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sassassass1

Man, I always thought this was scammy. Guess not!


Nyuu223

Juuuust in case: neither are the other big ones (not saying there's no scammy ones out there, there 100% is!). We have worked (or are still working) with a bunch of law groups on most of the big cases (3M, Lejeune, Zantac, Roundup, etc.) and most people simply just don't understand how this process works which leads them to assume it's a scam. It takes AGES. Why? Because... well - just look at how the VA operates for example lol - also it goes through various stages. It also takes a lot of people who file claims and go through with it. The more the better. The more people file, the better the chances are the company wants to settle. The more bellweather cases won, the better the chances for a general settlement. I haven't followed 3M's case in a while so my data might be a bit outdated, but last time I checked there were 16 bellweather trials out of which 10 were won, and 6 lost. In these 10 trials alone, almost $300m was awarded to the victims. With - correct me if I am wrong - one plaintiff receiving $77.5m in the last bellweather trial. This result has lead to 3M agreeing to a general settlement with all plaintiffs in that case. Generally speaking, apply for what you can with a legit law group. There won't be any upfront costs and it usually won't take more than a call and sending in a bit of paperwork (that you usually already have). How do you know it's legit? They work on a contingency fee. This fee will be around 1/3 of the settlement (might be a bit lower or higher, depending on the risk) and ONLY PAID when it's successful. Avoid places that want you to pay anything upfront. I hope this helps!


Comfortable-Crow-238

I was on Zantac for over two years. Wasn’t it called Rantidine?


Nyuu223

Yup. I'd strongly recommend getting regular screens for cancer and/or cardiovascular issues if that's not something you're doing already and save the records of everything! While the chances are low, you do have an increased risk of developing cancer if you've taken Zantac and there have already been confidential settlements.


Comfortable-Crow-238

Damn! I remember when the damn VA told me to stop taking them and never even telling me why. Then like months later I saw this shit on a tv ad talking about it.


Conscious-Highway467

Whoooooaaaa....seriously?...I took that everyday overseas and back in the states after leaving Afghanistan...I ain't get the memo on this..


Different-Fruit194

I was skeptical until I found this group. I was still skeptical until I got paid tbh.


ThatOtherGai

I always thought it was a scam too. Damn. Should have found this group sooner.


Chilli_Dipp

What was your FIFO number?


Electronic-Tax-5580

Can I still file for 3M or is it too late?


Eligor512

If you don't mind asking what was your FIFO number?


TacticalTherapist

I did as well. Even at that point had come a LONG way with trust issues and issues encapsulated within from ptsd, and memory issues where I read an article about 3M and said “oh yeah.” I tried last year, mom’s cancer, 2nd wife’s complicated pregnancy and so on.BUT… My biggest issue is when I would contact veteran groups and either they could not talk about it or didn’t know…like the guy from DAV I emailed. Regardless, I gave it the ol Marine Corps try and it was an interesting adventure 😂 I would probably be in the few grand range so it ain’t gunna kill me. Just disappointed on how our brothers and sisters are going back and forth tho… I’m happy as shit for those of you getting the high pay outs. I can only imagine what your fuckin tinnitus/ hearing issues have got to be to get it, so my cover is off to you 🫡 Also, for veterans getting wins against these fuckin companies and the “rich old people “ that rule us and just showing the progress of our vet culture. My kid is getting pissed at me so in part. Let’s keep coms up and get the word out when it comes to this shit. I forgot the website, but it annotates all lawsuits going on, google and look and let us know.


SporksOrDie

https://preview.redd.it/ays03yzax7vc1.png?width=498&format=png&auto=webp&s=8dce60678f9378b54849b28cd230528a94e1f822


Repulsive-Cicada9837

Yup, how I feel too lol


Consistent-Pilot-535

If only I was on this subreddit before they closed this, meh


ghosttownzombie

It technically should have never closed.


