You might not know it, but there is a good chance you are owed money from class action settlements right now. Some of these payouts are in the millions, and claiming your portion is easier than you think — no lawyer, no court date, just a simple form online.
Below are five settlements that millions of Americans may be eligible for, but you need to act fast. Most of these have deadlines coming up by August or shortly after. Let’s go over each one, who qualifies, and how to get your money.
Family dollar coffee settlement – who qualifies and what you get
If you have bought ground coffee from Family Dollar in the past few years, you might be owed something. The lawsuit claims Family Dollar falsely advertised that its Chestnut Hill coffee could make more cups than it really could. This includes coffee purchases made between January 1, 2019, and April 15, 2025. Family Dollar has not admitted to any wrongdoing but agreed to settle the lawsuit.
What you get:
You will receive a voucher for one 9.6-ounce container of Chestnut Hill ground coffee.
Deadline to claim:
July 21, 2025
How to claim:
You need to submit a valid claim form online. It is free and does not take long.
Fortnite settlement – can gamers get money back?
If you or your child has played Fortnite and were charged for in-game items you did not want, this one is for you. Epic Games, the company behind Fortnite, is paying $126 million to settle claims over unauthorized or accidental in-game purchases. You qualify if you were charged for unwanted items between January 2017 and September 2022. Parents whose kids made purchases without permission may also be eligible. You also qualify if your Fortnite account was locked after disputing charges.
What you get:
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is sending out nearly a million payments to eligible users.
How to claim:
Go to the FTC’s Fortnite refund page and follow the instructions.
Criterion collection lawsuit – what it means for subscribers
This one involves subscriber privacy violations by Criterion Collection, a film distribution company. The lawsuit claimed the company shared subscriber info with companies like Meta and Twilio without permission. If you were a Criterion Channel subscriber or user who watched a pre-recorded video between September 27, 2022, and December 27, 2024, you are eligible.
What you get:
Payout amounts vary depending on the number of claims but come from a $4.5 million settlement fund.
Deadline to claim:
August 19, 2025
How to claim:
Fill out the claim form available on the settlement website.
Neiman marcus data breach settlement – who is eligible?
If you have shopped at Neiman Marcus, your personal data may have been affected by a May 2024 data breach. The lawsuit says the company did not do enough to prevent the breach, which may have led to identity theft or fraud. Neiman Marcus agreed to pay $3.5 million to settle the case.
What you get:
Compensation if your personal information was compromised. Exact amounts will depend on your situation and the number of people who apply.
Deadline to claim:
October 8, 2025
How to claim:
Submit a claim online through the official Neiman Marcus settlement site.
Mattress firm fake sale pricing settlement – what california shoppers should know
This one is only for California residents, but if you bought mattresses online from Mattress Firm, listen up. The lawsuit claimed Mattress Firm falsely advertised fake sale prices to make customers think they were getting big discounts. If you bought 1 to 4 mattresses online between August 1, 2020, and July 16, 2024, you qualify.
What you get:
- $40 for one mattress
- $80 for two
- $120 for three
- $160 for four
You can choose cash or store credit.
How to claim:
Go to the settlement website, pick your payment option, and fill out a short form.
These settlements will not last forever, and many of them have deadlines just weeks away. If you think you qualify for even one of these, it is worth checking and submitting a claim. It takes just minutes — and you could be leaving free money on the table if you do not act on time.
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