IL AG v Direct Energy
If you were a Direct Energy electricity customer in Illinois between June 2013 and April 2025, a check is coming to you automatically — no claim form needed. Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul reached a $12 million settlement with Direct Energy over allegations it deceived customers into paying far more for electricity than they would have with their regular utility.
Current and former Illinois customers who received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy between June 2013 and April 2025. Payout: $12 million settlement. No proof of purchase is required to file. Checked against the official settlement source by SettleSignal on June 17, 2026.
Open to residents of: Illinois
Who may qualify
You self-certify the basics when you file — the settlement administrator makes the final eligibility decision.
You may qualify if you received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy in Illinois at any point between June 2013 and April 2025.
Official eligibility wording (read the exact text)
Current and former Illinois customers who received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy between June 2013 and April 2025.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
New to the terms? Plain-English: claim deadline, proof of purchase, administrator, pro rata.
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as No.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
How hard is this claim to file?
Watch out for
- No claim deadline is listed on the settlement site — but don't sit on your check once it arrives; refund checks can expire.
- Canceling your Direct Energy contract does not cancel your refund: 'Your Customer Refund check is not impacted if you decide to cancel your contract with Direct Energy.'
- The settlement covers residential electricity supply customers only — business accounts are not mentioned.
We prepare — you file on the official site yourself. This is not legal advice and is not an eligibility decision; the administrator and court decide.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
No claim form is needed — Atticus Administration issues this refund automatically; confirm your eligibility and contact details on the official source.
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1Check whether you were a Direct Energy residential electricity customer in Illinois between June 2013 and April 2025.
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2If you qualify, watch for a 'Customer Refund check' in the mail — no claim form is required.
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3If you have questions about your check or your eligibility, call Atticus Administration at (800) 893-1707 or email ILDirectEnergySettlement@atticusadmin.com.
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4If you still have a Direct Energy contract and want to cancel it, call (888) 734-0741 — canceling won't void your refund check.
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When will I get paid?
- Claims open You are here
- Court approval
- Payments sent
- Distribution complete
Claims are still being accepted. Class-action payouts typically begin only after the claim deadline, final court approval, and any appeals.
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How we verified this record
Optional, but it's the whole point — every field below traces to a named official source we re-check on a schedule.
- Payout details the official settlement website · Jun 16, 2026
- Eligibility the official settlement website · Jun 15, 2026
- Proof requirement the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Administrator the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
- Court case the official settlement website · Jun 17, 2026
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Eligibility summary
Current and former Illinois customers who received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy between June 2013 and April 2025.
Verified Jun 15, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The consent judgment entered by the Cook County Circuit Court provides restitution to eligible Illinois customers who received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy between June 2013 and April 2025.
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Proof requirement
No
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Estimated payout
$12 million settlement
Verified Jun 16, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Administrator
Atticus Administration
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Automatic refund
Yes — automatic, no claim needed
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period start
June 1, 2013
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Class period end
April 30, 2025
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Court case number
25 CH 4091
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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No-claim explanation
Restitution checks are automatically distributed to eligible customers; no claim form is mentioned anywhere in the settlement website.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
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Case name
The People Of The State of Illinois, ex rel. Kwame Raoul, Attorney General of the State of Illinois, v. Direct Energy Services, LLC.
Verified Jun 17, 2026 · against the official settlement website
The People Of The State of Illinois, ex rel. Kwame Raoul, Attorney General of the State of Illinois, v. Direct Energy Services, LLC.
Common questions
Is the IL AG v Direct Energy settlement legitimate?
Yes — the IL AG v Direct Energy settlement is a real claims process that SettleSignal tracks from its official source. It is administered by Atticus Administration under case 25 CH 4091 in CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION. File only through the official settlement website (www.ildirectenergysettlement.com); a genuine settlement administrator never charges a fee to file. SettleSignal last checked this record against the official source on June 17, 2026. Always confirm the current details on the official site before filing.
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Current and former Illinois customers who received residential electricity supply services from Direct Energy between June 2013 and April 2025.
How much can I get from the IL AG v Direct Energy settlement?
$12 million settlement. The exact amount you may receive is decided by the settlement administrator based on your valid claim and is not guaranteed; a total settlement-fund figure is shared among all eligible claimants, not paid to each person.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: No. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
Where is the official IL AG v Direct Energy claim form?
No claim form is needed — Restitution checks are automatically distributed to eligible customers; no claim form is mentioned anywhere in the settlement website. Never pay a fee to claim a settlement payment.
Do I need to file a claim to get paid?
No. Payments go out automatically to eligible customers. There's no form to fill out.
What did Direct Energy allegedly do wrong?
The Illinois AG alleged that Direct Energy enrolled people in electricity contracts without their clear consent, pretended to be affiliated with their public utility, and charged rates that were sometimes over 230% higher than the default utility rate — all while promising savings.
What if I already canceled my Direct Energy contract?
You're still eligible if you were a customer between June 2013 and April 2025, and canceling doesn't affect your restitution check.
Who sends the checks and who do I contact if I have questions?
Atticus Administration is handling payments. You can reach them at (800) 893-1707 or ILDirectEnergySettlement@atticusadmin.com.
When is the deadline to receive a payment?
No deadline has been announced yet. Keep an eye on ildirectenergysettlement.com for updates on when checks will be mailed.
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
No claim needed — payment is automatic
If you qualify, the settlement pays you automatically. There's nothing to file — just keep an eye on your mail or account around the payment date.
Not ready to file today? Track it free — we'll remind you before the deadline, and keep your claim details in one place.
Listed on the official settlement website (Atticus Administration).
Status history
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Disclaimer
SettleSignal summarizes publicly available settlement information and links to official settlement sources. We are not a law firm, do not provide legal advice, do not submit claims on your behalf, and do not determine eligibility or payout approval. You open the official claim form yourself. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
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