World Aquatics Class Action Settlement
Swimmers who signed a contract to compete in the International Swimming League (ISL) between 2018 and 2025.
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Who’s Eligible
You are eligible if you meet the following criteria:
- You are a swimmer who signed a contract to compete in the International Swimming League (ISL).
- You signed this contract between January 1, 2018 and August 29, 2025.
Eligible States
Claim Deadline
What You Need to Do to Get Paid
Online:
Visit the official settlement website. You may need a unique Class Member ID provided in your email or mail notice to log in and update your payment details.
Mail:
If you received a paper notice, you can mail the attached form to the Settlement Administrator at P.O. Box 301132, Los Angeles, CA 90030-1132.
No proof of purchase or contract is required for most claimants. The Settlement Administrator likely already has a list of eligible swimmers (the “Roster”) based on International Swimming League (ISL) records. You just need to confirm your details.
Settlement Payout
Payments will vary based on which “Damages Class” you fall into (2018 or 2019). The fund is divided into two pools: roughly $1.1 million for the 2018 class and $3.5 million for the 2019 class. Your payment is a “pro rata” (proportional) share of the pool you qualify for.
The $4.6 million fund will be used to pay:
- Class Payments: Cash payments to eligible swimmers (divided into 2018 and 2019 pools).
- Lawyer Fees: Up to $1,156,771 (25% of the fund).
- Lawyer Expenses: Approx. $170,980.
- Admin Costs: Up to $55,000.
- Service Awards: $20,000 total for class representatives.
Background of the Lawsuit
Professional swimmers sued World Aquatics (formerly FINA), alleging the organization violated antitrust laws. The lawsuit claimed World Aquatics illegally boycotted the International Swimming League (ISL) and threatened to ban swimmers who competed in ISL events. This allegedly prevented top-tier swimmers from earning appearance fees and prize money they would have otherwise received.
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