What is the claim deadline for the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement?

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 14, 2024. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.

Do I need proof of purchase for the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement?

Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.

When will payments from the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement be sent?

Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for April 22, 2024; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

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Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement

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What happened

Becton, Dickinson and Company and its former CEO Thomas E. Polen allegedly made false statements about product issues, compliance violations, and FDA scrutiny regarding BD's Alaris infusion pump system during November 2019 to February 2020. The defendants deny any wrongdoing but have agreed to settle for $85 million.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who purchased or otherwise acquired Becton, Dickinson and Company common stock or call options, or sold BD put options, between November 5, 2019 and February 5, 2020, inclusive, and was damaged thereby. Excluded are the defendants, BD executive officers, board members, and their families.

How to file

Submit a completed Claim Form postmarked (if mailed) or filed online no later than June 14, 2024. You must document your stock purchases and losses. Contact JND Legal Administration at 1-888-995-0312, email info@BectonSecuritiesSettlement.com, or mail to the address provided for forms and instructions.

Common questions

How much does the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement pay?: The total settlement fund is $85M. Actual amounts depend on how many valid claims are filed — most settlements divide a fixed fund pro rata, so a higher claim rate means a smaller individual check. An "up to" figure is a cap, not a guarantee.
What is the claim deadline for the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement?: This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 14, 2024. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Do I need proof of purchase for the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement?: Yes. This settlement asks for documentation supporting your claim — a receipt, an account record, or the notice you were sent. Check the official settlement website for exactly which documents are accepted.
Is the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement notice real, or a scam?: JND Legal Administration is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at bectonsecuritiessettlement.com. Filing a class action claim is always free — no legitimate settlement charges you to claim, and no administrator will ask for payment, a gift card, or your full Social Security number by email or text. If a notice asks for any of those, it is not from the administrator. When in doubt, ignore the link you were sent and go to the official settlement website directly.
When will payments from the Becton, Dickinson and Company Securities Litigation Settlement be sent?: Class action payouts typically take 12 to 24 months after the claim deadline, and longer if the settlement is appealed. The final approval hearing for this case is set for April 22, 2024; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

STEPHEN KABAK

Defendants

BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY
CHRISTOPHER R. REIDY
THOMAS E POLEN
VINCENT A FORLENZA

Counsel for plaintiffs

LISA J. RODRIGUEZ DILWORTH PAXSON LLP

Counsel for defendants

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Claim deadline: June 14, 2024
Settlement fund: $85M
Proof required: Yes
Class period: November 5, 2019 – February 5, 2020
Final hearing: April 22, 2024
Case: Industriens Pensionsforsikring A/S v. Becton, Dickinson and Company, et al.
Case number: 2:20-cv-02155-SRC-CLW
Court: U.S. District Court (District of New Jersey)
Administrator: JND Legal Administration

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Case status & court docket

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U.S. District Court (District of New Jersey)

Case terminated April 22, 2024

April 15, 2024
Final approval
MEMORANDUM in Support filed by INDUSTRIENS PENSIONSFORSIKRING A/S re 188 MOTION for Attorneys' Fees and Litigation Expenses, 187 MOTION for Final Approval of Settlement and Plan of Allocation (Attachments: # 1 Exhibit 1, # 2 Proposed Judgment, # 3 Text of Proposed Order Approving Attorneys' Fees and
March 19, 2024
Final approval
Set Deadlines as to 188 MOTION for Attorneys' Fees and Litigation Expenses, 187 MOTION for Final Approval of Settlement and Plan of Allocation . Motion set for 4/15/2024 before Judge Stanley R. Chesler. Unless otherwise directed by the Court, this motion will be decided on the papers and no appearan
March 18, 2024
Final approval
MOTION for Final Approval of Settlement and Plan of Allocation by INDUSTRIENS PENSIONSFORSIKRING A/S. (Attachments: # 1 Memorandum)(CECCHI, JAMES) (Entered: 03/18/2024)

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