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USAA General Indemnity ConsumerProtection Settlement 2026

USAA has agreed to a $5 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims it failed to pay interest on late fees refunded to Maryland policyholders. The settlement benefits individuals who were charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020 and did not receive accrued interest on their refunds.

ConsumerProtectionBlack v. USAA c/o JND Legal AdministrationExpired: 3/30/2026Black, et al. v. USAA General Indemnity Co., et al. logo

Key Takeaways

  • Filing deadline: 3/30/2026.
  • Eligibility snapshot: Anyone who was charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020, received a refund for those late fees, and did not receive accrued interest on the late fee refunds.
  • Proof may not be required for every claimant, but having receipts or account records still improves your filing quality.
  • Settlement administrator: Black v. USAA c/o JND Legal Administration.
  • Official claim form is available through an external filing site.

Who Qualifies

Anyone who was charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020, received a refund for those late fees, and did not receive accrued interest on the late fee refunds.

Class Period

Unknown to Present/Unknown

Documentation

Proof may be optional.

Covered vendors: USAA General Indemnity Co., Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Co., United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Co.

Covered products/services: insurance, late fee

Defendants: USAA General Indemnity Co., Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Co., United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Co.

Geographic scope: MD

Full Filing Guide

Black, et al. v. USAA General Indemnity Co., et al. is categorized under financial services & banking settlements, and this guide covers the essential details you need to determine if this settlement applies to you. This matter currently appears active in the FoundMoney directory. If you are evaluating whether to file, the fastest first step is to verify that your purchases, subscriptions, or account activity line up with the class definition and class period.

USAA has agreed to a $5 million class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims it failed to pay interest on late fees refunded to Maryland policyholders. The settlement benefits individuals who were charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020 and did not receive accrued interest on their refunds. The relevant class period is generally described as a period defined in the official settlement documents. Where administrators publish revisions, amended deadlines, or supplemental notices, this page should be treated as a directional guide and the official claim portal remains the source of truth for filing requirements.

Who should pay close attention: users who purchased covered products/services, maintained affected accounts, or transacted with named defendants during the qualifying window. Purchaser scope is currently listed as Indirect Consumer. Named or covered vendors include USAA General Indemnity Co., Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Co., United Services Automobile Association, USAA Casualty Insurance Co.. Covered products/services currently reference insurance, late fee.

The reported settlement fund is approximately $5,000,000. Individual recovery is usually determined by claim volume, documentation strength, and any pro-rata formula approved by the court. In many settlements, payout timing can range from several weeks to multiple months after claim validation. Filing early and submitting complete information often helps avoid avoidable delays when administrators perform audits or deficiency checks.

Documentation may not be mandatory for all class members, but submitting purchase records can still help reduce follow-up requests. Current eligibility language: Anyone who was charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020, received a refund for those late fees, and did not receive accrued interest on the late fee refunds. Filing deadline tracking matters because late claims can be rejected automatically; plan to submit by 3/30/2026 unless the administrator publishes an extension.

Practical filing workflow: confirm your transactions, gather supporting records, submit the online claim form, and store your confirmation number for follow-up. If you are uncertain on edge cases, contact the administrator directly at the support channels listed on the official site. Check back periodically for updates as new information becomes available. You can also browse related settlements in the Financial Services & Banking Settlements category.

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Settlement FAQs

What is the deadline for Black, et al. v. USAA General Indemnity Co., et al.?

The currently listed deadline is 3/30/2026. Always verify the final cutoff directly on the official filing portal.

Who is eligible for the Black, et al. v. USAA General Indemnity Co., et al. settlement?

Anyone who was charged a late fee by USAA on a Maryland insurance policy prior to 2020, received a refund for those late fees, and did not receive accrued interest on the late fee refunds.

Do I need a receipt for Black, et al. v. USAA General Indemnity Co., et al.?

Proof may be optional, but supporting records are still recommended.

Who is the administrator for this case?

Black v. USAA c/o JND Legal Administration is listed as the settlement administrator for this matter.

What time period does this settlement cover?

The covered class period is generally described as the class period listed in the official settlement notice.

How much could I get from this settlement?

The listed settlement pool is approximately $5,000,000. Individual payouts typically depend on claim volume, documentation, and any court-approved allocation formula.

Where can I file the claim form?

Use the official claim page listed in this article. If the link changes, follow updates from the administrator and settlement website.

How long do settlement payments usually take?

Payment timing varies by review workload, deficiency corrections, and court approval milestones. Many cases take several weeks to several months after final validation.

What if my claim is missing information?

Administrators may issue a deficiency notice and request corrections or documents. Respond before the correction deadline to avoid claim rejection.

Can businesses file this settlement?

Business eligibility depends on class definitions and purchaser type rules. Check the official notice and administrator FAQ before filing.

Official Filing Links

Source: settlement source page

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Last reviewed: 2/21/2026

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