While checking through my email spam, I came across a valid, legitimate opportunity for me to participate in a class action settlement. I get these a lot and they are frequently landing in spam, which makes it hard to be sure if they are legit.
I do these when I can and when I can verify them because it's like free money that you don't have to do much to claim. Sure, you usually don't get a ton since the money is split between so many people filing claims, but who's going to refuse a check in the mail for any amount? Not me!
So today I decided to do some digging and find a bunch of class action settlements going on now that are for sure legitimate, and that there is still time to file a claim and get paid.
If you don't want to leave free money on the table, keep reading! And before we get going, please take a second and subscribe to my work at home email newsletter. I send these out several times a week, and they are always filled with interesting ideas like this.
What is a Class Action Settlement Exactly?
If you are not sure what a class action settlement is, think about this. You have probably seen commercials or ads that say something like “If you purchased X product between these years, you may be entitled to compensation.” That is a class action settlement!
And there are many going on at any given time. And yes, you likely qualify for at least some of them. Filing a claim is as simple as filling out an online form and shouldn't take more than 5-10 minutes max.
It happens when a large group of people are negatively impacted by a company or brand. Reasons for this typically include:
- Defective products
- Getting charged hidden, undisclosed fees
- Data breaches that exposed your info without your consent
- A company making outrageous or unprovable claims about themselves or their products
You get the picture. Most of the time, the companies will settle for a certain amount of money, and that money gets divided up among everyone who goes to the trouble to file a claim. Sometimes you just get the money automatically. I had money simply appear in my Venmo from a Walmart settlement not too long ago.
You might get a check for 25 cents, or you might get hundreds of dollars. It depends entirely on the settlement amount and how many other people file a claim. So, it's good to know about these so you can get your cut.
19 Class Action Settlements Open to Claims
1. Comcast/Xfinity Data Breach Settlement
- What happened: A 2023 data breach exposed Xfinity customer information including names and Social Security numbers.
- Who qualifies: Xfinity customers whose information was exposed in the October 2023 breach.
- How much: ~$50 cash with no proof, or up to $10,000 with documentation of losses, plus 3 years of free identity monitoring.
- Proof required: No, for the flat payment
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: August 14, 2026
- File your claim here: https://comcastbreachsettlement.com/
2. Joint Juice (Premier Nutrition) Settlement
- What happened: Premier Nutrition falsely advertised that Joint Juice glucosamine supplements improved joint health.
- Who qualifies: Buyers in California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, or Pennsylvania.
- How much: $10–$25 per unit purchased, up to 6 units with no receipts needed.
- Proof required: No, for up to 6 units
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: May 18, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.jointjuicesettlement.com/
3. Tom's of Maine Toothpaste Settlement
- What happened: A $2.9 million settlement over manufacturing practices following an FDA inspection.
- Who qualifies: US purchasers of Tom's of Maine toothpaste between November 2020 and March 2026.
- How much: Refund amount varies; filing with or without proof of purchase is allowed.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash refund
- Deadline: July 6, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.toothpastesettlement.com/
4. Krispy Kreme Data Breach Settlement
- What happened: A November 2024 data breach exposed customer names, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, and financial account information.
- Who qualifies: Krispy Kreme customers who received a notice about the breach.
- How much: ~$75 with no documentation, or up to $3,500 with proof of losses, plus one year of free credit monitoring.
- Proof required: No, for the flat payment
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: TBD
- File your claim here: https://krispykremedatasettlement.com/Login
5. Tinder Age Discrimination Settlement
- What happened: Tinder charged older users more than younger users for Plus and Gold subscriptions.
- Who qualifies: Tinder users who received a settlement notice from Tinder.
- How much: Varies; you must choose your payment method by the deadline.
- Proof required: No — if you received a notice you are already a class member
- Payment type: Cash or credit
- Deadline: August 18, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.tindercalclassaction.com/
6. Trader Joe's Receipt Settlement
- What happened: Trader Joe's store receipts printed too many digits of customers' credit and debit card numbers, which is a violation of federal law.
- Who qualifies: Customers who shopped at Trader Joe's between March 5, 2019 and July 19, 2019.
- How much: Estimated ~$102 per class member.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: June 9, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.tj-factasettlement.com/
7. Keller Williams/RE/MAX Commission Settlement
- What happened: Homebuyers were allegedly charged inflated commissions on homes listed on MLS.
- Who qualifies: US residents who bought a home listed on the MLS during their state's class period.
- How much: Varies based on your purchase.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: August 25, 2026
- File your claim here: https://homebuyerlitigation.com/home/
8. Grubhub California Driver Settlement
- What happened: Grubhub misclassified delivery drivers as independent contractors instead of employees.
- Who qualifies: Drivers who made at least one Grubhub delivery in California between December 2014 and March 2026.
- How much: Minimum $25, with payment based on miles driven.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: June 18, 2026
- File your claim here: https://grubhubcalsettlement.com/
9. Pawn America Data Breach Settlement
- What happened: A September 2021 data breach exposed Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, and financial account information.
- Who qualifies: US customers of Pawn America, Payday America, or PAL Card Minnesota affected by the breach.
- How much: $30 cash with no proof, or up to $5,000 with documented losses.
- Proof required: No, for the flat payment
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: July 6, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.pawnamericasettlement.com/
10. Fandango Hidden Fees Settlement ⚠️ California only
- What happened: Fandango charged hidden convenience fees on movie ticket purchases and had issues with FanClub memberships.
- Who qualifies: California residents who paid convenience fees on Fandango movie tickets or had a FanClub membership.
