A big payday could be waiting for you: how to claim up to $48,000 from a $92 million Settlement

In a world where every dollar counts, a surprising opportunity has opened up—and if you qualify, you could be in line for a payout as high as $48,000. The best part? You don’t even need to provide proof to stake your claim.



The massive $92 million settlement stems from a class action lawsuit filed against New York City’s Department of Correction.

The lawsuit alleged that from April 1, 1997, to December 21, 2012, the department unlawfully held individuals in custody even after they should have been released.

According to the plaintiffs, these extended detentions were often due to requests from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), even though all other legal conditions for release had already been satisfied.

While the city has not admitted any wrongdoing, it agreed to resolve the claims through financial compensation—offering a form of justice to those who were allegedly wronged.


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You could be in line for a payout as high as $48,000. Image source: Alexander Mils / Unsplash


Who Is Eligible?

The settlement is broken down into two categories:
  • The Statute of Limitations Group: People held past their release dates between April 1, 1997, and January 31, 2007.
  • The Recent Group: Individuals detained beyond their release between February 1, 2007, and December 21, 2012.
Compensation will vary depending on how long someone was unlawfully detained.
  • Members of the Recent Group could see average payments between $20,000 and $48,000.
  • Those in the Statute of Limitations Group might expect payouts between $10,000 and $24,00


If you think you might qualify, May 15, 2025 is the crucial deadline to submit your claim form.

Miss this date, and you may lose the chance to collect your share.

Fortunately, the claim process is simple. You can submit a claim form online or download a copy to mail to the settlement administrator.

And here's the real kicker—you don’t need to provide documentation to make a claim. No proof? No problem.



Other Settlements You Should Know About

This isn’t the only major settlement making headlines. Read about how shoppers could cash in on a $22.5M settlement from Amazon, Target, & Krogeror how to get your slice of a $3.6 million settlement with no receipts required!

Key Takeaways

  • New York City’s Department of Correction will pay out $92 million to settle claims it unlawfully detained individuals past their scheduled release dates.
  • Eligible claimants could receive between $10,000 and $48,000, depending on how long they were held.
  • No documentation is required to submit a claim, and the deadline is May 15, 2025.
  • Other settlements, including a $22.5 million raw chicken settlement and Nissan repair payouts, are also open for claims.
Have you ever been part of a class action lawsuit before? Do you have advice for others navigating the process? Share your experiences and tips in the comments below. Let’s continue helping each other stay informed—and empowered.
 

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