The final payout from the settlement will be determined by the number of valid claims approved. After claims are submitted, the settlement administrator will calculate payments from the available settlement fund. This means that claimants should not expect a large check, but rather a potential payment that could help offset their costs.
To file a claim, visit the official online TV settlement website. Before starting the process, claimants should look for their unique ID and PIN, which can be found on the notice they received by mail or email. The claim form will ask for this login information, so it's essential to have it readily available.
Individuals who did not receive a notice or lost it can contact the settlement administrator for assistance. Once a claim is filed online, claimants will receive a confirmation email and code, which should be saved for future reference. This information may be needed later if there are questions about the claim.
It's worth noting that claimants can include both YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscriptions on one claim form. This may be a more convenient option for those who used both services during the class period. Claim forms can be submitted online or mailed to the settlement administrator at Biddle v. Disney Settlement Administrator, P.O. Box 4720, Portland, OR 97208-4720.
The deadline to file a claim or opt out of the settlement is September 8, 2026. Claimants who do not submit a claim by this date will not receive a cash payment and may also give up certain legal rights tied to the claims in this case.
Those who do not want to be part of the settlement can ask to be excluded, which means they will not receive settlement benefits but may keep their right to sue Disney on their own over the released claims. Exclusion requests must be mailed and postmarked by September 8, 2026.
The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for January 14, 2027, at 9 a.m. If the court approves the settlement and no delays follow, payments would be made at a later date. The settlement administrator notes that court approval, possible objections, and administrative processing can affect the timing of payments.
It's essential to be cautious when dealing with settlement claims, as scammers often target individuals with believable messages. To avoid falling victim to scams, claimants should go directly to the official online TV settlement website and avoid clicking on links from unknown sources. They should also be wary of look-alike web addresses and be cautious of messages that ask for payment or fees.
Claimants who file online should save their confirmation email and code, as this will help them avoid clicking on random follow-up messages that may not be real. When in doubt, contact the Settlement Administrator through the official settlement website rather than replying to an email that showed up in their inbox.