- How much: $3.25 cash or voucher for Convenience Fee members; $7.50 voucher with no expiration for FanClub members.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash or voucher
- Deadline: TBD
- File your claim here: https://fandangomediasettlement.com/
11. Google Play Store Settlement
- What happened: Google allegedly overcharged US customers for apps and in-app purchases through the Google Play Store.
- Who qualifies: US residents who purchased apps or in-app content through Google Play between August 16, 2016 and September 30, 2023.
- How much: Varies; supplemental claims process is now open for those who did not receive an automatic payment.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Most eligible people will receive payment automatically via PayPal or Venmo with no claim form needed in most cases. If you haven't received payment and think you qualify, check the supplemental claims process at the settlement website.
- Deadline: Check the settlement site for current deadline
- File your claim here: https://www.googleplaystateagantitrustlitigation.com/
12. Discover Card Merchant Class Action Settlement
- What happened: Discover misclassified certain consumer credit cards as commercial cards, causing merchants to pay excessive processing fees.
- Who qualifies: Businesses and merchants that accepted or processed Discover credit cards between January 1, 2007 and December 31, 2023. This includes small business owners, payment processors, and merchant acquirers.
- How much: Varies based on the volume of transactions and claim type.
- Proof required: Yes — business transaction records may be needed
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: May 18, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.discovermerchantsettlement.com/?culture=en
13. McLaren Health Care Data Breach Settlement
- What happened: Unauthorized third parties gained access to patient personal and health information during two separate data breaches at McLaren Health Care in 2023 and 2024.
- Who qualifies: US residents whose personal or health information was compromised in either breach, including anyone who received a notice from McLaren about the breaches.
- How much: Up to $5,000 with documentation of losses, OR a flat cash payment with no documentation required. Amount of flat payment depends on number of claims filed. Also includes one year of free credit monitoring and identity theft protection.
- Proof required: No, for the flat cash payment
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: April 29, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.mhccsettlement.com/home
14. Ideal Image Data Privacy Settlement
- What happened: Ideal Image used tracking technology on its website to share visitors' personal information with third parties without consent.
- Who qualifies: People who used idealimage.com to book a consultation between January 2023 and January 2026.
- How much: Up to $17 cash.
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: April 27, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.idealimagesettlement.com/
15. Nationwide Pet Insurance Robocall Settlement
- What happened: Nationwide sent unsolicited prerecorded calls about pet insurance renewals without permission.
- Who qualifies: People who received robocalls from Nationwide about pet insurance renewals since January 2021.
- How much: TBD
- Proof required: No
- Payment type: Cash
- Deadline: TBD
- File your claim here: https://tcpapetsettlement.com/
16. Hyundai and Kia Defective Airbag Settlement
- What happened: Certain Hyundai and Kia vehicles had defective airbag control units that could fail during a collision.
- Who qualifies: People who owned or leased a qualifying Hyundai or Kia vehicle in the US on April 14, 2025. Check the settlement site for your specific model.
- How much: Varies based on vehicle and claim type.
- Proof required: Yes — vehicle ownership documentation
- Payment type: Cash or repair reimbursement
- Deadline: March 29, 2027
- File your claim here: https://www.acusettlement.com/hyundaikia
17. AAA Auto Insurance Settlement (New Mexico)
- What happened: AAA allegedly reduced underinsured motorist claim payouts by offsetting them against what the at-fault driver's insurance already paid, which may have shortchanged policyholders.
- Who qualifies: New Mexico residents who either had an underinsured motorist claim reduced by AAA between January 1, 2010 and May 4, 2022, OR purchased UM/UIM coverage from AAA in New Mexico during that period.
- How much: Up to $25,000 if you had a claim reduced during the class period. If you simply purchased the coverage during that period but had no accident, you may automatically receive a check in the mail with no claim needed.
- Proof required: Varies by claim type
- Payment type: Check
- Deadline: April 29, 2026
- File your claim here: https://aaauimsettlement.com/
18. Grubhub/Seamless California Food Order Settlement ⚠️ California only
- What happened: Grubhub charged misleading delivery fees and menu prices on California orders.
- Who qualifies: People who ordered through Grubhub or Seamless for delivery to a California address between January 24, 2019 and January 12, 2026.
- How much: $10 Grubhub site credit.
- Proof required: No — you may have received a unique ID in a notification
- Payment type: Site credit
- Deadline: May 12, 2026
- File your claim here: https://ghdeliveryfeesettlement.com/
19. Shimano Bicycle Crankset Settlement
- What happened: Shimano's Hollowtech II cranksets made before 2019 were allegedly defective.
- Who qualifies: People who purchased, owned, or received a bicycle with a qualifying Shimano Hollowtech II crankset manufactured before 2019.
- How much: Extended warranty, free inspections, or reimbursement for replacement costs depending on your situation.
- Proof required: Yes — proof of ownership or purchase
- Payment type: Reimbursement or warranty benefits
- Deadline: August 4, 2026
- File your claim here: https://www.shimanocranksetsettlement.com/
Looking for more?
I will try to keep this list updated periodically if this is information that most of you are interested in. But if are curious about others apart from what I've listed here, I'd recommend checking ClassAction.org and TopClassActions.com because they stay on top of all of them and keep everything updated frequently. r/ClassActionSettlement on Reddit also has great information on this.
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Anna Thurman is a work at home blogger and mom of two. She has been researching and reviewing remote jobs for over 15 years. Her findings are published weekly here at Real Ways to Earn.