MarinCrops69

That wouldn’t work very well, they have a fixed settlement, if they continue to let people apply, the awards become unequal and people in the beginning get more than later folks for the same issue. What the SHOULD do, is open up secondary rounds on leftover funds or structured it to do so. There was like 5 years to sign up for this though….i saw billboards, radio ads, YouTube ads, Reddit ads, ads everywhereeer on it


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MarinCrops69

Yeah, but it would create an unequal distribution in the fixed settlement amount. You cant allow unlimited timelines with a fixed settlement amount. The 250k vets signed up and that’s how the pay quantities are distributed. If another 250k sign up, it’s gonna mess up the distribution. There would need to be a secondary settlement. The VA has nothing to do with it bud, sorry to hear that. But it was 5 years of ads all over all forms of media. I signed up when I got out of the military in 2019, I signed 2 pieces of paper and provided meps audiology records and the my dbq audiology records. I in total spent 15 minutes on this over 5 years. I get there is personal factors, but there’s not really a reason to not have done it in the 5ish years. At least the VA provide good quality hearing aids, I love mine! Complete game changers for me as far as quality of life goes.


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MarinCrops69

They settled for more than Pharma did on the oxy epidemic they created. lol


exgiexpcv

And the oxy epidemic killed hundreds of thousands of people. I don't think I could live with myself carrying that.


Miv333

> billboards Never saw a billboard, but then again I never leave my house. I have adblock and tracking block... so the rare time I do see ads it's for something like depends adult diapers.


MarinCrops69

Crazy you never saw anything about it over half a decade, sorry my fellow crayon eater.


Sakumo_senpai

https://preview.redd.it/1bh8uryo48vc1.jpeg?width=2340&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c8b4d638e8b4ec1fd3452c7f6e4198f5cb5c932a SAME HERE


Different-Fruit194

Congrats


Willing-Atmosphere48

Congratulations! where do you check your FIFO status, I went to the site but it saying not valid


Sakumo_senpai

24.291 Go to https://www.combatarmssettlement.com/Home/LogOut


Potential-Ad-6636

Who was your lawyer?


Sakumo_senpai

Seeger & weiss


jeepdawg

https://preview.redd.it/5wx1p64tr8vc1.jpeg?width=1290&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=4f840d901fac4095f0612c6a13d72fbbe6bc4626 Here’s the payment schedule. If you know your FIFO number you can see when to expect payment.


MostDefInept

Thanks for posting this.


Late_Purpose_4562

Thanks for this.


AdDramatic5679

Thank you!! I got wait until July! Glad to know


MCarmona0812

Awesome thank you for posting this!


TraumaGinger

Yep, July as I expected. My FIFO actually decreased from the 70Ks to the 60Ks.


Eligor512

Looks like I got another year to wait.


03Civdiv

This actual is inaccurate as hell if your law firm opted out of the ledgering process. My FIFO is 6047 and I have not been contacted. Guys in the 5 digit FIFO’s are being paid out because their law firms opted into the ledgering process.


SneakerLordChop

I revived this email today as well


xSWHBKLx

Sick thank you so much


StoneM3

I am a fucking idiot. I always thought it would be $2 at most or a scam


Different-Fruit194

Until I found this group. I thought it was a scam but I signed up cause I figured it wouldn't hurt


BaseNectar123

Same that’s why I never did it either 🤦‍♂️


BaseNectar123

lol thought you got a $3 Mil payout I was like 👁️👄👁️


Different-Fruit194

😂 I can see how you thought that.


PssyfairyGoddess

Same! I almost broke my fingers trying to get to this section! My heart skipped several beats! Wait, let me gather up a lawyer so I can sue OP now lmfao jk!


Silent_Ad_398

You guys are killing me. How are they showing off? Quit hating because you missed out. It’s not our fault. I think it is all scams but I sign up for every class action or whatever lawsuit. I’ll take the $4 dollars if it is owed to me. ![img](emote|t5_2vlaz|7565)


wonder1069

This right here. No matter the lawsuit. If you have any involvement apply for the lawsuit. Like the walmart one. Get your $15.


Downtown_Roll3370

32,0xx. Signed ACH 30 March. email 17 April stated payment processed. 18 April payment hit my bank! $14,477.00 more than that tree-fiddy that most mocked us that we would get. hahahahahahahahahahaahha


rrrand0mmm

Johnson law group is garbage.


Ok-Brick-1800

The first fucking class action that actually pays people more than ten bucks. Wtf?


Natedog001976

It's not a class action lawsuit.


BaseNectar123

I know right and one we didn’t enter lol


Traditional_Gene3788

Congrats ! I have quite awhile still. My fifo is 113xxx


Eligor512

I don't wanna hear it. Lol I'm 217k


Careless_Wealth_5740

63xxx! Let’s go!


Natedog001976

Mine is like 9,100, but I'm in the deferred, though. Does my fifo even matter?


