Attention Verizon customers! Get ready for some potentially good news. If you were charged undisclosed administration fees by Verizon in a “deceptive and unfair manner,” you may be eligible for a share of a proposed $100 million class action settlement. That’s right, you could be entitled to some compensation for the inconvenience caused.
The lawsuit, initially filed in New Jersey, alleged that customers who had certain monthly plans were unknowingly charged these administration fees. However, Verizon has now agreed to a settlement to put an end to the legal battle. This means that if you were a wireless or data services customer between January 1, 2016, and November 8, 2023, you are eligible to participate in the settlement.
Now, I know what you’re thinking: how much do I get? Well, each eligible customer could receive up to $100. The amount you’ll actually receive will depend on how long you’ve been a customer. So, the longer you’ve been with Verizon, the higher your potential payout.
It’s important to note that if you choose to participate in the settlement, you won’t be able to sue Verizon in the future regarding this issue. However, Verizon will continue to levy the controversial administrative charge, stating that it has the right to increase it if necessary. They will make sure to include revised Administrative Charge disclosures in their Customer Agreement as part of this settlement. They believe that this charge helps them cover certain regulatory compliance and network-related costs.
If you’re an eligible Verizon customer, keep an eye out for a letter or email that will provide instructions on how to claim your payment. Don’t worry if you don’t receive anything, though. You can still file a claim through the settlement website or by filling out and mailing a claim form. However, time is of the essence, as the deadline to file a claim is April 15, 2024.
But wait, there’s more. If you choose not to file a claim, you won’t receive any settlement payment. So, make sure you take action by the deadline if you want your share. Failure to do so could result in losing your rights to sue Verizon on these matters and being legally bound by the court’s decisions.
If you’d rather not be a part of the class action lawsuit, you can opt-out. Just send a signed request for exclusion to the Verizon Administrative Charge Settlement Administrator by February 20, 2024.
For those craving more information or ready to start a claim, head over to the official settlement website: www.VerizonAdministrativeChargeSettlement.com. Remember, time is ticking, so act now if you want to secure your part of this settlement. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to potentially receive some compensation for the past inconvenience caused by undisclosed administration fees.
