DIRECTV $16.85 Million Settlement Guide

Unraveling the DIRECTV Settlement: A Closer Look

The recent DIRECTV settlement is a significant event in consumer protection law. The case, Vance v. DIRECTV, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia (Case No. 5:17-CV-179). The lawsuit alleges that telemarketing calls made by AC1 Communications, a DIRECTV dealer, violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act by contacting individuals listed on the National Do Not Call Registry. The case has now reached a settlement stage, with DIRECTV agreeing to a substantial payout to affected consumers.

Just How Big is the Settlement?

The settlement amount agreed upon in this case is a staggering $16.85 million. This fund will be used to cover settlement-related expenses, lawyers' fees and costs, awards to the settlement class representatives, and, importantly, cash payments to eligible individuals who received the telemarketing calls. As quoted on the official settlement website, 'The settlement provides for a cash payment to eligible individuals who received the telemarketing calls.'

What are the Key Dates to Remember?

• The deadline to submit a valid Claim Form, either online or by mail, is August 7, 2023.
• The deadline to file an objection or exclude oneself from the settlement class is also August 7, 2023.
• The Final Approval Hearing, where the Court will decide whether to approve the settlement, is scheduled for August 24, 2023.
• Payments will be made approximately two months after the Court approves the settlement.

Who are the Class Members?

The class members are individuals who received telemarketing calls from AC1 Communications, a DIRECTV dealer, while their telephone numbers were listed on the National Do Not Call Registry. It's important to note that individuals do not need to remember receiving the calls to be eligible for a payment.

What Can Class Members Expect to Receive?

Eligible class members can expect to receive a cash payment from the settlement fund. The estimated minimum cash payment is $324, while the estimated average cash payment is over $461. The exact payment amount for each individual will depend on the number of valid claims submitted and the number of calls received by the class members.