For individuals that incurred overdraft fees as a result of FirstMerit Bank’s posting of debit card transactions between March 16, 2005 and Aug. 13, 2010, then you are eligible for a potential award from the FirstMerit Bank Overdraft Fees Class Action Lawsuit! According to the lawsuit, FirstMerit Bank illegally manipulated the order in which debit card transactions posted to customers’ accounts so that the number of transactions would qualify for overdraft fees. FirstMerit Bank denies all acts of allegations, however, they have agreed to settle the class-action lawsuit in order to avoid the further risk and cost of ongoing litigation. So if you are eligible, file a claim by June 19, 2017 to receive your potential award!
FirstMerit Bank Overdraft Fees Lawsuit:
- FirstMerit Bank Overdraft Fees Claim Form
- Claim Form Deadline: June 19, 2017
- Who’s Eligible: Those who held a FirstMerit account that provided access to funds via debit card, and those who between March 16, 2005 and Aug. 13, 2010 incurred overdraft fees as a result of FirstMerit Bank’s unlawful posting of debit card transactions.
- Estimated Amount: Varies
- Proof of Purchase: N/A
- Case Name & Number: Jacobs, et al. v. Huntington Bancshares Inc. and Huntington National Bank, Case No. 11CV000090, in the Court of Common Pleas for Lake County, Ohio
How To File a Claim:
- Head over to the FirstMerit Bank Overdraft Fees Claim Form
- Look over the claim form to see if you are eligible.
- Complete the claim form with your information.
- Submit your claim by June 19, 2017 to receive your potential award!
Bottom Line:
For individuals that were assessed overdraft fees that resulted from FirstMerit Bank’s unlawful practice, then you are eligible for a potential award from the FirstMerit Bank Overdraft Fees Class Action Lawsuit! According to the lawsuit, FirstMerit Bank did not ever properly notify its customers about this actions. So if you are eligible, file a claim by June 19, 2017 to receive your potential award! Don’t forget to take a look at our full list of Class Action Lawsuit Settlements!