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Tyson, Cargill Beef Price-Fixing Settlement
Tyson Foods and Cargill agreed to an $87.5 million settlement for alleged beef price-fixing affecting indirect purchasers in 27 states between 2014-2019.
$87.5 million total settlement ($55 million from Tyson, $32.5 million from Cargill). Individual payouts vary based on documented purchases during the class period (August 1, 2014 - December 31, 2019).
Who may qualify
You qualify if you bought fresh or frozen beef (chuck, loin, rib, round cuts) in a store between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 for home use in one of 27 eligible states or Washington D.C. Exclude premium, specialty, and processed beef products.
Consumers who indirectly purchased fresh or frozen beef from chuck, loin, rib, or round primal cuts between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 for personal household use (not resale) from retailers in 27 states and D.C.: Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
This summary is based on available official settlement sources. The settlement administrator determines eligibility and payment approval.
Important dates
- Claim deadline
- June 30, 2026
- Exclusion deadline
- March 30, 2026 (passed)
- Objection deadline
- March 30, 2026 (passed)
Proof requirements
Proof requirement is currently marked as Optional.
Review the official claim form before submitting any information.
What you need
No receipts required at filing; complete claim form attesting to beef purchases. Administrator may request supporting documentation (receipts, loyalty accounts, email orders) for verification, but claims can be filed without proof upfront.
How do I file a claim for this settlement?
File directly with Epiq Global (Claims Administrator), Contact: Info@overchargedforbeef.com or 1-877-283-8711 via the official claim form before June 30, 2026.
- Confirm you are within the eligible group described in the official notice — the settlement administrator determines eligibility.
- Gather any documents the official form asks for — this settlement marks proof as Optional.
- Open the official claim form or settlement website run by Epiq Global (Claims Administrator), Contact: Info@overchargedforbeef.com or 1-877-283-8711.
- Submit accurate information through the official settlement administrator or government source before June 30, 2026.
- Save your confirmation number if one is provided, then watch the payment status for distribution updates.
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Common questions
Who may qualify for this settlement?
Consumers who indirectly purchased fresh or frozen beef from chuck, loin, rib, or round primal cuts between August 1, 2014 and December 31, 2019 for personal household use (not resale) from retailers in 27 states and D.C.: Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
What is the claim deadline?
The claim deadline is June 30, 2026. Confirm the current deadline on the official settlement source before filing.
Do I need proof to claim?
Proof requirement: Optional. The settlement administrator determines what documentation, if any, is required.
What is the current payment status?
Current payment status: Unknown. Payments are issued by the administrator after the court process concludes.
When will Tyson, Cargill Beef Price-Fixing Settlement pay out?
Current payment status: Unknown. Class-action payouts typically begin only after final approval and any appeals. See our payout timeline guide.
Where is the official Tyson, Cargill Beef Price-Fixing Settlement claim form?
The official claim form is hosted by the settlement administrator, Epiq Global (Claims Administrator), Contact: Info@overchargedforbeef.com or 1-877-283-8711. Use the 'Open official claim form' button on this page — never pay a fee to file.
Do I need receipts to file a claim?
No receipts are required at the time of filing. Simply complete the claim form and certify your purchases. However, the Settlement Administrator may request supporting documentation (receipts, loyalty account history, email orders) for verification later.
When is the deadline to file a claim?
All claims must be submitted online or postmarked by June 30, 2026.
How much will I receive?
Your payment is a pro-rata share of the net settlement fund based on your documented beef purchases. The exact amount depends on the number of valid claims filed.
Which states are eligible?
27 states and Washington D.C.: Arizona, California, Colorado, D.C., Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
How can I submit a claim?
Visit OverchargedForBeef.com to file online (easiest), or mail the completed claim form to: Consumer Indirect Beef Litigation, P.O. Box 3605, Portland, OR 97208-3605 (must be postmarked by June 30, 2026).
Where to act
When you are ready, you open the official claim form yourself. SettleSignal does not file claims or determine eligibility.
Use the official settlement administrator or government source.
Listed on the official settlement website (Epiq Global (Claims Administrator)).
Disclaimer
This service 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. Only file a claim if the information you provide is accurate.
Change log
- June 9, 2026 — Settlement published after verification.