Settlement FAQs

how to file an apple settlement claim

by Haleigh Medhurst Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
image

If that applies to you, you can head to the settlement website and submit a claim either online or via the mail. You will need the serial number of the affected iPhone, but there’s a form on the website that will let you look it up with information like the Apple ID, name, and address you used on the iPhone.

You can submit a claim on the official settlement website and your compensation is up to $25 with a limit of one cash payment per device. If you owned more than one device, you have to submit a separate claim form for each device.Jul 14, 2020

Full Answer

How much is the Apple lawsuit settlement worth?

Apple denies the allegations. The settlement, announced in March, provides $25 with a limit of one cash payment per device. Deadline to submit a claim is Oct. 6, 2020. A separate claim must be filed for each device.

What is the deadline to file a lawsuit against Apple?

Apple denies the allegations. The settlement, announced in March, provides $25 with a limit of one cash payment per device. Deadline to submit a claim is Oct. 6, 2020. A separate claim must be filed for each device. You can submit a claim online or via mail.

How do I file a claim for an iPhone replacement?

If it's covered by AppleCare+ with Theft and Loss, you can file a claim for an iPhone replacement. Use the Find My app or go to iCloud.com to mark your iPhone as lost. Do not remove your device from your account until your claim has been fully approved.

What is the Apple iPhone performance class action settlement?

The Apple iPhone Performance Class Action Settlement was granted final approval on March 17, 2021. Let Top Class Actions know when you receive a check in the comments section below or on our Facebook page. Up to $500 million is available to resolve claims that the performance of Apple iPhones was throttled for people who owned older models.

image

How to claim the Apple settlement?

Class members will receive payment automatically. If you still have a monthly iCloud Plus subscription, your payment will appear as a credit on your Apple account. If you no longer have a monthly iCloud subscription you will receive a physical check in the mail or an electronic transfer directly into your bank account.

How much will each person get for Apple settlement?

Developers who earned less than $100 will receive the minimum payment of $250, while those who earned more than $1 million will be entitled to a higher-end payment. Minimum payments are subject to change based on the number of total claims.

How do I claim my$ 25 from Apple?

If you have access to your iPhone, you can submit the serial number of the device online. If you don't have it anymore, you can enter your name, address at the time of purchase, and your Apple ID. If the system can't find your device, you can print out a form and mail in your claim.

Was the Apple settlement approved?

U.S. District Judge William Alsup in San Francisco approved the settlement in the 2013 class action on Saturday. The California Supreme Court in 2020 used the case to rule that state law requires employees to be paid when they go through mandatory security screenings.

How to join class-action lawsuit Apple?

You don't need to do anything to join the class. As long as the email you used to sign up for iCloud storage during that time is still active you should receive a notification that you are a class member. Apple denies any wrong-doing, but it has agreed to pay the sum to avoid a trial.

What is the status of the Apple battery lawsuit?

In 2020, it filed a settlement in a California court, agreeing to pay up to $500 million (with a minimum of $310 million) in the form of payments to affected US customers.

Is the lawsuit against Apple real?

Apple admitted no wrongdoing but agreed to settle the case for $95 million. That settlement was given approval in April and eligible members of the class are now being notified of their payments. The lawsuit is paying out between $63 million and $68 million to customers, with the remaining amount going to the lawyers.

How much is the grace class action settlement?

An $18 millionAn $18 million Settlement Fund will be established. If you received an email or mail notification from the Settlement Administrator about this lawsuit, that means that Apple has determined from its records that you may be a Class Member.

Why is Apple sending out checks?

It's all part of a settlement the tech giant agreed to after they were sued for breaching their contract with users. The class action suit stems from the company's iCloud storage. While they offer 5GB of space for free, iPhone and iPad owners who need more have to pay at least $0.99 a month for a subscription.

Why is Apple sending out checks?

It's all part of a settlement the tech giant agreed to after they were sued for breaching their contract with users. The class action suit stems from the company's iCloud storage. While they offer 5GB of space for free, iPhone and iPad owners who need more have to pay at least $0.99 a month for a subscription.

Is there a settlement for iCloud?

Apple will pay out millions in a settlement following allegations it used third-party servers for its iCloud Plus service without telling subscribers. Apple is required to pay a total of $14.8 million to certain customers as part of a settlement of a class-action lawsuit.

Can I sue Apple for slowing my phone?

Apple battery lawsuit: Millions of iPhone users could get payouts in legal action. Millions of iPhone users could be eligible for payouts, following the launch of a legal claim accusing Apple of secretly slowing the performance of older phones.

How much do I owe Apple?

Check your Apple Account balanceOpen the App Store app.Tap your photo, initials, or the sign-in button at the top of the screen. You might be asked to sign in with your Apple ID.If you have a balance, the amount appears. If you don't see an amount, you don't have a balance.

How much did Apple settle for a 2017 lawsuit?

Remember when Apple AAPL +0.3% agreed to settle claims that they purposely slowed down older iPhones? Earlier this year, Apple agreed to a preliminary settlement of $500 million from a 2017 lawsuit and the website to submit your claim is now available.

How much is the iPhone SE compensation?

iPhone SE (iOS 10.2.1 or later) iPhone 7 (iOS 11.2 or later) iPhone 7 Plus (iOS 11.2 or later) You can submit a claim on the official settlement website and your compensation is up to $25 with a limit of one cash payment per device. If you owned more than one device, you have to submit a separate claim form for each device.

How to get payment for covered devices?

If they are able to find a covered device, you are directed to the form with the pertinent information filled for you. You can request to get the payment by bank transfer or a mailed check.

Can you claim more than one device?

If you owned more than one device, you have to submit a separate claim form for each device. The only tricky part about filling out the form is that you need to know the serial number of your device. If you no longer have it or cannot find it, there is a search tool on the settlement website that can help you find your serial number.

Can you search multiple times on iPhone 6?

You can search multiple times and change the information as necessary. I couldn’t remember if I had an iPhone 6 or 6s, so I submitted the form a couple times before I got it right.

When is the final hearing for the settlement of the syringe?

Officials will hold a final hearing to approve the settlement on December 4, 2020.

How much does Apple pay for iPhone?

The final payout amount could be higher or lower, depending on the number of claims submitted to the court. Apple will pay a minimum of $310 million and a maximum of $500 million.

When did the iPhone 7 come out?

A visitor tries out an Apple iPhone 7 on the first day of sales of the new phone at the Berlin Apple store on September 16 , 2016 in Berlin, Germany. The phone came in two sizes, one with a 4.7 inch display, the other with a 5.5 inch display. Sean Gallup/Getty

Why did Apple stop slowing down my phone?

Apple denied intentionally slowing down phones, saying batteries were throttled to ensure stability and stop unwanted shutdowns. The court stressed the settlement was not an admission of wrongdoing by Apple, which agreed to the settlement to avoid "burdensome and costly litigation.".

This settlement is closed!

Please see what other class action settlements you might qualify to claim cash from in our Open Settlements directory!

Don't Miss Out!

Check out other Class Action Lawsuits and Class Action Settlements you may qualify to join!

image
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9