AMERICANS could get their hands on up to $1,000 as part of a “robocall” settlement.
Eligible claimants are in luck as they won’t need any proof or documents to get their slice of the money.
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Insurance provider UnitedHealthcare has been accused of violating the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
The company reportedly sent unconsolidated robocalls to people who were not their customers or third parties authorized to receive these calls, according to Top Class Actions.
The TCPA requires companies to get written permission from people before sending robocalls.
UnitedHealthcare has not admitted any wrongdoing but has set aside $2.5million to settle these claims.
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ELIGIBILITY
Consumers who received a non-emergency robocall from this health insurance provider could be eligible.
These calls must have been placed using the Avaya Pro Contact or LiveVox IVR dialing systems.
They must have been called between January 9, 2015, and January 9, 2019.
Affected consumers must not be UnitedHealthcare members or a third party authorized to receive these types of calls.
PAYMENTS
Class members will receive an equal share of the cash pot.
This could range between $350 to $1,000.
The amount will be confirmed once all eligible members sign up for the settlement, as the sum will be split between them.
DEADLINES
The final day to submit any objections to this settlement is on April 15.
All class members must submit a valid claim form by April 15.
This will ensure people will receive their portion of the $2.5million fund.
The final approval hearing for this case has been scheduled for June 20.
MORE MONEY
Americans should keep their eyes peeled for other class action lawsuits they could be eligible for.
Some people could get their share of $5million in a false advertising settlement.
What’s a class-action settlement?
Class action lawsuits offer groups of people, or ‘classes,’ a way to band together in court.
These suits are often brought by one or a few people who allege a company or other entity has wronged a large group of people.
When a suit becomes a class action, it extends to all “class members,” or people who may have similar complaints to those who filed the suit.
Companies often settle class actions – offering payment to class members who typically waive their right to pursue further legal action by accepting money.
These payout agreements frequently include statements by the defendant denying wrongdoing. Companies tend to settle class actions to avoid the costs of further litigation.
Pollution, discrimination, or false advertising are a few examples of what can land a class action on a company’s doorstep.
