Many Americans could be in line for payouts this August from a wide range of class action settlements. These settlements cover everything from faulty car parts and misleading discount pricing to serious data breaches that exposed personal information.
The best part? Many of these claims require no receipts or proof of purchase, making it easy to file and get your share. However, every case has specific rules, eligibility criteria, and strict deadlines. Missing those dates could mean losing money or benefits that you are entitled to.
Here’s a full breakdown of the major settlements available in August 2025.
What Is a Class Action Settlement?
A class action settlement occurs when a group of people files a lawsuit against a company for the same problem. Instead of handling each claim individually, the cases are combined into one. If the court approves a settlement or the company agrees to resolve the case, a fund is created to pay those affected.
Those who qualify can file claims to receive their share of compensation, which may include:
- Cash payments
- Store vouchers
- Credit monitoring or reimbursement services
Volkswagen Atlas SUV Seat Latch Settlement
A safety issue in Volkswagen Atlas SUVs led to this case. Drivers reported that the second-row seat latch could disengage unexpectedly, posing a risk to passengers.
- Who’s eligible: Owners or lessees of 2018–2024 Volkswagen Atlas SUVs
- Deadline: August 4, 2025
QuoteWizard Text Message Settlement
QuoteWizard was accused of violating federal telemarketing rules by sending unwanted promotional texts, even to people on the Do Not Call Registry.
- Settlement fund: \$19 million
- Eligibility: Anyone who received two or more unwanted texts
- Deadline: August 2025 (varies by claim process)
Torrid Discount Pricing Settlement
Torrid allegedly displayed false “original” prices to make discounts appear larger than they were.
- Settlement fund: \$10 million
- Eligibility: Customers in California, Oregon, and Washington who shopped between Jan. 1, 2020 – Feb. 18, 2025
- Payout: \$15 cash or \$15 store voucher (no proof required)
- Deadline: August 26, 2025
Arisa Health Data Breach Settlement
A March 2024 data breach at Arisa Health exposed sensitive patient information.
- Settlement fund: \$1.9 million
- Payout: Up to \$5,000 with proof, \$70 without proof, plus three years of credit monitoring
- Deadline: August 27, 2025
Aetna Fertility Coverage Settlement
Aetna faced claims of discriminatory fertility coverage policies against LGBTQ+ members.
- Settlement fund: \$2 million
- Eligibility: LGBTQ+ policyholders denied coverage between Sept. 1, 2017 – May 31, 2024
- Payout: Around \$12,300 per member, with higher possible reimbursements
- Deadline: August 26, 2025
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Data Breach Settlement
A major 2023 breach exposed policyholder information.
- Settlement fund: \$16 million
- Payout: \$150 without proof, up to \$35,000 for documented losses, plus credit monitoring
- Deadline: August 25, 2025
V Shred Data Privacy Settlement
V Shred allegedly shared customer data without consent. Even those who only took an online quiz may qualify.
- Settlement fund: \$4 million
- Payout: About \$10 per claimant
- Eligibility: Customers or quiz participants after Jan. 1, 2022
- Deadline: August 11, 2025
Coastal Orthopaedics Data Breach Settlement
A June 2023 data breach compromised patient medical records and Social Security numbers.
- Settlement fund: \$1.4 million
- Payout: Up to \$10,000 for documented losses, plus two years of monitoring
- Deadline: August 13, 2025
GameStop Privacy Violation Settlement
GameStop allegedly shared purchase histories with Facebook without permission.
- Settlement fund: \$4.5 million
- Payout: \$5 cash or \$10 store voucher
- Eligibility: Customers between Aug. 18, 2020 – Apr. 7, 2025
- Deadline: August 15, 2025
Criterion Collection Viewing Data Settlement
Criterion Collection allegedly shared subscriber viewing data without consent.
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- Settlement fund: \$4.5 million
- Eligibility: Subscribers between Sept. 27, 2022 – Dec. 27, 2024
- Payout: Varies by claims submitted; no proof required
- Deadline: August 19, 2025
MySchoolBucks Fee Settlement
Heartland Payment Systems allegedly charged illegal program fees to parents using MySchoolBucks.
- Settlement fund: \$18.25 million
- Eligibility: Parents charged fees between June 18, 2013 – July 31, 2019
- Payout: Based on total fees paid (no proof required)
- Deadline: August 20, 2025
Why Acting Fast Matters
With deadlines throughout August 2025, time is limited to claim your share. Some settlements require proof of loss, but many allow simple online claims without documentation. Acting quickly could mean free cash, vouchers, or valuable credit monitoring services to protect against fraud.
FAQs
1. Do I need receipts to file a claim for these settlements?
Not always. Many settlements, such as Torrid and Criterion Collection, do not require proof of purchase.
2. Can I file for multiple settlements at once?
Yes. If you qualify for more than one, you can submit claims for each case.
3. How will I receive payment?
Most settlements offer direct deposit, mailed checks, or store vouchers, depending on the case.
4. What happens if I miss a deadline?
You lose the right to claim any payout from that settlement, even if you were eligible.
5. Where can I find more information on these cases?
Each settlement has an official website with claim forms and instructions. Always use verified links to avoid scams.