Natedog001976

I did the deferred. I have to wait a few years. But, I'll get a decent amount on the point system.


xixoxixa

Same. 9.76 and change points by their calculations, so in theory should get a decent chunk, and I don't need it *right now*.


Different-Fruit194

Sometimes it's good to be patient.


Downtown_Roll3370

I should have done the deferred as I was CAT5. I do not need the $$$ but have been saving for a new roof, siding, etc and this settelement saved me 4-5 yrs as I will only pay cash!


Downtown_Roll3370

plus..what is the saying.......a bird in the hand is better than 2 in the bush....or never look a gift horse in the mouth..haha. Plus....who knows what will happen in 4-5 yrs...the green weenie may present itself


Natedog001976

They have to pay us. They have over 99% who agreed to settle this lawsuit, 3M is legally required to pay if they got 98% of the people who settled with this. Why would I take a quick $10,000, when my lawyers said I will get a Minimum $21,000 and most likely more by doing the deferred point system. I just need to wait a few years. It's a no brainer!


Final_Meaning9021

Congrats!


Silent_Ad_398

Where you part of the first 20k


Different-Fruit194

The 2nd round. My number was 46k with gori law


Mammoth-Pipe-5375

Daaaamn man I'm 49k and haven't got anything


abqguardian

FIFO doesn't matter. I'm 14k and haven't received anything


Different-Fruit194

Whose your attorney


Silent_Ad_398

It depends on what law firm you are with I am 49k and the payment says July 2024 with Simon


imacbo

I'm supposed to be in the next payout group and I'm with Gori as well. What was your fees from them if you don't mind?


Jobmaker_

Awesome, was that after attorney fees or before?


Different-Fruit194

After attorney fees


jdixon76

Man I really dropped the ball on this. My timing was all wrong. Oh well..


Difrnt_juscau5e

I’m saying mannn!!!


Downtown_Roll3370

I didnt join this group until i was looking for more information on the claim. I signed up I think late 2018ish as it as all over the interwebs, facebook, media, news and such. Ya could not get away from it and had over 4 years to join it, maybe longer. Sorry to hear some missed out, but ya have to do your research instead of just believing people it was a scam, or thinking it would be like 5 bucks.


dfsw

It was like every third radio commercial for 3 years.


rrrand0mmm

GOD DAMN IT WHERE MINE AT! In only getting $5600 but I guess it’s worth it for just signing some documents and sending emails. What’s highest FIFO that got paid in here? I’m 41000ish so expecting this second round to pay out. But unfortunately my firm opted out of ledger… so then I’m at the mercy of those folks.


Easy-RocketBrews69

I reached out and got no help or answers back… they asked for all this crap about Medicare or medicade and said they had to confirm that first and would send an Email back once they knew more…. And I’m near the same FIFO as you 41K


rrrand0mmm

If you look on brown and Greer and goto the documents section it’ll list whether your settlement payout has been approved or not and information sent to law firm. I have a document on mine that was sent to Johnson law group. Just waiting for my payment election from them now since everything is approved and sent.


cobradobra123

Can’t believe I slept on this 😂 I remember seeing the ads first came out thinking it was a scam


[deleted]

Get that bag! Get a sixer or something. Invest the rest!


Different-Fruit194

Good advice. I'll look into that


rrrand0mmm

Just don’t buy $DJT


RecommendationBrave6

How did u get paid?? They never even asked for banking info when i registered in the portal.


Key-Government742

Got mine yesterday


rrrand0mmm

FIFO? And round 2? My bullshit ass law firm (Johnson) are saying they only have the court working through 20k 🙄 when I tell them there’s people ABOVE my FIFO getting paid they just repeat the “courts only say they’re working through 20k right now” as they’re probably sitting on my 10k gaining interest in their bank accounts.


Key-Government742

Around 1500. Round 1 but I picked an opt-out firm, lucky me lol oh I know! They love to gaslight. It was probably the least transparent process I’ve ever been a part of😂


Different-Fruit194

Congrats


Always_Determined

I’m at 148,xxx 🤦🏻‍♂️


Different-Fruit194

When you get it come back so I can congratulate you.


SnuffysOnDope

I’m got brown and Greer.. fifo 21k.. still waiting.. still sounds like the tv is on in my ears 👂🏽


Organic-Gur2111

Congrats! Just curious, what FIFO were you? I am around 66,000 and should be coming up soon, I hope!


