APPLE users could receive part of a $20 million payout from the tech giant but they only have days left to “confirm” the “payment”.
Earlier this year, Apple agreed to resolve claims that specific Apple Watch models were defective.
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Some users also queried how the damaged battery of their watch had swelled.
The settlement benefits those who own one of the listed devices which were first affected in April 2015.
Having been impacted as recent as February 6 of last year, there is a chance that some may be entitled to cash for a 2024 purchase.
The class action lawsuit includes those who own or previously owned a first-generation Series 1, 2 or 3 Watch.
All of these have been noted on Apple’s records as having “reported battery-swelling issues” between 2015 and 2024.
It is thought that the manufacturing error has been caused by a lack of internal space for normal battery swelling.
The battery swelling has been reported for causing further damage to components, including screens, resulting in costly repairs.
Known for its iPhones and Macbook products, Apple has not admitted any fault but has agreed to the settlement.
As part of the resolution, class members could be entitled to receive cash payments, covering their device.
For each item owned an individual could receive $20 with a pro rata portion of the net settlement fund expected to be less than this value.
Americans also have a final chance to cash in on up to $5,400 from a $500,000 settlement over an alleged data breach.
A receipt is all that’s needed to get the cash.
McPherson hospital in Kansas has agreed to pay half-a-million dollars in a class action lawsuit to resolve claims against it.
And Americans also have the chance to grab a share of a $5.8 million settlement – and don’t even need documents to cash in.
Nationstar Mortgage has agreed to pay the millions to resolve claims that it broke mortgage servicing laws.
It is alleged that the violation led to some borrowers losing their homes through foreclosure – when a property is repossessed due to mortgage payments not being made.
If the fund exceeds a certain level, then each member could receive payments worth double the original amount.
With the final approval early next month, those hoping to receive the payout will likely have already acted.
The hearing has been scheduled for April 10.
Class members do not need a claim form but will need to confirm the payment information on the settlement website.
This should ensure they receive a payment.
Those who do not exclude themselves, could still receive automatic benefits.
Experts have warned that those not eligible should not make a claim.
By submitting a claim, individuals are under penalty of perjury and could even harm those eligible by submitting fraudulent details.
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