Tobacco Users: You May Have Been Overcharged by Verizon’s Employee Health Plan


Were you charged extra for health insurance because you used tobacco, vapes, or nicotine? We are investigating the Verizon Welfare Benefit Plan for New York and New England Associates for potential unlawful tobacco surcharges. If you participated in the plan anytime since December 2019, you may have been overcharged. Sign up for a free legal consultation at no cost or obligation.

Were you a Verizon employee that was charged more for your health insurance because you smoke, vape, or use nicotine?

Smokers, vapers, and other nicotine users may have been unfairly penalized through increased premiums or wellness surcharges in the Verizon Welfare Benefit Plan for New York and New England Associates.

We are investigating the Plan for potentially unlawful nicotine-related surcharges, including higher paycheck deductions or wellness penalties, that may violate federal employee benefits law.

If you were enrolled in the Verizon Welfare Benefit Plan for New York and New England Associates at any point in the past six years and paid more because of tobacco, vape, or nicotine use, you may be entitled to recover those charges.

If you participated in the plan anytime since December 2019, we would like to speak with you about your experience. Please submit your information above if you are interested in discussing potential legal claims with our legal team.

There is no cost or obligation, and all submissions are confidential.