How to Claim Your $70 from the Designer Brands & DSW TCPA Class Action Settlement

If you’ve ever received unwanted marketing text messages from Designer Brands, Inc. or DSW Shoe Warehouse after you requested to stop receiving them, you may be eligible for a payout from a class action settlement. Designer Brands has agreed to pay $4,429,180 to settle a lawsuit related to violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA), and you could receive up to $70 if you qualify. Here’s everything you need to know about the settlement and how to submit your claim.

What Happened in the TCPA Lawsuit?

The class action lawsuit was filed because Designer Brands and DSW allegedly violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by continuing to send marketing text messages to consumers who had explicitly requested to stop receiving such messages. This lawsuit resulted in the settlement of $4,429,180 to compensate eligible consumers who were affected.

By settling, Designer Brands avoids the costs of further litigation and the possibility of going to trial. Now, the funds will be distributed to eligible individuals who were impacted by these text messages.

Who Is Eligible for a Settlement Payout?

You are eligible to participate in this settlement if you meet the following criteria:

• Received marketing text messages from Designer Brands or DSW between September 1, 2018, and September 1, 2024, while in the United States.
• Opted out or requested to stop receiving marketing messages, but continued to receive them after opting out.

If you meet these criteria, you can submit a claim and potentially receive a payout.

How Much Is the Settlement Payment?

The estimated payout for approved claims is around $70, but the final amount will depend on the number of claims that are submitted and approved. As the total settlement fund of $4,429,180 will be divided among all qualified claimants, the payout may vary, but it’s expected to be around $70 per person.

How to Submit a Claim for Your Settlement Payment

To submit your claim, follow these simple steps:

1. Visit the Claim Form Website: Go to the official Laguardia Registration Form and select “I do not have a Class Member ID.”
2. Fill Out the Claim Form: You’ll need to provide your phone number that received the unwanted text messages. This number will be verified against records from Designer Brands to confirm your eligibility.
3. Submit Your Claim: You can either submit your claim online or download the PDF claim form and mail it to the settlement administrator.

Important Dates to Remember

• Deadline to File a Claim: You must submit your claim by June 30, 2025.
• Final Approval Hearing: The final approval hearing for the settlement is scheduled for July 31, 2025.
• Payout Date: Payments will be issued approximately 90 days after the court grants final approval, which should occur after the final hearing.

Documentation Requirements

In order to submit your claim, you’ll need to provide the phone number that received the marketing text messages. No additional documentation is required, as your phone number will be verified against the records provided by Designer Brands.

Payment Options

If your claim is approved, you will receive your payout via a check mailed to the address you provide when submitting your claim form.

What Are the Settlement Administration Costs?

The $4.43 million settlement fund will be used for:

• Settlement administration costs: $100,000
• Attorneys’ fees: Up to $1,107,295
• Attorneys’ expenses: Up to $34,000
• Service awards to the two class representatives: Up to $10,000 each
• Payments to approved claimants: Up to $70

Why Is There a TCPA Class Action Settlement?

This settlement resolves allegations that Designer Brands and DSW violated the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) by sending marketing text messages to individuals who had opted out of receiving them. The companies have agreed to settle in order to avoid the expense and uncertainty of further litigation and a potential trial.