if You’re Eligible.Employees of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) found themselves at the center of a financial debacle when they were erroneously charged for healthcare premiums. Top Class Actions reports that these charges were levied monthly, often directly deducted from the retirees’ pension checks.

$80 Million Settlement for Americans to Get Free Money – See if You’re Eligible

The CTA, responsible for operating the city’s trains and buses, clarified to The U.S. Sun via email that the actual defendant in the lawsuit was the Retiree Health Care Trust. This independent entity has now consented to compensate the affected CTA retirees with a whopping $80 million under a settlement agreement.

Who’s Eligible?

The exact range of the payments remains uncertain, but there are specific criteria to determine eligibility:

• Current retirees who joined the CTA before September 6, 2001.
• Those who retired prior to January 1, 2007, and were eligible for health benefits as of July 1, 2009, have been identified as class members in the settlement.

Interestingly, eligible retirees don’t need to take any action to claim their due amount. They were intimated about their eligibility through letters sent to their last known addresses. A check will be dispatched to these eligible retirees, with a total of 6,354 retirees set to benefit from this settlement.

Other Noteworthy Settlements Across the U.S.

Chicago isn’t the only place where consumers can claim settlements. Here are a few other notable settlements:

• TGI Friday’s Settlement: Customers who bought TGI Friday’s frozen mozzarella sticks between January 1, 2017, and July 31, 2022, from grocery stores might qualify for a share of a $900,000 settlement. Eligible consumers must submit an online claim form by Monday, September 25.
• Panda Express Settlement: Panda Express has agreed to a $1.4 million settlement after facing accusations of misleading customers regarding delivery and service fees. To be eligible, orders should have been made through their website or app between July 17, 2020, and February 16, 2022.
• A&W’s Advertising Controversy: A&W faced backlash for allegedly falsely advertising its vanilla flavorings. Purchasers of A&W root beer or cream soda between February 7, 2016, and June 2, 2023, could be eligible for a share of a $15 million settlement. The maximum claim per household is $25, contingent on proof of purchase.
• Instagram’s Privacy Settlement: Instagram users might be entitled to a share of a $68 million settlement after allegations that the company violated Illinois’ Information Privacy Act by collecting and storing biometric data, including fingerprints. Eligible claimants must apply by September 27, 2023, to receive compensation.

It’s always essential for consumers to stay informed about such settlements to ensure they receive any compensation they might be entitled to.