Broiler Chicken Antitrust Settlement: $181 Million
CLAIM FILING PERIOD CLOSED
Breaking it down (for us mere mortals):
Who: If you purchased fresh or frozen raw chicken (not including halal, kosher, free range, or organic) - this is for you!
This includes the following types of raw chicken, whether fresh or frozen: whole birds (with or without giblets), whole cut-up birds purchased within a package, and breast cuts or tenderloin cuts.
This excludes chicken that is marketed as halal, kosher, free range, organic, diced, minced, ground, seasoned, flavored, or breaded.
What: The plaintiffs allege that Defendants and their co-conspirators conspired to restrict the supply of, and fix, raise, and stabilize the price of chicken, as of January 1, 2009, in violation of federal and state consumer and antitrust laws.
Where: Look for your state below:
California, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, and Wisconsin
When: For consumers who purchased included chicken products between January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: No proof of purchase is necessary. However, the administrator may ask for additional information or documentation.
What Now?
File your claim with us today! The deadline to file this case with Class Action Connection is June 30, 2024.
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Disclaimer: You can file yourself without using a claims recovery service like Class Action Connection by visiting www.overchargedforchicken.com or calling 1-877-888-5428. Claim forms are being delivered and are available online today. Class members need not sign up for a third-party service in order to participate in any monetary relief. No-cost assistance is available from the Class Administrator and Class Counsel during the claims-filing period. Class Action Connection can help file claims for you and address any questions and/or concerns along the way. Review this summary of this class action settlement and steps to take if you would like us to file for you.
What is the background on this lawsuit? Why is there a Settlement?
This class action alleges Defendants (listed below) and their co-conspirators conspired and combined to fix, raise, maintain, and stabilize the price and supply of chicken products, as of January 1, 2009, with the intent and expected result of increasing prices of chicken products in the United States, in violation of federal and state consumer and antitrust laws. Defendants deny these allegations.
Settling Defendants: Fieldale, George’s, Mar-Jac, Peco, Pilgrim’s Pride and Tyson.
The Court has not ruled in favor of either Plaintiffs or the Defendant. Instead, both sides have agreed to a settlement. By agreeing to the Settlement, the parties avoid the costs and uncertainty of a trial, and if the Settlement is approved by the Court, Settlement Class Members who submit timely and valid claim forms will receive a Settlement Payment, as described in this Notice. Defendant denies all legal claims in this case. Plaintiffs and their lawyers think the proposed Settlement is best for everyone who is affected.
Who is eligible for this settlement?
All persons and entities who indirectly purchased fresh or frozen raw chicken (as defined above) for personal consumption, where they purchased this chicken in the following states or districts:
California, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, and Wisconsin
While the current settlements are only with the six named companies, the settlement Class includes people who purchased products from multiple additional non-settling defendants and alleged co-conspirators. Members of the Class who do not exclude themselves may be eligible to participate in any additional settlements that arise from the additional defendants.
You are a member of the “Settlement Class” affected by the Settlement if you purchased the defined chicken products for personal consumption in the select states or districts between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2020.
How can I participate?
We’re ready to file your claim today. Click on any of the buttons on this page to get started reclaiming what’s yours! Note that we safeguard your personal information and only use it to verify eligibility and to process payments once the settlement is paid out.
The deadline for submitting this Claim Form is June 30, 2024 at 11:59:59 P.M. PT.
How much money will I receive?
The final payout will vary based on customer’s pro rata portion of the fund based on their broiler chicken purchases during the Class Period. That will depend on how many eligible customers file their claim forms from the $181 Million Settlement Fund that pays for:
All Settlement Payments
All Settlement Administration Expenses
All Taxes and Tax Expenses
Any Service Awards to the Class Representatives, and
Any Fee Award to Class Counsel.
We’re here to help and are ready to assist you in filing your claim form today!
How do I pay CAC for their services?
There is no risk when you file through Class Action Connection – we do not charge any upfront fees for our services. When the Claims Administrator distributes settlement funds, we simply deduct a recovery fee of 20% from the settlement payment. This allows us to continue filing for more claimants in additional cases and continue spreading the good word. We appreciate your support!
Do I need to file a claim with Class Action Connection?
No, you can always file a claim on your own. If you are a Settlement Class Member, you must complete and submit a valid Claim Form in order to receive a payment. You may request a Claim Form by calling the Settlement Administrator toll free at 1-877-888-5428, visiting www.overchargedforchicken.com or emailing info@overchargedforchicken.com. To be valid, a Claim Form must be completed fully and accurately signed under penalty of perjury and timely submitted
You may submit a Claim Form by U.S. mail or file a Claim Form on the Settlement Website. If you send in a Claim Form by U.S. mail, it must be postmarked no later than June 30, 2024. If you file a Claim Form on the Settlement Website, then you must do so by June 30, 2024.
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