Heckathorn TCPA Settlement
Up to $160
What happened
Insurance agents working for Farmers Insurance allegedly made telemarketing calls and sent text messages marketing Farmers insurance to phone numbers registered on the National Do-Not-Call Registry, violating the federal Telephone Consumer Protection Act.
Do you qualify?
Anyone who received two or more telemarketing calls or text messages from insurance agents Nickolas Ward, Nate Esparza, Kyle Ryan Gray, Dustin Huffman, Jason Hall, Brian Shirey, and/or LeNard Rhone (or their agencies) marketing Farmers insurance between April 19, 2020 and June 15, 2026, whose phone number appeared on a list produced in the litigation.
How to file
Submit a claim form postmarked by September 14, 2026. This is the only way to receive a payment from the settlement fund.
Common questions
- How much does the Heckathorn TCPA Settlement pay?
- Estimated payout: Up to $160. The total settlement fund is $1.3M. 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 Heckathorn TCPA Settlement?
- The claim deadline is September 14, 2026. Filing is free and is done on the official settlement website at heckathorntcpasettlement.com.
- Do I need proof of purchase for the Heckathorn TCPA 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 Heckathorn TCPA Settlement notice real, or a scam?
- Atticus Administration LLC is the settlement administrator for this case. Claims are filed at heckathorntcpasettlement.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.
- How long until I get paid from the Heckathorn TCPA Settlement?
- 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 September 23, 2026; no payments can be issued before a settlement receives final approval.
- What happens if I do nothing?
- You receive no payment, and in most class actions you also give up the right to sue Farmers Insurance Exchange, Farmers Insurance Company, Inc., and Fire Insurance Exchange separately over these same claims. To keep that right you must opt out (exclude yourself) by August 27, 2026.
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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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