Disney $50M Settlement Notice: How to Claim Payout as Deadline Looms
Summary
Disney has agreed to pay $50 million to settle a lawsuit alleging it used its popular channels, like ESPN, to increase the price of streaming TV services YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream. Subscribers who used these services between April 2019 and March 2026 have until September 8 to claim part of the settlement.Key Facts
- The lawsuit claims Disney’s programming practices raised the cost of live TV streaming.
- Disney denies any wrongdoing but settled for $50 million.
- The case involves YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2026.
- Eligible customers include past and current subscribers.
- Consumers must file claims by September 8 to receive payment.
- Settlement payments depend on how long subscribers had the service.
- Notices about the settlement were sent by email or mail to inform subscribers.
- Claims can be submitted online at OnlineTVSettlement.com or by phone.
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