In this episode, we were fortunate enough to have the lead attorneys from the UFC antitrust case stop by for a thorough, video interview. Eric Cramer and Michael Dell’Angelo (from the law offices of Berger Montague) answered all our questions, clarified facts, dispelled misconceptions, and gave advice for UFC fighters from the Le class on how to get their settlement money. Follow along with our outline as you listen.
*This is the video version of our earlier post*
Ep. 105 Outline
Who is a member of Le class?
How much will fighters get from this settlement?
Why are the attorneys getting so much?
How do the attorneys determine what they get and how will the Judge decide to approve the amount?
How will it be determined how much each fighter gets?
When will the fighters get paid?
Why do the attorneys get paid first?
What do fighters have to do to make sure they get their settlement claim?
How difficult will the process be for fighters?
What happens if a fighter doesn’t get a claim made by the time the money is dispersed?
Do fighters need to pay anyone to make a claim?
What are the steps remaining between now and the money getting dispersed?
Why didn’t you take it to trial?
Why was injunctive relief dropped?
What can a fighter do if he or she disagrees with the settlement?
What is the status of the Johnson v Zuffa suit?
Can the class action waivers be challenged?
ATTN: UFC Fighters (current & past)
*Please note that we’ll be updating the pertinent information for current and former UFC fighters on what’s happening with the antitrust case for the foreseeable future. We will also continue leaving the information links, numbers and emails here in case anyone wants to use it on their own for updates.
For additional information, including any updates relating to any settlement or the settlement approval process, visit:
Toll-free number: 1-866-955-5564
You may also write to the Class Action Administrator by mail:
UFC Fighter Class Action
c/o Class Action Administrator
1650 Arch Street, Suite 2210, Philadelphia, PA 19103
or email:
info@UFCFighterClassAction.com
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Video interview exclusive: Lead attorneys Eric Cramer & Michael Dell'Angelo