This Class Action Settlement Affects:
Anyone in the U.S. who may have received inaccurate credit scores or credit related information from Equifax due to a computer coding issue that occurred in 2022.
What’s This Class Action Settlement About?
The lawsuit claims that a computer coding error cause the credit reporting agency to provide inaccurate credit scores or credit attributes to third parties between March 17 and April 8, 2022. The lawsuit alleges that the error violated the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
Who Qualifies for the Settlement?
Anyone in the U.S. whose credit score or credit attribute was affected by the coding issue and reported by Equifax to third party connections. If you received an email or mailed notice about the settlement. Equifax’s record indicate that you may be included in the settlement.
Note: The notice is sent to people Equifax’s records indicate are eligible, but a notice is not required to submit a claim. Check the official settlement website to determine whether you qualify and complete the claim form.
How Much Money Can You Get?
Equifax has agreed to a $100 million settlement fund. Eligible class members who submit a valid and timely claim can receive a share of the remaining funds after court-approved fees, expenses and costs.
Payments are estimated to be approximately $95 to $280 per person, however the actual amount may be higher or lower depending on the number of valid claims submitted.
Is Proof Required?
No additional proof is required. Eligible class members must submit a valid claim form by the deadline to receive a payment.
Important Class Action Settlement Dates
- Claim Deadline: December 28, 2026
- Exclusion Deadline: November 27, 2026
- Final Approval Hearing: January 22, 2027 at 2:00 p.m. ET
SUBMIT A CLAIM HERE
This post is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.
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