
When’s My settlement check coming from Facebook?
When’s My Settlement Check Coming From Facebook?…Unfortunately, Not Anytime Soon. On April 12, 2021 the Court approved a $650 million class-action settlement involving Facebook’s violation of the Illinois Biometric Information Act.
How long does a Facebook lawsuit take to settle in Illinois?
More than 1.5 million eligible Facebook users in Illinois filed a claim. If you responded to the suit but still have not received a check, the settlement administrator updated its website, saying “It will take about two weeks to finish mailing the checks and processing the electronic payments.
What is the $650 million settlement with Facebook?
On April 12, 2021 the Court approved a $650 million class-action settlement involving Facebook’s violation of the Illinois Biometric Information Act.
How much did you get paid for the Facebook privacy lawsuit?
ROCPayments are being sent to about 1.4 million Illinois residents who filed claims in a $650 million class-action biometric privacy settlement against Facebook. According to the settlement administrator, payments to Class Members vary between $200 and $400 and were mailed beginning Monday.

How can I check on my Facebook settlement check?
According to the settlement website FAQ, it will take two weeks to finish mailing the checks and processing electronic payments. If you're unsure about your part in the settlement, you can call the Settlement Administrator at 1-844-799-2417.
Are Facebook checks still being sent out?
Facebook is currently sending out settlement checks to its users, and these checks are close to $400.
How do I get my $400 from Facebook?
You must have filed a claim form by November 23, 2020 to receive a payout. If you do not remember whether you filed, or if you think there has been a mistake, you can contact one of the following: Settlement Administrator: 1-844-799-2417. Edelson PC, lawyer appointment to the case: 1-866-354-3015.
What is the status of the Illinois lawsuit on Facebook?
Facebook, Inc. has settled a class action that claimed Facebook collected and stored the biometric data of Facebook users in Illinois without the proper notice and consent in violation of Illinois law as part of its “Tag Suggestions” feature and other features involving facial recognition technology. Facebook denies it ...
How much is the Facebook check?
The court has scheduled a final approval hearing on Oct. 27, 2022, in San Jose, California, where it will consider whether the $90 million settlement is "fair, reasonable, and adequate." It isn't yet clear how many class members there will be or how much each individual will receive.
Why is FB sending checks?
The payments are part of a settlement over the company's facial recognition technology, the most visible digital privacy enforcement yet.
How to receive money from Facebook settlement?
You must submit a claim form to qualify for a payment. Anyone who submits a valid claim form by September 22, 2022, can receive settlement money — if their form is approved by the Settlement Administrator. You can submit a claim form online, or download it and mail it to the Settlement Administrator.
Why have I not received a payment on Facebook?
Common reasons for a delay in Audience Network payment may include: If you recently changed your bank information within the last 5-10 days, a 10-day hold is placed on your account. This can delay payment by one month. In this case, your payment status will be On Hold.
What's going on with the Facebook lawsuit?
More than a million Facebook users in Illinois are part of a seven-year, Class Action Lawsuit against the company, alleging it broke the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act by collecting and storing biometric data -- physical characteristics -- of users without their consent, through things like facial ...
What Did The Class Action Lawsuit Claim?
- Facebook users in Illinois sued the social media giant alleging that its “tag suggestions” and other features involving facial recognition technology violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act, which states companies can’t collect, store or give out “biometric data” without first giving notice and getting consent. The lawsuit specifically alleges Facebook used facial recognition te…
Why Was The Case Settled?
- Facebook and the plaintiffs in the lawsuit were in court for several years before reaching a settlement shortly before the case was to go to trial. The settlement guarantees class members will receive a payment whereas in a trial, the plaintiffs could get nothing or could receive payments years from now.
Who Is Eligible to Receive A Facebook Settlement Check?
- According to the settlement website, “Facebook users located in Illinois for whom Facebook created and stored a face template after June 7, 2011” are eligible to receive a payment. To receive money, an individual must have lived in Illinois for at least six months and must have filed a claim no later than Nov. 23, 2020.
What Does The Settlement provide?
- Facebook will pay $650 million into a “Settlement Fund," to cover all aspects of the settlement. Facebook will also turn off its Face Recognition feature for most class members. If those individuals don’t turn Face Recognition back on, Facebook will delete all existing templates for those users. Craving food truck eats? Here's a list of some Rockford area favorites and newcom…