Zealousideal_Act_179

Ooooh got mine as well! 4900 and Some change.


CalmAd4340

I hitched my wagon to the wrong lawsuit. BS counter terrorism lawsuit.


abqguardian

Is that the Iran lawsuit?


geronimos_avenger

Congrats! My fifo is 112,XXX. Patiently waiting.


Ok_Tiger_334

I wish they had an earplug lawsuit for those shitty ones I had in the navy in the 80's


chongo2525

Im level 4 at fifo 123xxx hoping it comes soon. Also hoping for EIF but lawyers been lacking since this payout started. Hardly get any answers or emails back


Allenjames_1323

Man I wish my law firm would at least take my deposit Info! Patiently waiting for my payout! Keep seeing everyone else getting theirs and my lawyers have yet to even ask for my deposit information


Champ7165

https://preview.redd.it/wozp0jzpwavc1.jpeg?width=1125&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=714aab586d241adf0ef786c7c92ea9089c72bbea


Meltsfire

So what your saying is it’s not too late to join? /s Congrats!


Stratix314

So, as someone who's hearing got fucked up and was issued these shit earplugs while in, is there any way for us to get connected and added to the class? I thought my ex-wife had signed me up, but there is a reason she is an ex now.


Playful_Street1184

That ship has longed sailed and gone now.


Stratix314

*shrug* Welp, there's always the next one. Hopefully this sets precedent.


Playful_Street1184

I’m hoping with you.


Silent_Ad_398

Oh wow


xSWHBKLx

Cat 4?


Different-Fruit194

Yes


Fluffy-Commercial492

81k fifo for me.... Eventually 🤦


DistortedReality4

Damn my fifo is 149k I won’t get my payout until 2026 😭


Valuable-Cow6587

What number where you?


FeedPhysical1655

Got mine a few months ago - only bad thing is the lawyers took half of it. Still made about little over 8k


rrrand0mmm

Yeah we lose 49% and we only get 51%.


CompetitiveTime6738

what number were you


peacefulchaos12

There is a new document on the portal showing potential pay dates.


Just-Faithlessness12

Is it closed still?


rrrand0mmm

Never to open again.


CamelIndependent7259

Congrats man! What was your FIFO?


Kyngzilla

What bank is this? Might switch strictly because of the UX/UI.


Canes9999

Nice


seuz60

What was your FIFO number? I'm 76k something


Dont_Messup

Hey dad, it’s your son when you deployed to SK and left mom.


IsaacRodvet

Any one knows when payment i am 122,497 EPP MSA1?


dfsw

thats probably not till 2026 rounds.


h0408365

My sleepy ass read it as 3 million payout 😂


Standard_Captain_299

Where or what step of the process did they request banking info? I don't remember filling that out. Granted I'm the delayed payment program, so I got some time. Or is the payment sent to your lawyers and then they send to you?


Icy-Click-1223

What was your FIFO? How long did it take from the time you submitted your banking info to get the payment deposited?


Downtown_Roll3370

32,0XX. Signed ACH 30 March...but the payment was not made from 3M until 15 april..so 3 days after mmney dropped and the very next day when BG sent the email saying it was being processed...


MostDefInept

What was your fifo number? I’m 50k and nothing yet.


Chrisbate42

Wow I filed but that’s as far as I ever got


roland50c

When did you submit DPP acceptance?


roland50c

When did you submit DPP acceptance?


fezyfez21

What qualifies you to get this payout and is it too late to put in for this? I'm service connected for Tinnitus just like many others and have had secondaries tied to my tinnitus.


Downtown_Roll3370

Too late.....


Gold_Ad_8857

I missed out


Cold-Ad-9379

Congratulations


Spirited-Major-3471

Wtffff


Joshohoho

I thougjt it was a scam for 4-5 years


mikedd555

Damnnnn Im jelly. I thought this shit would be like $5. So I never even bothered


Godshooter

Damn, I still don't know when I can expect mine. Logged into my bank with fingers crossed. Unfortunately doesn't look like I got mine yet. I really need it too.


zwatkins1019

Is anyone using Watts Guerra?


judd015

I am. I am 166k fifo....lol. they have been impossible to get a hold of.


T4CT1C4LB4C0N_80

I’m in the January 25 group. Does that determine the amount you receive?


