Could you be eligible for any of May’s class action settlements?

May is offering opportunities for consumers to participate in various class action settlements to seek compensation for a range of issues such as data breaches, false advertising, defective products, and more. One notable settlement involves iFit, a company that reached an agreement to address claims regarding defective touchscreens on NordicTrack and ProForm workout equipment. Consumers who bought certain ProForm and NordicTrack machines before January 23, 2023, can benefit from this settlement. The class action lawsuit alleges that the touchscreen consoles on these workout machines malfunctioned due to a mandatory update released by iFit, causing consumers to lose the full functionality of their expensive equipment.

Another significant settlement involves real estate broker commission fees, with over $730 million available for consumers who sold their homes through a multiple listing service (MLS) and paid broker commissions. Individuals and entities who listed their homes on a MLS between October 31, 2017, and July 23, 2024, can potentially recover damages. The lawsuit claims that real estate brokers and agents conspired to inflate commission fees, resulting in higher costs for homeowners and violating federal antitrust laws.

Olaplex, a popular haircare brand, is part of a settlement addressing false advertising claims related to its products labeled as “Made in the USA.” Consumers who purchased Olaplex products between February 7, 2019, and September 6, 2024, can participate in this settlement. The lawsuit alleges that Olaplex misled consumers by marketing its products as domestically made when, in reality, they contain foreign-sourced ingredients, leading to higher prices for consumers.

A $4.5 million settlement has been reached with Haleon concerning Robitussin cold medicine products that were advertised as “non-drowsy” despite containing ingredients that can cause drowsiness. Consumers who purchased any Robitussin product with dextromethorphan between February 16, 2016, and January 21, 2025, may be eligible for compensation. The lawsuit contends that Haleon included dextromethorphan in its products, causing consumers to experience drowsiness despite seeking non-drowsy medication.

Boar’s Head Provisions Co. has agreed to pay $3.1 million to resolve claims of listeria contamination in its recalled meat products. Consumers who purchased Boar’s Head items between May 10, 2024, and August 12, 2024, that were later recalled due to potential listeria contamination may qualify for compensation. The lawsuit argues that selling contaminated meat products poses serious health risks, especially for vulnerable populations, leading to economic damages for affected consumers.

Synta Technology has reached a $32 million settlement to address price-fixing allegations in the telescope industry. Consumers who purchased specific telescope brands between January 1, 2005, and September 6, 2023, may be eligible to participate in this settlement. The lawsuit accuses Synta of colluding with other manufacturers to artificially inflate telescope prices, resulting in financial harm to consumers.

Lastly, a class action settlement involving Ring addresses claims that the company did not adequately disclose the need for a monthly fee to access all features of its Ring Protect Plan. Consumers who purchased Ring Video Doorbell 2 or Ring Video Doorbell products may be able to benefit from this settlement. These settlements offer affected individuals the opportunity to seek compensation for various issues and hold companies accountable for their actions.