Articles for category: United States

May 30, 2025

Emily Carter

Rare 2 Bills

Rare $2 Bills in Circulation, What to Look For and How Much They’re Worth

In the realm of U.S. currency, few denominations spark as much curiosity as the $2 bill. Often considered rare or unusual in daily transactions, this bill has developed a niche appeal among collectors and enthusiasts. While most people assume that the $2 bill is obsolete or worth only its face value, the reality is that some editions are significantly more valuable than they appear. First introduced in 1862 during the American Civil War, the $2 bill initially featured Alexander Hamilton before being redesigned in 1869 to feature Thomas Jefferson, the third U.S. President. That image has endured across all modern

May 30, 2025

Harshit

Tiktok Privacy Settlement

TikTok Privacy Settlement 2025, Final Chance to Claim Compensation

In 2025, one of the largest social media privacy settlements in U.S. history re-entered public attention. The TikTok Privacy Settlement, originally finalized in 2021 for $92 million, has been reactivated through an extended claims process. Users who missed the initial compensation window now have until March 1, 2025, to submit claims for possible payouts. The class action lawsuit alleged that TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance, improperly collected user data from millions of American users, including minors, without sufficient disclosure or consent. Though the company denied these claims, the court-approved settlement fund was created to resolve the dispute without further

May 30, 2025

Emily Carter

Google Location Data Lawsuit Payouts

Google Location Data Settlement 2025, Who Gets Paid, How Much, and When?

The issue of personal data misuse has escalated in recent years, prompting consumers to question how much control they truly have over their digital footprint. In a high-profile legal development, Google has agreed to settle two lawsuits, each centered around unauthorized user data collection and sharing, for a combined total of $85 million. These lawsuits have drawn national attention due to their potential impact on privacy rights and how major tech firms handle sensitive information. At the heart of the controversy lies Google’s handling of location data, even when users had explicitly disabled such tracking features. Additionally, the company faced

May 30, 2025

John Surge

Wells Fargo Bank Settlement Update

Wells Fargo Class Action Settlement 2025, How to Claim the Money You’re Owed

In 2025, Wells Fargo’s class action settlement stands as one of the most significant consumer compensation efforts in U.S. banking history. This $3.7 billion settlement, announced by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), aims to address years of malpractice and systemic failures by the banking giant. With $2 billion allocated directly for customer payouts and $1.7 billion reserved as civil penalties, the settlement covers a wide range of issues across auto loans, mortgages, and deposit accounts. Wells Fargo has been under regulatory scrutiny for years, especially since the 2016 revelation that millions of unauthorized accounts were opened without customer consent.

May 30, 2025

Harshit

Facebook Privacy Settlement

Facebook Privacy Settlement 2025, How to Claim Your Share from the $725 Million Payout

In a major legal development, Meta Platforms Inc., formerly Facebook Inc., has agreed to pay $725 million to resolve a long-running class action lawsuit concerning violations of user data privacy. The settlement represents one of the most significant payouts in U.S. data privacy history and spans a user eligibility window of over 15 years. U.S.-based Facebook users who held an account between May 24, 2007, and December 22, 2022, are now entitled to file a claim. This case stems from multiple lawsuits merged into one, centered around Meta’s alleged practice of sharing user data with unauthorized third parties. The Cambridge

May 30, 2025

Emily Carter

Verizon Class Action Settlement Payment Amount

Verizon Class Action Settlement 2025 Payment Amount, How Much Will You Actually Receive?

As of early 2025, the much-anticipated Verizon Class Action Settlement has entered the payment phase, bringing clarity to the financial relief many customers have awaited since the case first gained national attention. Verizon agreed to pay $100 million to settle claims that it charged administrative fees to postpaid wireless customers without proper disclosure. While the final court approval was granted in 2023, payment disbursements began in phases starting January 2025. Though this outcome marks a significant legal moment in consumer protection, the actual payout figures have sparked widespread discussion. For millions of eligible customers, understanding how their payment was calculated

May 30, 2025

Emily Carter

SSI 967 Payment

SSI Payment Updates for 2025, Who Qualifies, How Much You’ll Get & When

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program remains one of the most crucial federal safety nets in the United States, offering monthly cash assistance to individuals who are either elderly, blind, or disabled and who have limited income and financial resources. Managed by the Social Security Administration (SSA), this program ensures a minimal standard of living for millions of vulnerable Americans. As of 2025, SSI payments have increased due to a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) applied by the SSA to account for inflation. This update raises the maximum monthly SSI payment for individuals to $967 and for eligible couples to $1,450.

May 30, 2025

John Surge

Veterans Benefits 2025

VA Benefits 2025, New Updates in Healthcare, Disability, and Housing for U.S. Veterans

In 2025, the U.S. government continues to strengthen its support system for military veterans through a wide range of federal programs administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). These benefits are structured not as welfare but as earned entitlements — a recognition of the commitment and sacrifices made by the country’s servicemen and women. Unlike standard social programs available to the public, VA benefits are exclusive to individuals who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. These include active-duty personnel from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and eligible National Guard or Reservists who were federally

May 30, 2025

Emily Carter

BCBS Settlement

Blue Cross Blue Shield Settlement 2025: A $2.67 Billion Victory for Policyholders

Blue Cross Blue Shield BCBS Settlement 2025: $2.67 Billion Payout for Eligible Members The $2.67 billion Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) settlement has become one of the most talked-about legal cases in the U.S. healthcare sector. This landmark class-action lawsuit, which accused BCBS of limiting competition across the insurance market, has led to compensation for millions of Americans who were enrolled in BCBS health plans between 2008 and 2020. Importantly, even though BCBS has not admitted to any wrongdoing, the company agreed to pay out this large sum to resolve the legal dispute and introduce reforms that are expected to