Barry University $2.4 Million Covid Tuition Deal Gets Final Nod

A $2.4 million settlement with Barry University, resolving a proposed class action seeking tuition refunds after in-person classes were canceled in spring 2020 because of the Covid-19 pandemic, won a Florida federal court’s final approval.

Marlena Rosado alleged that students lost the benefit of experiences and opportunities when the university transitioned to remote learning.

The settlement, which plaintiffs say provides class members with about 60% of their anticipated recoverable damages, is a fair compromise in light of litigation risks, Judge Jose E. Martinez of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida said Tuesday.

Class members are entitled ...