15 U.S.C. § 1681 (FCRA): Credit Report Rights Explained
Plain-English guide to 15 U.S.C. § 1681, the FCRA's purpose section, with links to the operative rules on background checks, disputes, and damages.
16 min read
Consumer Protection Laws
23 articles
Aetna L-ADR Spine Surgery Settlement: 3 Claim Deadlines
Final approval granted for the Aetna L-ADR spine surgery denial settlement. Up to $55,000 per claim; deadline depends on which of 3 relief paths applies.
8 min read
Amazon PA COVID-Screening Wage Settlement: No Claim Needed
Amazon's Pennsylvania COVID-screening wage settlement pays automatically, no claim form needed. See who is covered and the October 15, 2026 opt-out deadline.
7 min read
Ashley Mattress Fiberglass Settlement: Claim Window Closed
As of July 2026, the Ashley/Nectar/DreamCloud/Siena mattress fiberglass settlement's claim window has closed. Final approval hearing is Sept. 24, 2026.
7 min read
Cosequin Dog Supplements Settlement: Claim Window Closed
The Cosequin dog supplement settlement's claim deadline passed July 21, 2026. Here's what happens next and what to do if you already filed.
6 min read
Dovenmuehle Mortgage Pay-to-Pay Fee Settlement (NC)
NC borrowers charged phone/IVR fees by Dovenmuehle: preliminary approval granted, payment is automatic, opt-out/objection deadline Sept 23, 2026.
7 min read
Fandango Convenience Fee & FanClub Settlement
Fandango's $3.25 convenience fee settlement pays cash only if you file a claim; skip it and get a voucher instead. Open through Aug 17, 2026.
9 min read
Grubhub Delivery Fee Settlement: $10 Credit, Aug 7 Deadline
Grubhub/Seamless California delivery fee settlement: file for a $10 site credit by August 7, 2026. No proof needed; final court approval still pending.
6 min read
Honda Auto Idle Stop (AIS) Defect Settlement 2026
Honda's Auto Idle Stop no-restart settlement claim window is open as of July 2026. Deadline is August 18, 2026. Check if your Acura or Honda qualifies.
9 min read
Hyundai/Kia Immobilizer Theft Settlement: Payout Guide
36-state Hyundai/Kia theft settlement pays up to $4,500 for thefts on or after April 29, 2025. Limited fund pays until exhausted, so do not wait to file.
9 min read
John Deere Right-to-Repair Settlement: Claims Site Down
As of July 2026, the $99M John Deere repair settlement has preliminary approval, but the official claims site is not reachable. What to know.
8 min read
Kaiser Permanente Out-of-Network Health Claims Settlement
Kaiser's DOL settlement lets CA members seek reimbursement for out-of-network mental health care. Not a lawsuit; deadline is 180 days from your notice.
8 min read
Leesa, Helix, Bear, Brooklyn Bedding Settlement (2026)
Leesa, Helix, Bear, and Brooklyn Bedding mattress settlement (Grossman v. Night US) is pending final court approval. Claim deadline is September 25, 2026.
9 min read
PlayStation Store Antitrust Settlement: What to Do Now
Sony's $7.85M PSN settlement is pending final approval. Active accounts get automatic credit; deactivated accounts must contact AB Data by Aug. 27, 2026.
8 min read
PPL CDPAP Wage Settlement: No Claim Form, Automatic Pay
PPL's $162M CDPAP caregiver wage settlement (Calderon v. PPL) is pending final approval. Downstate NY personal assistants are paid automatically.
10 min read
Resident Home Mattress Pricing Settlement: $30 Voucher
Resident Home's Nectar, DreamCloud, Siena, Awara and CloverLane pricing settlement is pending final approval; claim deadline is Aug. 18, 2026.
8 min read
State Farm Alabama Purchasing Fees Settlement: Window Closed
The State Farm Alabama Purchasing Fees settlement (Dortch v. State Farm) closed its claim window July 15, 2026. Payout was $20.50 flat, no proof required.
7 min read
State Farm Arkansas Total-Loss Settlement: Claim Deadline Aug 19
State Farm Arkansas total-loss settlement: claims open through August 19, 2026. Est. $489 average payout, pro rata. Opt-out and objection windows have closed.
7 min read
Talcott Hartford Premium Tax Settlement: No Claim Needed
As of July 2026: no claim form. Talcott/Hartford life insurance premium tax settlement pays $11M automatically. Opt-out/objection deadline Aug 26, 2026.
9 min read
Tennessee Farmers Mutual Total-Loss Settlement (Weyant)
TFMIC will pay $5.85M over total-loss underpayment claims. Status as of July 2026: pending final court approval, hearing Aug 14. No claim form needed.
7 min read
Toyota Forklift Emissions Settlement: Payout & Deadline
As of July 2026, the $299.5M Toyota IC forklift emissions settlement is approved and open for claims through Sept 22, 2026. Check eligibility and payout.
8 min read
Traeger Wood Pellets Settlement: Status & Coupon Deadline
As of July 2026, the Traeger wood pellets settlement is closed and approved. The $3 coupon site is offline days before the July 30 deadline.
9 min read
Whirlpool Freezer Drain Tube Settlement: Repair Program
As of July 2026, the Whirlpool/Maytag freezer drain settlement is final and the claims website is down. Use the phone and email channels below to file.
9 min read