Every month, millions of dollars in class action settlement money goes unclaimed. For April 2026, we pulled the 10 highest-value open settlements from our database — prioritizing approaching deadlines, large payout funds, and claims that don't require documentation. Filing is free. If you qualify, there's no reason not to.
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Quick Reference: April 2026 Top 10 Settlements
| # | Settlement | Est. Payout | Deadline | Proof? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Equifax Data Breach | Up to $20,000+ | ⚠️ May 15, 2026 | No |
| 2 | Capital One Data Breach | Up to $25,000 | Aug 22, 2026 | Preferred |
| 3 | Wells Fargo Fake Accounts | $50 – $10,000+ | Nov 30, 2026 | No |
| 4 | Johnson & Johnson Talc | $5,000 – $300,000+ | Sep 30, 2026 | Yes |
| 5 | Zantac Cancer Settlement | $50,000 – $300,000+ | Dec 31, 2026 | Yes |
| 6 | Roundup Weedkiller Cancer | $5,000 – $250,000+ | Dec 31, 2026 | Yes |
| 7 | Capital One 360 Savings | Varies ($425M fund) | Open | No |
| 8 | Neiman Marcus Data Breach | Up to $3,500 | Open | No |
| 9 | Benicar Lawsuit | Varies ($300M fund) | Open | No |
| 10 | Wage & Hour Employment | Varies ($73M fund) | Open | No |
Below, we break down each settlement — what it's about, who qualifies, how much you might get, and exactly how to file.
Equifax Data Breach Settlement (Extended) — $425 Million Fund
What happened: In 2017, Equifax exposed the personal data of approximately 147 million Americans — Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and driver's license numbers. Equifax settled for $425 million with the FTC, CFPB, and 50 U.S. states.
Who qualifies: U.S. consumers whose personal information was impacted in the Equifax breach between May 2017 and July 2017. If you were an Equifax customer during that period, you're almost certainly eligible.
Estimated payout: Up to $125 cash alternative OR documented out-of-pocket losses (time spent + expenses) up to $20,000. Free credit monitoring valued at $1,500+ is also available. Time spent (up to 20 hours at $25/hr = $500) requires no documentation.
⚠️ 39 days left. The extended claims window closes May 15, 2026. This is the final opportunity to file.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Capital One Data Breach Settlement — $190 Million Fund
What happened: A former Amazon Web Services employee hacked Capital One in 2019, exposing data for approximately 98 million U.S. customers and applicants — including Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, and credit scores.
Who qualifies: U.S. residents who applied for a Capital One credit card between 2005 and early 2019, or who held a Capital One account and had their data included in the breach notification.
Estimated payout: $25 with no documentation OR up to $25,000 with documented losses (identity theft costs, fraudulent charges, time spent on remediation). Two years of free IdentityWorks credit monitoring also available.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Wells Fargo Fake Accounts Scandal Settlement — $3.7 Billion Fund
What happened: Wells Fargo employees opened millions of unauthorized bank and credit card accounts in customers' names without their consent from 2002 through 2016. The CFPB issued a $3.7 billion order — the largest bank penalty in its history.
Who qualifies: Customers who had unauthorized accounts opened, were charged improper fees or interest, had their vehicles repossessed incorrectly, or were wrongly denied mortgage modifications. Wells Fargo is directly notifying affected customers.
Estimated payout: Varies by harm tier. Auto repossession victims average $4,000+. Improper fee victims typically receive $50–$500. Check your eligibility — many people are unaware they were affected.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Johnson & Johnson Talc Powder Settlement — $8.9 Billion
What happened: Decades of litigation claimed Johnson & Johnson's talc-based Baby Powder contained asbestos and caused ovarian cancer and mesothelioma. J&J filed for bankruptcy through its LTL Management subsidiary and proposed an $8.9 billion settlement.
Who qualifies: Women diagnosed with ovarian cancer, fallopian tube cancer, or peritoneal cancer who used Johnson's Baby Powder or Shower to Shower products for at least four years. Mesothelioma diagnoses may also qualify regardless of gender.
Estimated payout: Highly variable based on diagnosis type, severity, and usage history. Mesothelioma claims can reach $300,000+. Ovarian cancer claims typically range from $5,000 to $150,000. A qualified attorney is strongly recommended.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Zantac (Ranitidine) Cancer Settlement — Est. $10 Billion+
What happened: Zantac (ranitidine) was found to contain dangerously high levels of NDMA, a probable human carcinogen. Manufacturers Sanofi, GSK, Boehringer Ingelheim, and Pfizer face thousands of personal injury lawsuits linked to bladder, colorectal, stomach, and other cancers.
Who qualifies: Individuals who regularly used Zantac and were diagnosed with bladder cancer, colorectal cancer, stomach cancer, esophageal cancer, or pancreatic cancer. Usage history and medical records required.
Estimated payout: Individual awards range from $50,000 to over $300,000 for severe cases. Mass tort litigation is ongoing — consult a mass tort attorney for a free case evaluation.
Check Eligibility →Roundup Weedkiller Cancer Settlement — $10.9 Billion
What happened: Bayer AG (which acquired Monsanto) agreed to pay $10.9 billion to settle approximately 125,000 lawsuits claiming Roundup's active ingredient, glyphosate, causes non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Who qualifies: Individuals who used Roundup weed killer — professionally or for personal use — for at least two years and were diagnosed with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Estate claims for deceased individuals are also eligible.
