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Beef Antitrust Settlement

Last verified July 13, 2026Source: claimdepotHow ClaimWatch verifies cases

This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 30, 2026. You can still see what it was about and follow the case in court below. Looking for money you can still claim? Browse open settlements →

What happened

Several beef processors including JBS, Cargill, National Beef, and Tyson Foods allegedly conspired to limit the supply of beef and increase prices. They allegedly entered into a market allocation agreement and stopped competing against each other, with the purpose and effect of increasing their profit margins and the price consumers paid for beef. Tyson Foods and Cargill have settled for a combined $87.5 million.

Do you qualify?

Anyone who purchased fresh or frozen beef products between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 for personal consumption (to feed yourself, family, or friends).

How to file

Submit a claim form by June 30, 2026. You will receive a cash payment and give up your right to sue Cargill and Tyson over the claims in this lawsuit. Visit the settlement website to submit your claim.

Common questions

How much does the Beef Antitrust Settlement pay?
The total settlement fund is $87.5M. 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 Beef Antitrust Settlement?
This settlement is closed to new claims — the deadline was June 30, 2026. Once a claim deadline passes you generally forfeit your share, even if you qualified.
Is the Beef Antitrust Settlement notice real, or a scam?
Epiq is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at overchargedforbeef.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 Beef Antitrust 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 May 26, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.

Who's involved

Plaintiffs

  • Director Purchaser Plaintiffs (DPPs)
  • Cattle Class Plaintiffs
  • Terry Faul d/b/a Faul Land Improvements
  • David Hyatt d/b/a Hyatt Farms
  • Commercial and Institutional Indirect Purchaser Plaintiffs
  • Expense Reduction Services
  • Direct Action Plaintiffs (DAPs)
  • Consumer Indirect Purchaser Plaintiffs

Defendants

  • JBS USA Food Company
  • Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.
  • Tyson Foods, Inc.
  • National Beef Packing Company, LLC
  • JBS Packerland, Inc.
  • Swift Beef Company
  • JBS S.A.
  • Cargill Meat Solutions Corporation

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This summary was generated from public settlement documents and may contain errors. Confirm eligibility, deadlines, and payment terms on the official settlement website before filing. ClaimWatch is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. Filing a claim is free.

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