If you were enrolled in Optavia's Premier Program between October 1, 2017, and March 17, 2022, you may be eligible to claim up to $75 from a class action settlement.
Optavia LLC has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for allegedly violating California's Automatic Renewal Law, among other claims.
Who is eligible to join the Optavia lawsuit?
To be part of this settlement, you must meet the following criteria:
- You were a California customer of Optavia's Premier Program.
- Your enrollment was between October 1, 2017, and March 17, 2022.
- You received at least one automatic shipment.
- You subsequently canceled the program.
How much are the payouts?
Class members can choose between two compensation options:
- A $75 voucher for Optavia products, which will be automatically sent if no action is taken.
- A cash payment of at least $70, which requires submitting a claim form.
The voucher is a one-time use, valid for 18 months from issuance, and can be transferred to another Optavia customer.
How to join the Optavia lawsuit
If you prefer the voucher, you do not need to take any action. It will be emailed to you automatically once the settlement is finalized.
For those opting for cash, you must submit a Cash Payment Election Form by March 29, 2025. You can choose to receive the payment electronically or by check.
Payout options
Class members can receive their payouts as:
- A voucher for Optavia products
- A cash payment via electronic transfer or check
Settlement fund expenses
The settlement fund will cover various costs associated with the lawsuit.
- Settlement administration costs: TBD
- Attorneys' fees: $572,000
- Service awards to class representatives: $2,000
- Payments to class members: TBD
Important dates
- Deadline to File a Claim: March 29, 2025
- Final Approval Hearing: May 30, 2024
When is the Optavia LLC payout date?
The court will hold a Final Approval Hearing on May 30, 2024, to decide whether to approve the settlement. If approved, payments will be distributed within 30 days of the settlement becoming final for electronic payments and 8-10 weeks for checks.
Why was there a class action settlement?
The lawsuit alleged that Optavia's Premier Program violated California's Automatic Renewal Law by not providing necessary disclosures and obtaining sufficient consent. Optavia denies these allegations but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation.
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