Estimated payout: Typical range: $5,000 for limited exposure cases to $250,000+ for severe NHL cases.
Check Eligibility →Capital One 360 Savings Account Settlement — $425 Million
What happened: Capital One allegedly stopped raising interest rates on existing 360 Savings accounts while advertising higher rates to attract new customers — paying loyal customers far less than new ones.
Who qualifies: Customers who held a Capital One 360 Savings account between 2013 and 2022 and received below-market interest rates while Capital One advertised better rates to new customers.
Estimated payout: Calculated based on the difference between what you received and the advertised rate. Customers with larger balances or longer holding periods receive proportionally larger payouts from the $425 million fund.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Neiman Marcus Data Breach Settlement — Up to $3,500 Per Person
What happened: Neiman Marcus experienced a data breach that exposed the personal and financial information of approximately 4.6 million customers, including payment card data and security question answers.
Who qualifies: Customers who received a notification from Neiman Marcus about the data breach, or who shopped at Neiman Marcus during the affected period and had payment card or personal information exposed.
Estimated payout: Up to $3,500 per eligible claimant. No documentation required for basic claims. Unusually high per-person value for a data breach settlement — worth filing even if you experienced no direct harm.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →Benicar Lawsuit Settlement — $300 Million
What happened: Olmesartan (Benicar), a blood pressure medication, was linked to severe gastrointestinal side effects including sprue-like enteropathy — causing chronic diarrhea, severe weight loss, and hospitalization in some patients.
Who qualifies: Patients who took Benicar (olmesartan medoxomil), Benicar HCT, Azor, or Tribenzor and suffered severe gastrointestinal injuries including hospitalization, substantial weight loss, or a diagnosis of sprue-like enteropathy or celiac-like disease.
Estimated payout: Amounts vary based on injury severity, hospitalization duration, and documented damages from the $300 million fund.
Check Eligibility →Wage and Hour Class Action Settlement — $73 Million
What happened: Multiple employers in retail, food service, healthcare, and logistics have settled class action lawsuits alleging violations of wage and hour laws — including unpaid overtime, missed break deductions, and off-the-clock work.
Who qualifies: Current and former employees who worked for covered employers during the class period and experienced unpaid overtime, improper break deductions, or other wage violations.
Estimated payout: Calculated based on number of workweeks during the class period and documented wage violations. The $73 million fund is distributed proportionally among qualifying class members.
Check Eligibility & File Claim →How to File These Claims (Step by Step)
- Verify your eligibility — Use the links above to visit each settlement page and confirm you meet the qualifying criteria.
- Gather basic info — Most claims require your name, address, and email. Data breach claims may ask for the last 4 digits of affected card numbers. Medical claims require diagnosis documentation.
- Submit before the deadline — Claim forms are available on the official settlement administrator's website. We link to them directly from each settlement page on SettlementRadar.
- Wait for your check — Final approval can take 6–18 months. You'll receive a check or electronic payment once the settlement is finalized.
Need help filing? Our free claim filing service walks you through the process for any open settlement in our database.
Browse our full database of 650+ open class action settlements, searchable by category, deadline, and payout amount.
What Makes a "Top Settlement" Worth Filing?
- Payout size — How much can a qualifying claimant receive?
- Deadline urgency — Claims closing soon are ranked higher.
- Ease of filing — No-proof settlements are accessible to everyone. Medical claims pay more but require documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What class action settlements are open in April 2026?
In April 2026, the top open class action settlements include the Equifax Data Breach (deadline May 15), Capital One Data Breach (deadline August 22), Wells Fargo Fake Accounts (deadline November 30), Johnson and Johnson Talc ($8.9B fund, deadline September 30), and several others with no current deadline. See our full list above for details on each claim.
How much money can I get from a class action settlement in 2026?
Payouts vary widely. Simple data breach claims typically pay $50 to $3,500 with no proof required. More complex claims — such as pharmaceutical injury lawsuits like Zantac, Roundup, and J&J Talc — can pay $50,000 to $300,000+ but require medical documentation. The average no-proof data breach settlement pays around $100 to $500 per person.
Do I need a lawyer to file a class action claim?
No — most class action claims (data breach, consumer, and financial settlements) can be filed directly online without a lawyer. Personal injury and pharmaceutical claims typically require an attorney working on contingency (no upfront cost). Use the File Claim buttons above to access each official claims portal.
What is the Equifax settlement deadline for 2026?
The extended Equifax Data Breach Settlement deadline is May 15, 2026. This is the final claims window — it will not be extended again. If you were among the 147 million Americans whose data was exposed in the 2017 Equifax breach, file your claim before May 15.
Are these class action settlements legitimate?
Yes — every settlement in our database is a real, court-approved class action settlement administered by independent claims administrators and overseen by federal or state courts. Filing is free. You should never pay to submit a claim.
How do I know if I qualify for a class action settlement?
Each settlement has specific eligibility criteria based on whether you purchased a product, held an account, or experienced a specific harm. The quickest way to check is to visit each settlement's claims page (linked above) or use our free eligibility quiz to find all settlements you may qualify for.
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