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- A lawsuit accuses Google of disseminating user data without permission.
- If you’ve used an Android device since 2017, you may be eligible.
- You will need a Notice ID and confirmation code to file.
Have you used an Android phone to access the Internet in the last eight years? You may be in line to get paid in a class action lawsuit against Google, but there are some important things you need to know.
Taylor et al. v. Google LLC Allegations are that Android phones sent information to Google without users’ permission, even when the phones were not in use, and all apps were closed, using the users’ cell data with which they made payments. The lawsuit says Google could have made these data transfers while the device was connected to Wi-Fi, but it chose to do it at any time.
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Google has not admitted any wrongdoing, but agreed to the settlement to avoid the possibility of court proceedings. This is not related to the recent $700 million Google Play class action lawsuit.
How to file a claim
Anyone who has used a cellular connection on an Android phone from November 12, 2017, until the date of final approval of the settlement, is eligible to participate in this lawsuit. If you’re in this group, you should have received a notice with a code in the mail or via email – if you haven’t already.
To file a claim, start by going to www.federalcellularclassaction.com. You will need your Notice ID and confirmation code. If you think you are eligible but have not received the notification, you can email info@federalcellularclassaction.com. I have contacted the settlement administrator to see if there is a time frame within which you should receive your communication.
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It is not decided how much each person will get in this suit. There is a $135 million settlement fund for the approximately 100 million class members, but since this type of lawsuit is often seen Only single-digit percentage participationYour payout can be up to $100. Each class member will receive an equal amount after administration costs, taxes and attorney fees. Eligible settlement class members will receive payments once final approval is granted by the court. The final approval hearing is June 23, 2026, so you won’t get anything before then.
One important thing to note is that even if you are eligible for this trial but do not select the payment method, the administrator will still try to pay you. But if the administrator does not have your correct information, you may not get your money.
