Americans can get one-time direct payment from $3.8million CVS settlement - exact steps to apply
CVS has agreed to pay millions to resolve claims that one of its generic brands misled shoppers.
The pharmacy giant will pay a $3.8million settlement to claimants who alleged the company's lidocaine product was falsely advertised as "Maximum Strength."
Any lidocaine patches, creams, sprays, and roll-on sticks boasting "maximum strength" qualify.
The class-action suit disputed the store's "maximum strength" advertising.
They also took issue with CVS claiming the lidocaine, once applied, worked for eight to 12 hours.
CVS has denied any wrongdoing as part of the settlement.
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Eligible members can receive $4.50 per product purchased.
Those without proof of purchase can still claim a maximum of $13.50.
Those with proof of purchase can claim $4.50 for as many products they bought.
Applicants need to submit a claim form before the November 20 deadline to be considered.
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The final hearing on the settlement is set for December 19.
Those interested can learn more or file a claim here.
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CVS is not the only household name making news for a large class action settlement.
The parent company of Optimum, Altice, just paid $15million to resolve complaints it littered its TV and internet packages with hidden fees.
Claimants said the fees broke contracts claiming their bills were flat rates without hidden charges.
Some of the fees were:
- Network Enhancement Fee
- Network Access Surcharge
- Broadcast Station Programming Surcharge
- TV Broadcast Fee
- Sports Programming Surcharge
- Regional Sports Network Fee
Claimants can get between $10 and $27.50 depending on their specific bill and whether they are still customers.
Altice has also denied wrongdoing.
Claimants have only a few days to act.
The last day to submit a claim form is September 5.
While class action lawsuits often take a long time to distribute payments, millions of Americans can look forward to payments right away.
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