Time is running out for California residents to file claims in the $27.5 million settlement with Thomson Reuters over alleged privacy violations involving its Clear product. If you lived in California anytime between 2016 and 2024, you might be eligible for compensation. Why Was Thomson Reuters Sued? Thomson Reuters, a global AI and technology company, Continue reading
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$2M Kaye-Smith Data Breach Settlement: How to Claim Your Compensation
Kaye-Smith Enterprises Inc. has agreed to a $2 million settlement to resolve a class action lawsuit stemming from a 2022 data breach. If you were impacted by this incident, you may be eligible for financial compensation or free credit monitoring. Here’s everything you need to know to file your claim before the deadline. The Background: Continue reading
$100 Million Walgreens Prescription Savings Club Settlement: Eligibility & Payout
Walgreens has agreed to pay $100 million to settle a class action lawsuit, resolving claims that it inflated prescription drug prices charged to insurance companies. The settlement will benefit consumers and organizations who paid for prescriptions from Walgreens between January 1, 2007, and November 18, 2024, and used insurance benefits to cover the cost. The Continue reading
Extra Child Tax Credit Available in These States: Is Yours Included?
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) has been a cornerstone of financial relief for families across the United States. As federal expansions phase out and legislative uncertainties loom, several states have stepped up with their own CTC programs to continue supporting families with dependent children. Here’s a detailed look at how the CTC landscape is evolving Continue reading
New SSI Payments with 2025 COLA: What You Need to Know About the January Changes
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a crucial financial lifeline for millions of Americans, providing essential support to those in need. With 2025 fast approaching, SSI recipients are gearing up for a change in their monthly payments, thanks to the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming SSI payments, including what Continue reading
$725 Monthly Stimulus Payments for Families in the Sacramento Primero Program
California is taking significant steps to support low-income families with the introduction of the Familias de Sacramento Primero program, which provides monthly stimulus payments of $725 to eligible households. This guaranteed income initiative, launched on December 15, 2024, is a vital resource for families struggling with inflation and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Continue reading
IRS Announces Key Updates: New Requirements to Claim the Child Tax Credit (CTC) for 2025
Tax season is fast approaching, and for many families, it can be a stressful time. However, there is a silver lining in the form of the Child Tax Credit (CTC), which can help ease the financial burden for families with children under 17 years of age. This credit is designed to provide relief, especially for Continue reading
Fortnite FTC Refunds: What Players Need to Know Before the January 2025 Deadline
Fortnite is undeniably one of the most iconic video games of our time, with millions of players worldwide, many of whom are children. Its free-to-play model has been a major factor in its success, but it also relies heavily on microtransactions for cosmetics like skins and emotes. This monetization system has drawn scrutiny, especially from Continue reading
Claiming Your Second Payment from the Equifax Data Breach Settlement: What You Need to Know
In 2017, Equifax revealed a massive data breach that impacted approximately 147 million people, exposing sensitive information such as Social Security numbers, birth dates, driver’s license numbers, and credit card details. The fallout led to a settlement where Equifax agreed to pay at least $380.5 million to a restitution fund, with an additional $125 million Continue reading
Refinancing Your Mortgage in 2025: What Experts Predict and How to Prepare
The past year has been turbulent for the mortgage market. At the start of 2024, the average 30-year mortgage rate stood at 6.62%, climbing to 7.22% by May before dipping to 6.07% in September. As the year closes, rates are back near their starting point at 6.60%, influenced by Federal Reserve rate cuts and fluctuating Continue reading