Verizon settlement money goes out to customers, but some payments fall short

Category: Legal News

Verizon has begun distributing payments from a $100 million class-action settlement, but many customers report receiving amounts below the minimum payout of $15. The settlement addresses claims that customers were charged unadvertised administrative fees. Payouts were calculated based on account duration and capped at $100, yet some users received as little as $2.37.

Keywords: Verizon, settlement, class-action lawsuit

Source: CBS News

Update At: 1/8/2025

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