Heartland Payment Systems Class Action Settlements
All class action lawsuits and settlements involving Heartland Payment Systems.
Last updated: April 28, 2026 · By Class Action Buddy
Heartland Payment Systems, a major payment processing company, has been involved in 1 class action settlement that resulted in significant compensation for affected consumers. The company faced legal action over fees charged through its MySchoolBucks platform, which parents use to fund their children's school lunch accounts and pay school-related expenses. This litigation resulted in an $18.25 million settlement to resolve claims that Heartland charged excessive or improper fees to families using the payment service. The MySchoolBucks fees settlement specifically addressed allegations that the company violated consumer protection laws by charging unreasonable processing fees when parents added money to their children's school accounts. While this particular settlement had a deadline of August 20, 2025, it demonstrates how payment processors can be held accountable when fee structures are challenged in court. Class action settlements like these often arise when companies charge fees that consumers believe are excessive or not properly disclosed. Parents and guardians who used MySchoolBucks during the relevant time period may have been eligible for compensation based on their usage and fees paid. Class Action Buddy helps consumers stay informed about settlements like these and simplifies the claims process when you're eligible for compensation.
Past Heartland Payment Systems Settlements (1)
These settlements have closed but are part of Heartland Payment Systems's class action history.
$18.25M Heartland Payment Systems MySchoolBucks fees class action settlement
Up to VariesHeartland agreed to pay $18.25M over illegal MySchoolBucks fees. Check if you qualify for compensation from this class action settlement.
Heartland Payment Systems Class Action FAQs
Has Heartland Payment Systems settled any class action lawsuits?
Yes, Heartland Payment Systems reached an $18.25 million class action settlement related to MySchoolBucks fees. This settlement addressed claims about fees charged to parents and guardians who used the MySchoolBucks platform to pay for school meals and other school-related expenses.
How do I know if I qualify for the Heartland Payment Systems MySchoolBucks settlement?
You may qualify if you paid fees when using MySchoolBucks to make payments for school meals or other school-related expenses during the class period. This settlement was a no-proof settlement, meaning eligible class members did not need to provide documentation of their payments to receive compensation.
How much money can I get from the Heartland Payment Systems settlement?
The total settlement fund was $18.25 million, but individual payment amounts varied based on the number of valid claims submitted. Since this was a no-proof settlement, payments were distributed among all eligible class members who submitted valid claim forms by the deadline.
Is the Heartland Payment Systems MySchoolBucks settlement still accepting claims?
No, this settlement is no longer active and is not currently accepting new claims. The claim deadline has passed and the settlement has been finalized and distributed to eligible class members who submitted timely claims.
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