How big will Facebook settlement checks be? Lawyers reveal estimated payment per person::Hoping the the massive Facebook privacy settlement is about to change your life? Don’t hold your breath.

      • @frezik@midwest.social
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        1 year ago

        Right, this sort of thing can involve a giant team of lawyers and paralegals pouring over documents and case law. The next big case they take on may be years away from a successful settlement (if they even get one), and they need to float on that money. That said, the top partners of the firm are definitely getting a payday.

        • @FireTower@lemmy.world
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          11 year ago

          Wouldn’t be shocked if that was their business model. Trying to look up the plaintiffs it seemed like they were represented by a firm that did a lot of mesothelioma cases.

      • Ocelot
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        01 year ago

        plus court fees, travel, research, office space, etc