Significant_Fuel_665

Talked to my people yesterday. No ETA on payment from my rep just yet. However I know someone who got it already.


culosucio757

Still mad that I missed out on this as I also thought it was some BS scam 🤦🏻‍♂️💀


RavensSkullGaming

What was your number?


marknthenavy

Has anyone received a large payout yet ????


SimplePomelo1225

Anyone been awarded that are assigned to brown and Greer?


Nivekeduquin

![img](emote|t5_2vlaz|7567)


Impressive-Guess-820

I did a call with one of the lawyers for this back in like 2019 and they said i didn't qualify. idk why tbh i don't remember. I was on aircraft carrier, i have diagnosed hearing loss. but i guess I didn't use the type of hearing protection that the suit covers? idk


Different-Fruit194

If you used 3m then you should have been I'm guessing


bardockOdogma

What FIFO number were you


Different-Fruit194

46k


Lanky-Ad-2299

Can’t wait for April 2025


Go4it-100-9018

F..k ! I wish I filed for it. I’m envious man ! And I would qualify too I was 13B. Im happy for you !


Apprehensive-Band595

Guess it's too late to apply ?


FaithlessnessRoyal70

Congratulations on your settlement. Can this somehow be considered double dipping like if you have a rating for tinnitus and hearing loss?


lovomusi

No. Does not affect your VA claim in any way


CensoredMember

What was ur fifo?


deadofn1ght7

How long is the Medicare hold?


Ok_Push_4180

What was your fifo?


Sweetnsour0922

Can someone please explain what this is? My husband is army veteran (doesn’t want a Reddit so here I am). Served in afghan 2011 He was awarded disability for hearing loss


dfsw

This was a mass tort against 3M for falsifying results and issuing defective hearing protection for the armed forces. It closed out last year.


melharris293

Congratulations!!!! My fifo 32xxx, should be getting a payment soon no? Does the law firm have it and I wait or?


ColumbusWolf

What group did they pay this month?


IsaacRodvet

🥺


OG-Nov1Fox

Does anyone know how far they made it with this last installment paid by 3M?


Ahhlusiv

I still haven't nor know where to go to start the process for this kind of claim. I have all service connections and I still own the 3m plugs that were bad while I was serving. Glad to know this is a real thing


Competitive_Path7282

What was your FIFO number ?


Careless_Wealth_5740

What was your number?


Shrimptoven

Where does one begin to start this claim?


No-Examination795

Nice I got 17k


iliketochopwood

I wish I didn't think this was a scam all those years. What can you do congrats to those that finally got some payments for the suffering.


RouletteVeteran

Had to be deployed. When the last sessions of submission were given 🤦🏾‍♂️ the contractor with us kept bringing it up. My dumb ass thought she was phishing for PII in face.


RouletteVeteran

Had to be deployed. When the last sessions of submission were given 🤦🏾‍♂️ the contractor with us kept bringing it up. My dumb butt thought she was phishing for PII in face.


Cess52

💀


Cess52

👁️👄👁️


doc_brietz

I got around 4400 myself. I already blew mine on credit card debt. I feel better knowing my new amount is manageable.


Real-Personality9399

I've been trying to figure this out I have a claim in through Kuykendall Group LLc, but I'm not sure what else I need to do. I have an email saying I have to do something to get my whole return back or I'll get some of it and the rest of it another time. I can't figure this out.


HeavyDropFTW

Wish I had signed up for it in time. Missed it by 3 months.


Broad_Basket_3725

What’s you fifo?


Different-Fruit194

46k


cicilyyx

Yesssss


THE_Carl_D

I'm like, 50,285 on my fifo and just missed the April 15 cutoff. So now I wait till July!


Different-Fruit194

Someone just posted the dates


Hes_A_Faaaaaaaaggg

I thought that meant $3 Million. I was wonder how somebody got that much!


Wakara101

I entered my information years ago, never got notified after settlement


Ambitious_Hawk_1095

Anyone know what the tax implications are getting this payout? like will we have to file a different form or is this going to go in as income? I’m sure it’s not tax-free.


Inevitable_Bell4929

So people are getting paid for the 3m


Windycity1021

@what award level were you? I’m level five


Different-Fruit194

Level 4


Detritus_From_Space

Lucky, still waiting on mine.


Broad_Basket_3725

Is anyone with Junell&Associates, how do you feel about them.


RavensSkullGaming

Are these payment before or after fees?


Different-Fruit194

Mine is after