Claim
Some TransUnion credit reports showed a bankruptcy remark on an account even though no recent bankruptcy was on record. The 'No Bankruptcy' group gets $100 automatically and can file for more; the 'Aged Bankruptcy' group must file to get anything.
Key facts
- Payout
- $100–$1,000 per person
- Deadline
- Oct 30, 2026
- Proof
- No proof
- Who
- Nationwide (US)
- Fund
- $8,310,000
- Case
- Brooks v. Trans Union, LLC
- Court
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- Administrator
- Continental DLX
- Final hearing
- Dec 2, 2026
- Notice ID
- The form asks for the ID or PIN from your notice
- Official site
- www.brooksbankruptcyclassaction.com ↗
- Verified
- Sep 30, 2026
No Bankruptcy group: $100 automatic or about $1,000 with a claim; Aged Bankruptcy group: about $350 with a claim
Who qualifies
- A TransUnion report sold between Jan 6, 2020 and Jan 31, 2023 showed a bankruptcy remark on an account but no bankruptcy in public records
- Sworn statement that you had no bankruptcy filing in the prior 10 years
- Use the Claim Number and PIN from your notice
How to file a claim
- Open the official settlement website: www.brooksbankruptcyclassaction.com.
- Have the Claim ID or PIN from the notice you received ready.
- Confirm that you qualify. No receipt is needed.
- Choose how you want to be paid and submit before Oct 30, 2026.
- Save the confirmation number. You'll need it to check your claim later.
Open the official claim form ↗
Is the TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark settlement legit?
Yes. It's a court-supervised class action settlement in Brooks v. Trans Union, LLC, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Claims go through Continental DLX on www.brooksbankruptcyclassaction.com. Filing is free. A real settlement never asks for a fee, your bank password or your full Social Security number by text or email.
When will payments be sent?
The final approval hearing is Dec 2, 2026. Payments usually go out 3 to 12 months after the court gives final approval, once any appeals end. The administrator pays you directly, often by check, PayPal, Venmo or digital card.
FAQ
Is the TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark settlement legit?
Yes. It's a court-supervised settlement (Brooks v. Trans Union, LLC, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania). Claims are handled by Continental DLX on the official website. Filing is free; never pay anyone to file.
What is the deadline for the TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark settlement?
Claims must be submitted by Oct 30, 2026.
How much is the TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark payout?
No Bankruptcy group: $100 automatic or about $1,000 with a claim; Aged Bankruptcy group: about $350 with a claim
Do I need proof to file the TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark claim?
No. You can file without proof of purchase by confirming that you qualify.
When will TransUnion False Bankruptcy Remark payments be sent?
The final approval hearing is Dec 2, 2026. Payments usually go out 3 to 12 months after final approval, once any appeals are resolved.
Claim is an independent app and isn't affiliated with this case, the court, the administrator or TransUnion. Details come from the official settlement website and court records. Always check the official site before you file.
