Claim Form Deadline: May 20, 2025
Total Payout: $32 Million
Proof Required: None
A $32 million class action settlement has been reached with major telescope companies in the U.S. This lawsuit involves allegations that certain companies, including Synta and Ningbo Sunny, along with their affiliates, engaged in a long-term conspiracy to fix prices, rig bids, and allocate the market for telescopes in the U.S.
The lawsuit claims that the actions of these telescope manufacturers led to inflated prices for consumers since 2005. The alleged violations include the Sherman Act, the Clayton Act, state antitrust laws, state consumer protection laws, and unjust enrichment.
The total settlement amount for this class action is $32 million.
To be eligible for a payout, you must have purchased one or more telescopes from a retailer or distributor in the U.S. between January 1, 2005, and September 6, 2023, that was manufactured by any of the defendants or their co-conspirators.
Qualifying telescope brands include, but are not limited to:
Additionally, you must have made the purchase while residing in one of the following eligible states:
Qualifying States:
The payout amount will depend on the number of valid claims submitted and the allocation of the $32 million settlement fund, after deducting administrative and legal fees.
You can file a claim online through the settlement website or by contacting the class action settlement administrator. The deadline to submit your claim is May 20, 2025.
No, you do not need to submit receipts or proof of purchase initially. However, settlement administrators may request additional documentation if there are any issues with verifying your claim.
Claim Form Website: TelescopeSettlement.com
Please be aware that your claim form will be rejected if it contains fraudulent information. By submitting your information and your sworn statement of its accuracy, you are agreeing to do so under penalty of perjury. Submitting false information not only jeopardizes your claim but also affects others who are genuinely eligible for the settlement. If you are uncertain about your eligibility for this class action settlement, please visit the class action administrator’s website for more information. Note that NoProofClassActions.org participates in the Amazon affiliate advertising program, and this post may include affiliate links, which could result in us earning a commission if you make a purchase through those links.