A settlement has been finalized in a class action antitrust case brought by Commercial and Institutional Indirect Purchaser Plaintiffs against Tyson Foods, Inc., Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc., Tyson Prepared Foods, Inc., and affiliated companies (collectively, "Tyson"). Under the deal, Tyson will contribute $48,000,000. Beyond the cash, Tyson commits to non-monetary remedies and cooperation aiding plaintiffs' efforts against remaining defendants. No distributions to class members occur yet; future claim forms will follow. A court hearing will determine final approval.

The United States District Court for the District of Minnesota issued this notice, which could impact your legal rights. Review it thoroughly.

Who Qualifies?

Settlement Classes consist of:

Injunctive Class: All entities that indirectly bought uncooked pork bacon or raw pork items like loins, shoulders, ribs, hams, or pork chops (fresh or frozen) from defendants or co-conspirators for commercial food preparation in the U.S. from June 28, 2014, to June 30, 2018. Exclusions apply to organic or no-antibiotics-ever marketed products, and non-bacon items that are marinated, seasoned, flavored, or breaded. Uncooked and cooked ham-with-water-added products qualify.

Damages Class: Similar purchasers of uncooked pork bacon or raw pork bellies, loins, shoulders, ribs, hams, or pork chops in designated Repealer Jurisdictions during the same period. Same exclusions as above.

All are in the nationwide Injunctive Class. Damages eligibility is limited to Repealer Jurisdictions: Arkansas, Arizona, California, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. For Kansas, Massachusetts, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Tennessee, the period starts June 28, 2015.

"Pork" covers Tyson-produced or sold porcine products: uncooked bacon or raw loins, shoulders, ribs, hams, pork chops (fresh/frozen), with noted inclusions and exclusions.

Other defendants and alleged co-conspirators include Agri Stats, Inc., Clemens Food Group, LLC, The Clemens Family Corporation, JBS USA Food Company, Hormel Foods Corporation, Hormel Foods, LLC, Seaboard Foods LLC, Seaboard Corporation, Smithfield Foods, Inc., and Triumph Foods, LLC.

Uncertain about inclusion? Visit www.PorkCommercialCase.com or call 1-855-867-0738 for details and full notice.

Lawsuit Overview

Plaintiffs claim defendants and co-conspirators fixed pork prices starting January 1, 2009, violating federal antitrust laws and state statutes on consumer protection, unfair practices, and unjust enrichment. Tyson denies wrongdoing. No fault was ruled; settlement delivers class benefits while litigation continues against others, potentially yielding more settlements or judgments. Prior notices covered case updates.

Settlement Benefits

Tyson pays $48,000,000 to settle released claims. Additional non-monetary aid and cooperation included. No immediate payouts; claim opportunities to follow. Counsel presses claims against other defendants.

Counsel seeks up to one-third of the fund for fees, plus expense reimbursements, 4% for future costs, and $2,500 service awards per representative - all court-approved and deducted from the fund. Future recoveries may yield more. Fee motion posts at www.PorkCommercialCase.com pre-objection deadline; objections possible.

Your Options

Stay in classes automatically, bound by terms, eligible for future recoveries against other defendants.

Object to settlement if desired (unless previously excluded) via instructions at www.PorkCommercialCase.com.

Classes cover purchases from any defendant/co-conspirator; more settlements possible.

Court reviews In re Pork Antitrust Litigation (Commercial and Institutional Indirect Purchaser Actions), Case No. 0:18-cv-01776 (D. Minn.). Speak at Final Fairness Hearing? Check www.PorkCommercialCase.com for details.

Summary notice only. Full details at www.PorkCommercialCase.com or 1-855-867-0738. Avoid court contact.

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SOURCE: United States District Court for the District of Minnesota