Retirement is often seen as a time for relaxation and enjoying life, but for many, it means continuing to work while receiving Social Security benefits. Whether it’s because they want to or need to, many seniors continue to earn a paycheck while collecting their Social Security. However, if you haven’t reached your full retirement age … Read more
If you’ve owned or leased a Mazda vehicle between 2014 and 2023, you may be eligible to receive compensation due to issues with the Mazda Connect infotainment system. A recent class action lawsuit brought attention to these widespread technical glitches, and Mazda has agreed to a settlement, offering reimbursements of up to $1,750 for affected … Read more
In 2023, Imagine360 LLC, a company providing employee healthcare services, experienced a significant data breach that exposed sensitive personal information of thousands of individuals. The breach compromised sensitive data, including Social Security numbers, medical records, and health insurance details. In response, Imagine360 has agreed to a class action settlement, providing compensation to those affected. If … Read more
Between 2014 and 2023, Wells Fargo allegedly recorded customer service phone calls without the knowledge or consent of customers. This breach of privacy led to a class action lawsuit, resulting in a $19.5 million settlement to compensate those affected by the unauthorized call recordings. If you were one of the individuals whose calls were recorded, … Read more
Alaska residents are expecting an annual dividend from the state’s oil wealth‑fund, and for 2025 the amount is set at $1,000 per eligible person. The first payments began October 2 for direct deposit applicants, with further disbursements on October 23 and continuing into November. This payment provides financial relief for residents facing high cost of living, especially … Read more
In 2026, millions of seniors in the United States will experience a major change in how Social Security benefits are calculated and disbursed. These reforms, set to be enacted under new legislation, aim to address the growing financial pressures faced by retirees. With the cost of living steadily rising and longer life expectancies becoming the … Read more
In 2026, many U.S. taxpayers could receive larger tax refunds thanks to the tax policy changes enacted under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This new legislation, which was signed by President Trump in mid-2025, includes several key provisions designed to boost tax refunds, particularly for seniors, tipped workers, those with overtime income, and … Read more
California continues to lead the nation in minimum wage policy with planned increases for 2025 and 2026. Workers and businesses alike need to understand when the new wage rates take effect, how local jurisdictions differ, and what salary threshold changes will affect exempt employees. This article provides a detailed breakdown of the upcoming increases and … Read more
Capital One customers could soon receive compensation as part of a massive $425 million class action settlement resolving claims that the bank artificially suppressed savings account interest rates for years. The case, one of the largest financial consumer settlements of 2025, could benefit millions of account holders nationwide. If you had a Capital One 360 … Read more
The United States is entering a pivotal moment in wage policy as multiple states prepare to raise their minimum wage rates in October 2025. Although the federal minimum wage remains stuck at $7.25 per hour (unchanged since 2009), many states are taking independent action to protect workers from inflation and stagnant earnings. These state-level increases … Read more