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Are you eligible for the $45 million American Airlines settlement?
Consumers who bought at least one ticket from any of the six airlines between July 1, 2011 and June 14, 2018 may be eligible for a piece of the $45 million American Airlines settlement. I’m still not sure if I’m covered by the settlements. What should I do?
How can I get help with a domestic air class lawsuit?
Other than taking up a relaxing hobby, the best advice we can offer is to sign up for news alerts about the claims process and potential future settlements. You can do so through the official settlement website here. If you’re looking for more information, you can e-mail [email protected] or call 1-866-459-3634.
How can I tell if an email about the settlement is real?
If you’ve received an email about the settlement and you're a Capital One customer, it may be difficult to tell whether it’s real without testing it first. You could open it to see the content, but be careful not to click any links in it. Instead of opening links directly in the email, copy the URL and open the website in a separate tab.
Which airlines have settled lawsuits against Delta and United Airlines?
In addition, Southwest and American Airlines have agreed through the settlement terms to cooperate with attorneys still involved in the litigation against Delta and United Airlines. Attorneys’ fees will not be distributed until the entire MDL has wrapped up.
How many defendants are there in the Transpacific Air Travel lawsuit?
The transpacific air travel lawsuit involves thirteen Defendants. Please note that settlements were previously reached in 2015 with eight of the Defendants and in 2018 with four of the Defendants.
Who is not authorized to respond to questions from members of the Settlement Classes regarding the settlement?
This site is not operated by the Defendants or Co-Conspirators. The class actions are supervised by the Court and are administered by an administration firm that handles all aspects of claims processing. The Defendants or Co-Conspirators are not authorized to respond to questions from members of the Settlement Classes regarding the Settlements.
When is the deadline to file a lawsuit?
The deadline to submit a Claim Form is April 1, 2020. This is the final Settlement in this lawsuit and your final chance to file a claim and receive benefits. To learn more about your right to receive payment, or to learn how to object or exclude yourself from the Settlement, read the Long Form Notice.
What if I don’t like the settlements and want to sue these airlines on my own?
If that’s the case, then you must opt out of the settlements. If you wish to opt out, and therefore retain your right to sue these airlines on your own, the deadline to do so is January 4, 2019— but we recommend talking to an attorney first before you make any decision.
How much is the American Airlines settlement?
Consumers who bought at least one ticket from any of the six airlines between July 1, 2011 and June 14, 2018 may be eligible for a piece of the $45 million American Airlines settlement.
How do I know if I’m covered by the settlements?
Did you buy at least one domestic airline ticket from American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, United, Continental, or US Airways between July 1, 2011, and June 14, 2018? If so, you’re covered by these settlements. But it’s a little more granular than that:
Why have only American Airlines and Southwest settled so far?
As is the case for many class action lawsuits, companies often settle because paying money to end litigation can be far more cost- and time-effective than fighting allegations all the way to a jury verdict. The case of American Airlines and Southwest is no different.
Why did Southwest settle?
They have settled to avoid the considerable cost, burden, and distraction of this litigation .”
Who approved the $60 million settlement with Southwest Airlines?
Objections from some class members notwithstanding, U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly has given final approval to the $60 million settlement deal with Southwest Airlines Co. and American Airlines Inc. Southwest and American will exit the ongoing airline collusion MDL and will be on the hook for settlement amounts totaling $15 million and $45 million, respectively.
Is it economically practical to distribute money until additional settlements are achieved?
The truth of it, as the official settlement website tells it, is that because so many consumers are covered by this litigation, “it may not be economically practical to distribute money until additional settlements or judgments are achieved.”.
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