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Louisiana policyholders or those insured with State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. who submitted a covered first-party private passenger auto physical damage claim between May 17, 2022, and May 21, 2026, that resulted in a total loss claim payment that did not include certain fees may be eligible to claim $28.39 from a class action settlement.
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. agreed to settle a class action lawsuit alleging it failed to pay Louisiana insureds the full amount of purchasing fees on total loss vehicle claims.
Who can file a claim?
Individuals must meet all of the following criteria:
- They were a Louisiana policyholder or insured by an applicable State Farm entity.
- They submitted a covered first-party private passenger auto physical damage claim.
- They submitted their claim during the period from May 17, 2022, through May 21, 2026.
- The claim resulted in a total loss claim payment from State Farm.
- The total loss payment did not include purchasing fees, which include:
- Sales tax
- Title fees (including transfer handling fees)
- Notary fees
- Registration and license plate transfer fees
- Tag fees
The settlement administrator used State Farm’s records to identify potential class members and sent notices by mail or email to individuals who may qualify. Individuals who did not receive a notice but believe they meet the criteria can still submit a claim by providing the necessary information.
Legal representatives, such as those acting on behalf of an estate or trust, may also file a claim if they are authorized to act for a deceased or incapacitated insured. In such cases, supporting documentation is required.
How much is the State Farm payout?
Eligible class members who submit a valid and timely claim will receive a payment of $28.39. This amount is intended to compensate for the unpaid purchasing fees associated with their total loss claim.
How to claim a class action payment
Class members can file a claim online by entering their class member ID number (found in their mailed or emailed notice) or their last name and policy or claim number. Alternatively, they can download and print the PDF claim form, fill it out and mail it to the settlement administrator. Those who received a prefilled claim form in the mail can simply sign it and mail it back.
Settlement administrator's mailing address: Deborah Robin v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., c/o Kroll Settlement Administration LLC, P.O. Box 5324, New York, NY 10150-5324
The claim deadline is Oct. 19, 2026.
What proof or documentation is required to submit a claim?
Legal representatives submitting a claim on behalf of a deceased or incapacitated class member must provide documentation showing they are authorized to act on their behalf.
Payout options
- Paper check mailed to the address provided on the claim form
Settlement fund breakdown
The settlement fund will cover:
- Settlement administration costs: To be determined
- Attorneys' fees and costs: Up to $205,000
- Service award to class representative: Up to $5,000
The settlement reserves $840,000 for payments to class members. This is separate from the above costs.
Important dates
- Opt-out (exclusion) deadline: Aug. 18, 2026
- Final approval hearing: Sept. 17, 2026
- Deadline to file a claim: Oct. 19, 2026
When is the Deborah Robin v. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. payout date?
The settlement administrator will issue checks approximately 90 days after the court resolves any appeals and grants final approval of the settlement.
Why did this class action settlement happen?
The class action lawsuit alleged State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co. breached its insurance policies by failing to pay Louisiana insureds the full amount of purchasing fees when settling total loss vehicle claims.
State Farm denies any wrongdoing or violation of law but agreed to settle to avoid further litigation and provide compensation to affected policyholders.
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