Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. $212,500 BIPA Settlement
Did you clock in with an iT100 face-scan device at Troy Design & Manufacturing Co.’s Chicago modification center between November 29, 2022 and April 5, 2023? If so, you’re likely entitled to an automatic cash payment of about $582 from a $212,500 class action settlement.
Check Your Eligibility & Key Deadlines
Why money is available
A lawsuit accused Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. (TDM) and staffing vendor PeopleShare of using a face-scan time clock without obtaining written consent or providing a biometric data retention policy, allegedly violating the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA). While the companies deny wrongdoing, they agreed to settle for $212,500 to avoid further litigation risk and expense.
Who is included?
You are a class member if you:
- Used the iT100 face-scan time clock while assigned to or working at TDM’s Chicago modification center
- During the period November 29, 2022 – April 5, 2023
If you received a mailed or emailed notice, company records show you are likely part of the class.
Estimated payment: about $582
- Total settlement fund: $212,500
- After notice, administration costs, and a $10,000 service award to the class representative, the remainder is divided equally among all participating class members.
- If fewer people stay in the class, each payment will increase; if more participate, payments will decrease.
- Uncashed checks after 120 days will be redistributed to those who cashed theirs, if at least $10 per person remains; otherwise, the balance goes to a court-approved charity.
No claim form needed
Good news: payments are automatic. The settlement administrator will mail a check to the last known address on file. To update your address, use the online form or mail your new details to:
Franklin v Troy Designc/o Settlement Administrator
PO Box 23678
Jacksonville, FL 32241
Need to change the payee?
Provide legal documentation of a name change (marriage license, court order) plus a copy of photo ID. For deceased class members, submit the death certificate and proof you are the legal beneficiary.
Important dates
- Opt-out deadline: November 3, 2025
- Final approval hearing: December 4, 2025 (Case No. 1:23-cv-15610)
- Estimated payout date: ~60 days after final approval and any appeals are resolved
Payout method
- Paper check (default)
Keep track of the Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. BIPA Settlement
- Official settlement website: franklin-bipasettlement.com
- Settlement administrator phone: 866-726-1092
- Email: info@Franklin-BIPAsettlement.com
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I have to file a claim for the Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. BIPA Settlement?
- No. Payments are automatic; only address or payee updates require action.
- How much will each person receive from the Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. BIPA Settlement?
- The current estimate is about $582 per eligible worker, subject to change based on the final number of participants.
- When will the Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. BIPA Settlement checks be mailed?
- Approximately 60 days after the court grants final approval on December 4, 2025 and any appeals are resolved.
- What happens if I do nothing?
- You will remain in the class and automatically receive your payment. You will also give up the right to sue the defendants separately for the same claims.
- How do I exclude myself from the Troy Design & Manufacturing Co. BIPA Settlement?
- Send a written opt-out request to the settlement administrator postmarked by November 3, 2025. Opting out preserves your right to sue independently but forfeits the settlement payment.
Bottom line: If you used the face-scan time clock at TDM’s Chicago center during the qualifying period, look out for your check—or update your address today to ensure you get paid.